Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 to Count De Grouchy
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03584 Author/Creator: Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826 Place Written: Monticello, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 November 1817 Pagination: 1 p. : address : free frank Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Hopes that Grouchy's son has recovered from his illness. Indicates that he would like to meet Grouchy in person and would be honored if he came for a visit to Monticello. Gives directions, "the route thro' the counties next below the Blue ridge, to wit by the Court houses of Prince William, Fauquier, Culpeper & Orange, would present you what I think the finest part of our country . . ." Also describes a route by Fredericksburg.
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