Beaumez, M. de (Bon-Albert Briois), 1759-1809 to Henry Knox
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.07323 Author/Creator: Beaumez, M. de (Bon-Albert Briois), 1759-1809 Place Written: Calcutta, India Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 November 1799 Pagination: 6 p. ; 22.6 x 18.9 cm. Order a Copy
Beaumez relates his troubles for "being borne in France," as the government general in Calcutta wants him to return to America. Beaumez talks about the dangers he faces should he be captured by a French ship. He says that his reputation has allowed him to get an extension to stay for six months.
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