François Bordot to Benjamin Franklin, September 4, 1779

Rochelle, septr: 4. 1779.

Honorable Sir,

Yesterday evening the frigate Diligente, belonging to Count DEstaing’s fleet, arriv’d in St. Martins Roads, with Express Dispatches from that Admiral. The Captain, Mr. Duchilo, came a Shore at 6 o’clock, told the Governor and Commissary he brought material and welcome News, 4 Recommended to them an English Prisoner of great Distinction he had on board, and took Post immediately for Versailles. 5

I have the honor to be with all due Respect, Honorable Sir, Your most obedient and humble servt.

F Bordot