Letter
Henry Laurens to Benjamin Franklin, February 27, 1784
No. 18. Fludyer Street Westminster 28th. [ i.e., 27] 2 February 1784. Dear Sir. Accept my grateful thanks for the Contents of two Letters which you have honored me with…
Author
Letters from Henry Laurens
B. 1724 · D. 1792
Henry Laurens was an American Founding Father, merchant, slave trader, and rice planter from South Carolina who became a political leader during the Revolutionary War. A delegate to the Second Continental Congress, Laurens succeeded John Hancock as its president. He was a signatory to the Articles of Confederation and, as president, presided over its passage.
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28 letters
Letter
Henry Laurens to Benjamin Franklin, April 7, 1784
Henry Laurens informs Benjamin Franklin that he has received Franklin's correspondence and will send an open letter to Charles Thompson by the next mail. Laurens mentions coordinating with Mr. Hartley regarding the ratification process and offers to assist with any necessary exchanges in America. Despite poor health, Laurens remains mentally sound and sends newspapers for Franklin's review of recent elections.
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Henry Laurens to Benjamin Franklin, April 18, 1784
Henry Laurens informs Benjamin Franklin about the King's order to send Mr. Hartley to Paris for exchanging ratifications related to American affairs and expresses skepticism about the British administration's willingness to enact favorable policies on American commerce. Laurens notes internal political resistance, particularly against Pitt, and believes that current difficulties will ultimately strengthen American resolve and prompt necessary actions. He also mentions his plans to leave London despite poor health.
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Henry Laurens to Benjamin Franklin, June 4, 1784
London 4th. June 1784. Dear Sir. Permit me to introduce at Passy, Mr. Parker 5 a young Gentleman of an exceeding good character Son of John Parker Esquire a respectable…