Robert Morris to Benjamin Franklin, October 7, 1782

Marine Office 7th. October 1782.—

Sir

This Letter will be delivered to you by Joshua Barney Esqr. a Lieutenant in the Navy of the United States, and now commanding the Packet Ship Washington. 8 This young Gentleman is an Active, gallant Officer, who has already behaved very well on many Occasions, and I recommend him to your particular Notice and Attention from the Conviction that his Conduct will do Honor to those by whom he is patronized and introduced.

I am Sir Your most obedient & humble Servant

Robt Morris

His Excellency Benjamin Franklin Esqr.