William H. Seward to William L. Dayton, September 17, 1864

Mr. Seward to Mr. Dayton

Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your despatch of the 19th of August, No. 521, together with a copy of a correspondence which has been held between M. Drouyn de l’Huys and yourself, Commodore Craven intervening, in regard to a neglect of national courtesies of that officer during a recent visit to Cherbourg.

I approve entirely of your communications to M. Drouyn de l’Huys, and also of Commander Craven’s apology, which being manifestly frank and loyal, I trust has removed the sense of injury which M. Drouyn de l’Huys justly expressed.

I am, sir, your obedient servant,