Philip Mazzei, originally Filippo Mazzei, and sometimes erroneously cited as Philip Mazzie, was an Italian physician, philosopher, diplomat, winemaker, merchant, and author. A neighbor of Thomas Jefferson, he was a supporter of the American Revolution and the American colonies' war for independence from Britain.
Benjamin Franklin informs Philip Mazzei that unexpected matters will prevent him from attending a meeting at Versailles on Tuesday. He also notes that the royal court is unlikely to be in session due to Mardi Gras celebrations.
Grosvenor Square Dec r. 15. 1785 Dear Sir In your favour of Oct r. 29, You inform me that The Marquis has observed in Germany, that the Lies which are…
London June 26. 1786 1 D r Sir The insinuation of the Abby Raynal, mentioned in your Letter of the 17 th. —that “the Savages were to be dispossessed of…