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Letters from Jean Baptiste Le Roy

Jean-Baptiste Le Roy was an 18th-century French physicist and one of the major contributors to the Encyclopédie by Diderot and d’Alembert for technology. The son of 18th-century Parisian clockmaker and watchmaker Julien Le Roy, he had three brothers: Pierre (1717-1785), a brilliant clock-maker in his own right, Julien-David (1724-1803), a neo-classical architect and archaeologist, and Charles a physician and Encyclopédiste.

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Jean Baptiste Le Roy to Benjamin Franklin, March 23, 1783

From Jean Baptiste Le Roy
To Benjamin Franklin
March 23, 1783

Jean Baptiste Le Roy requests Benjamin Franklin's support for a candidate seeking to become the American consul in Bayonne, emphasizing the recommendation from Count d’Ornano. He also mentions sending a memorandum on trade from the port of Sette, translated into English, and asks Franklin to forward a letter to America. Le Roy expresses regret for missing a planned meeting and affirms his lasting respect and attachment to Franklin.

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Jean Baptiste Le Roy to Benjamin Franklin, October 21, 1783

From Jean Baptiste Le Roy
To Benjamin Franklin
October 21, 1783

Jean Baptiste Le Roy writes to Benjamin Franklin expressing regret at missing him and inquiring whether Franklin still wishes to witness an experiment with the Montgolfier balloon privately. Le Roy requests confirmation of Franklin’s availability, suggesting a meeting the following day near Franklin’s planned dinner location. He also plans to visit Franklin that evening to make up for the lost time.

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Jean Baptiste Le Roy to Benjamin Franklin, April 19, 1784

From Jean Baptiste Le Roy
To Benjamin Franklin
April 19, 1784

Jean Baptiste Le Roy writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1784 apologizing for missing a visit due to fever and reminding him of a dinner the next day with the Commissioners at his home. He expresses hope that Franklin and his grandson will attend and assures Franklin of warm hospitality. Le Roy closes with affectionate regards and lifelong friendship.