Plumer, William, 1759-1850 to John Langdon re: Spain & Louisiana purchase, Jefferson's administration
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06543 Author/Creator: Plumer, William, 1759-1850 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1805/12/15 Pagination: 4 p. 24.7 x 19.4 cm Order a Copy
Jefferson administration's handling of commerce and maritime matters. Problems that have arisen with Spain over Louisiana purchase: "The Spanish nation is weak and feeble... much to fear from the potent arm of Bonaparte."
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