Chapter M: Gerard to Arthur Lee

Translation.

Versailles, April 1st, 1778.

Sir,

I called at your house, to have the honor of your commands to the country where you know I am sent. Not having the honor of finding you at home, and my time pressing me, allow me the honor of taking my leave by writing, and requesting the favor of your commissions for America. You will truly oblige me, Sir, if you will charge me with letters for some of your connexions or friends, especially those who are members of Congress.

My acknowledgments shall equal the considerations of regard with which I have the honor of being, &c.

GERARD.

TO M. GERARD.

April 1st, half past one o’clock, 1778.

Sir,

I had the honor of receiving your favor this moment, which is the first intimation I have received of what you mention. By six o’clock I will send you the letters you desire. I did intend to have spoken to you more upon what passed between the Spanish Ambassador and myself, which gave you uneasiness. But I must repeat, that I only related to him what I heard from Mr Deane, as coming from you, and what we in consequence of that information have written to Congress. Be so good as to accept of my best wishes for the happiness and success of your voyage.

I have the honor to be, &c.

ARTHUR LEE.