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Letters from Jan Ingenhousz

B. 1730 · D. 1799

Jan Ingenhousz was a Dutch-British physiologist, biologist and chemist.

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Jan Ingenhousz to Benjamin Franklin, June 23, 1783

From Jan Ingenhousz
To Benjamin Franklin
June 23, 1783

Jan Ingenhousz writes to Benjamin Franklin to introduce Mr. Donath, an agent traveling to American cities with various European goods, requesting Franklin's assistance. He mentions not yet receiving Franklin's original letter, a medal, or the Philadelphia Almanac, and describes the process of finishing a plaster cast of his profile. Ingenhousz also acknowledges Franklin's advice on statuary and shares progress on his book printing in Paris.

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Jan Ingenhousz to Benjamin Franklin, November 1, 1783

From Jan Ingenhousz
To Benjamin Franklin
November 1, 1783

Jan Ingenhousz writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1783 to express deep gratitude and admiration for Franklin's scientific achievements and moral character. He acknowledges Franklin's longstanding support and friendship in his own physical research and dedicates his work under Franklin's auspices as a public tribute. Ingenhousz emphasizes the shared esteem between himself, Franklin's compatriots, and the scientific community.

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Jan Ingenhousz to Benjamin Franklin, January 2, 1784

From Jan Ingenhousz
To Benjamin Franklin
January 2, 1784

Jan Ingenhousz writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1784 seeking detailed information on the construction and management of air balloons, referencing recent aerial navigation developments. He mentions plans to build a balloon in Vienna and sends a young natural philosopher to Paris to learn about ballooning firsthand. Ingenhousz requests Franklin's assistance in obtaining knowledge from key figures like Montgolfier and Pilatre de Rozier to support their project.

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Jan Ingenhousz to Benjamin Franklin, January 14, 1784

From Jan Ingenhousz
To Benjamin Franklin
January 14, 1784

Jan Ingenhousz writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1784 to introduce the Countess de Fries, whose family has shown him kindness. He explains that her husband, a wealthy and respected Swedish banker in Vienna, wishes to establish a connection with Franklin. Ingenhousz requests Franklin to extend his usual warm hospitality to the Countess during her travels.

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Jan Ingenhousz to Benjamin Franklin, February 10, 1784

From Jan Ingenhousz
To Benjamin Franklin
February 10, 1784

Jan Ingenhousz writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1784 to introduce Abbé Nekrep, a respected scholar visiting Paris, and to explain the abandonment of a balloon project due to lack of funding and anticipated difficulties. He requests Franklin to assist Nekrep and send any correspondence or materials through him. Ingenhousz also expresses concern for Franklin's health regarding a bladder stone.

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Jan Ingenhousz to Benjamin Franklin, January 14, 1785

From Jan Ingenhousz
To Benjamin Franklin
January 14, 1785

Jan Ingenhousz writes to Benjamin Franklin expressing concern that political duties continue to occupy Franklin, preventing him from pursuing scientific interests as he had hoped. Ingenhousz requests confirmation that letters sent to associates like Mr. Wharton have been received and forwarded, emphasizing his personal and scientific investment in these matters. He also expresses a strong desire to hear directly from Franklin about his health and well-being.

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