1. IOR/L/L/2/154-161 Reference (shelfmark): IOR/L/L/2/154-161 Title: Scope & Content: African House (or Throckmorton House) in Leadenhall Street was purchased by the East India Company in 1749 from Colonel Philip Roberts for £3,000. The property was demolished soon after it was acquired by the Company. Collection Area: India Office Records and Private Papers Languages: English Date Range: 1675-1749 Extent: 8 files