Benjamin Franklin to Marie-Joseph-Paul-Yves-Roch-Gilbert du Motier, marquis de Lafayette, July 9, 1782

July 9, 1782.

Dear Sir, Passy,

Mr. Grenville has been with me in his return from Versailles. He tells me that Lord Rockingham being dead, Lord Shelburne is appointed first Lord of the Treasury; and that Mr. Fox has resigned; so that both the Secretaryships are vacant. 6 That his communication to M. de Vergennes, was only that no change was thereby made in the dispositions of that Court for peace, &c., and he expects another courier with fuller instructions in a few days. 7 As soon as I hear more I shall acquaint you with it. I am ever with great respect and affection, your most obedient humble servant,

B. Franklin.

Marquis de la Fayette.