Key, Francis Scott, 1779-1843 to John H. B. Latrobe
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07100 Author/Creator: Key, Francis Scott, 1779-1843 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 April 1828 Pagination: 4 p. 25.2 x 20.4 cm + 1 engraving ; b&w ; 17.5 x 12.8 cm Order a Copy
Concerning an American Colonization Society legal settlement arising from the transportation of cargo and colonists. Francis Scott Key, a lawyer and member of the society, brainstorms ideas for diminishing their liability. Latrobe was also a lawyer. 1 black and white bust engraving of Key included. Written in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
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