Letter
Charles-François-Hyacinthe Esmangart to Benjamin Franklin, November 6, 1783
Charles-François-Hyacinthe Esmangart informs Benjamin Franklin about John Hammon, an Irish-born sailor detained near Caen without papers and suspected of dubious claims regarding his capture and exchange during the recent war. Esmangart describes Hammon as well-behaved and wishes to help him return to the United States, requesting Franklin's assistance in securing passage and a passport for Hammon.