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to Thomas Pinckney

Encloses (not present) a bill of exchange and asks Pinckney, the American minister to London, to negotiate it and pay the proceeds to Lafayette or his wife for expenses incurred on behalf of the Society of the Cincinnati. Signed with initials.

GLC02437.08182

to Nathanael Greene

The Governor of North Carolina relays military intelligence and discusses military preparations. Mentions that Lord Cornwallis reached Halifax. Expresses his fear that the Marquis de Lafayette "is in some danger as the Enemy force when joined will...

GLC02450.14

to Henry Knox

Later copy of a letter from Washington to Knox, discussing a letter recently received from Knox "with great pleasure." Comments on Knox's home in Maine (Knox retired to his estate, Montpelier, in 1795, located near the St. George River in Thomaston...

GLC02437.09349

to Henry Knox

Enclosing a summary of documents recently sent to him by the Marquis de Lafayette. Also notes that a Congressman has assured him that the army is in fine shape. Letter written at "Head Quarters." Docketed in Knox's hand.

GLC02437.09383

to Richard Varick

Letter discusses several wartime matters: George Washington's desire for Varick to build an unspecified fortification, a lack of intelligence from Nathanael Greene and the Marquis de Lafayette, and reports of "a partial action between the Marquis and...

GLC00816

to John MacKay

Written to his friend "Jack," in a lighthearted and comfortable manner. Lee arrived in Fort Monroe as an engineer in 1831 to improve works and build Fort Calhoun. Many of Lee and MacKay's mutual friends were there and Lee updates MacKay on their...

GLC01070

Oration on the Life and Character of Gilbert Motier De Lafayette

Title page continues: "Delivered at the request of both Houses of the Congress of the United States, before them, in the House of Representatives at Washington, on the 31st December, 1834." Published by Gales and Seaton. Signed by Adams and inscribed...

GLC01238

to James McHenry

A long letter, in which Lafayette discusses revolutionary France, his personal affairs and associations, and the light his personal correspondence with George Washington will cast on the memoirs of General Washington being written by Bushrod...

GLC01562

to James Madison

The letter includes military and political content. The letter discusses the war in Virginia and the Carolinas, news of Washington coming south, and news of the Yorktown campaign. Also mentions: British fleet, York, VA, possibly Gloucester, VA, York...

GLC00099.074

to James Madison

The letter describes the situation at Yorktown, the arrival of the French fleet and troops, fleet actions, and the Virginia military. Also mentions Lord Cornwallis, Marquis de Lafayette, the war in Virginia. Edmund Pendleton discusses the anticipated...

GLC00099.076

to Walter Stewart

Writes to Colonel Stewart to ask how he is addressing a recent mutiny in the Continental Army, referred to as "the unhappy and disgraceful dispute." Also notes the expected arrival of General George Washington. On January 1, 1781, soldiers under...

GLC00139

to Henry Knox

Washington complains of applications, letters of compliment, and enquiries which occupy his time and deprive him of exercise. He plans to hire someone to deal with the drudgery of this troublesome correspondence. Assures Knox that his letters are...

GLC02437.09406

to Tobias Lear

Pintard asks Lear for permission to publish a sketch in "New York" magazine: "I mentioned to you when at the President's that I should take it as a particular favor if you would allow a sketch to be taken of the drawing of the Bastile & the key."...

GLC02794.011

to Dirck Romeyn

Varick says his he spent all of the previous night on "public letters" which now occupy all his time, and must be brief. He says Luzerne stopped with them on his way to meet Rochambeau, Ternay, and Lafayette. This would be the Frenchmen's first...

GLC03265

to Comte de Moustier [in French]

A rather formal letter of thanks which mentions Washington's hospitality at Mount Vernon towards the end. Signed in the text by Lafayette.

GLC03281.01

to Comte de Moustier [in French]

A rather formal letter mentioning the voyage. Letter also mentions the letter of introduction to Washington. No year, but inferred from content. Signed in the text by Lafayette.

GLC03281.02

to Alexander Hamilton

Lafayette states that he arrived last night and will set out for Philadelphia. He writes about his recommendation to General George Washington that Hamilton should be made Adjutant General. Explains the reasons he gave in support of his...

GLC03323

to James Duane

Hamilton, serving as General George Washington's aide, asks Duane, a member of the Continental Congress, to help expedite a congressional action supplying Washington's army in anticipation of the arrival of a French fleet in June, 1780. Indicates...

GLC03636

to Richard K. Meade

Lafayette discusses selection of an American envoy being sent to France. Congress had decided to send an envoy extraordinary to France to secure a loan and improve supply shipments. Lafayette tried to help Alexander Hamilton attain this post, but...

GLC03647

to George Mason Jr.

Discusses George Jr.'s brothers' roles in the war. Says the Americans under Nathaniel Greene are fighting bravely, but are overmatched by the British, who seem intent on taking Virginia. Cornwallis and his men have just arrived in Virginia to support...

GLC03256

to Comte de Moustier [in French]

Year inferred from similar letters. Letter discusses Lafayette's desire to visit America again. Lafayette writes that he is "impatient" to see again his American friends.

GLC03281.03

to Comte de Moustier

Lafayette writes that the Republican style is sometimes "un peu froide" and that the American exterior can be a little cold compared to that of France. He comments on the importance of a National Assembly. Also, mentions Moustier feeling slighted and...

GLC03281.04

to Comte de Moustier [in French]

Lafayette comments on the French whale oil industry, particularly the Company of Dunkirk ("dunkerque"). Letter mentions the importation of whale oil from the US to France.

GLC03281.05

to unknown [in French]

News from La Grange, from Fanny and Camilla Wright about Nashoba, sent to an unknown doctor. Year supplied by Robert Crout. Original owner claimed this letter mentioned the "slow freeing of the blacks."

GLC02874

[Notable men]

One engraving of a set of portraits of notable men dated circa 1800. This is a series of twenty portraits aon one page of notable men including; Alexander the Great, Hannibal, Caesar, Napoleon Bonaparte, Homer, William Shakespeare, Milton, Byron...

GLC08878.1875

Chateau de la Grange-Bleneau: The Home of Lafayette

One print of the Chateau de la Grange-Bleneau. The chateau was the home of Marquis de Lafayette. Reverse side contains a biography of the Marquis de Lafayette and his involvement during the American Revolution.

GLC08878.1689

Oration on the Life and Character of Gilbert Motier De Lafayete

JB00319

Engraving of Marquis de Lafayette

One undated engraving of Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette. Bust portrait of Lafayette.

GLC08878.0356

Engraving of Marquis de Lafayette

One undated engraving of Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette. Bust portrait of Lafayette based on original portrait by Ary Scheffer.

GLC08878.0357

Engraving of Marquis de Lafayette

One engraving of Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette dated 1863. Seated portrait of Lafayette based on original portrait by Alonzo Chappel.

GLC08878.0358

Engraving of Marquis de Lafayette

One undated engraving of Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette. Bust portrait of Lafayette based on original portrait by Ary Scheffer.

GLC08878.0359

Engraving of Marquis de Lafayette

One engraving of Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette dated 1874. Standing portrait of Lafayette based on original portrait by Alonzo Chappel.

GLC08878.0360

Engraving of Marquis de Lafayette

One engraving of Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de Lafayette dated 1863. Standing portrait of Lafayette based on original portrait by Alonzo Chappel.

GLC08878.0361

Washinton La-Fayette & Greene Sheltered in a Farm House

One engraving entitled Washington La-Fayette & Greene Sheltered in a Farm House dated 1857. Features an indoor scene with Washington sitting in a chair in front of a large fireplace. Behind him is a table with Lafayette and Green standing on the...

GLC08878.1308

The British surrendering their arms to Gen, Washington after their defeat at Yorktown Virginia October 1781

One engraving entitled The British surrendering their arms to Gen, Washington after their defeat at Yorktown Virginia October 1781 dated circa 1819. Features British officers on the right, with Cornwallis presenting his sword, and French and American...

GLC08878.1309

Independent chronicle and the universal advertiser. [Vol. 13, no. 903 (August 9, 1781)]

Signed by [William?] Dame. Discusses the war against Great Britain. Contains a report on the progress of the Continental Army near Williamsburg, Virginia written as a letter by the Marquis de Lafayette. Lafayette describes events of the Battle of...

GLC08823

to Gilbert M. de Lafayette re: transition in Louisiana Purchase territory

"I had rather have your single person there than an army of ten thousand men for the purpose of securing the tranquility & preservation of the country."

GLC07560.01

to Gilbert M. Lafayette re: Louisiana Purchase lands for Lafayette as a gift

Concerning Louisiana lands for Lafayette's sacrifices during Revolution: "There are adjacent to the town of N. Orleans on both sides of the Canal of Cavondelet a body of ungranted lands . . . considering the great value that this will very soon be...

GLC07173.01

to Gilbert M. Lafayette re: difficulties in selling land in New Orleans

"In this country and especially under existing circumstances,

GLC07173.03

to Gilbert M. Lafayette re: assessment of Lafayette's interests on Mississippi

and in New Orleans; relations between US and France

GLC07173.04

To: Jean B. Gouvion.

Lafayette informs Gouvion of "good news," Rodney has been defeated in two different engagements and six of his vessels have for some time been out of combat."

GLC07904

Invitation to unveilings of statue, Washington and Lafayette, by Ward, 1900; board.

GLC06343.228

to J.Q.A. Ward

Written on "Headquarters Army of the United States" stationary, lined. Re: the proposed location for the statue of Lafayette and the need to consider another site for the proposed statue.

GLC06343.248