American Commissioners to Conrad Alexandre Gérard, March 4, 1778

Passi March 4th. 1778.

Sir,

Being desirous of a conference with you on a subject, that appears to us of importance; 3 we shall be glad to meet you here, or at Versailles, as soon as may be convenient to you. We have the honor to be, with the greatest respect, Sir, Your most Obedient and most Humble Servants

B Franklin Silas Deane Arthur Lee

Monsr Gerard Secretary to the Council of State.