Jonathan Jr Williams to Benjamin Franklin, August 17, 1781

Nantes Augt. 17. 1781.

Dear & honoured Sir

I inclose you a Proposition which appears to me more advantageous than any thing that has yet been done in that Way. 2 If you choose to engage for the supply of Arms I trust you will give me the Order; if the Goverment is to supply us, as I am sure they cannot have a better Offer, I doubt not they will give me the Commission if you will give in the Proposition. I request you will favour me with an Answer & am most respectfully Your dutifull & affectionate Kinsman

Jona Williams J

Doctor Franklin