11 September 1779
Adams, John (1735-1826)
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Elbridge Gerry re: efforts to persuade French to send reinforcements
Talks about his efforts to persuade France to reinforce D'Estaing's fleet, his discussions with Genet, his relations with Lee and Franklin, and describing Lafayette's arrival in Paris to plead America's cause.
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