Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 Appointing Robert R. Livingston Minister to France

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GLC00639.17
GLC#
GLC00639.17-View header record
Type
Documents
Date
October 2, 1801
Author/Creator
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Title
Appointing Robert R. Livingston Minister to France
Pagination
1 vellum sheet Height: 30 cm, Width: 38 cm
Primary time period
The New Nation, 1783-1815
Sub-Era
The Age of Jefferson & Madison

Countersigned by Madison as Secretary of State. Livingston was appointed to gain secured access to New Orleans, by purchase if necessary. However, Livingston exceeded his instructions by buying the Louisiana Territory.

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