Monroe, James, 1758-1831 [Draft introductory letter to French government]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06326 Author/Creator: Monroe, James, 1758-1831 Place Written: Paris, France Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 1794 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 24.3 cm, Width: 19.1 cm Order a Copy
Written by Monroe as American Minister to France, shortly after his arrival in the republic in August 1794. He replaced Gouverneur Morris. A draft of his introductory letter presenting his credentials and affirming his "profound interest which the government and people of America take in the success and prosperity of the French Republic." Expresses extreme pleasure with his assignment and expects relations between the two nations to improve.
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