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Monroe, James, 1758-1831 to Robert R. Livingston re: letter of introduction, Livingston's appointment

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02495 Author/Creator: Monroe, James, 1758-1831 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1801/06/12 Pagination: 1 p. : address Height: 23 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy

Expressing satisfaction in Livingston's appointment as Minister to France. With clipping adhered to document. Docketed on address leaf.

Monroe, James, 1758-1831
Livingston, Robert R., 1746-1813

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