Benjamin Franklin to Philippe-Henri, marquis de Ségur, December 8, 1781

Passy, Dec. 8. 1781

Sir,

The Chevalier Du Buysson, who has served with Distinction in the American War, & whose Conduct has been much approv’d by Congress, has requested me to present the enclos’d Memorial to your Excellency. If his Request is not irregular, and what he desires inconvenient, I hope it may be favourably considered. 7 With great Respect, I am, Sir, Your Excellency’s

Mons. le Marquis de Segur