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Benjamin Franklin to Charles Blagden, July 29, 1783
Passy, July 29. 1783— Dr Franklin presents his Compliments to Dr Blagden, requests his Care of the enclos’d, and wishes him a good Journey with a happy Sight of his…
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Letters about Science
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Isabella Strange to Benjamin Franklin, July 28, 1783
Isabella Strange writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1783 requesting assistance in delivering a letter to her friend Mr. Hunter, as she has no other means of communication with him. She mentions that her previous letters to Mr. Hunter have been strictly business-related. Isabella and Mr. Strange both send their respectful regards to Franklin.
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Giuseppe Doria Pamphili to Benjamin Franklin, July 28, 1783
Ce 28. Juillet 1783. M. Le Nonce Apostolique a l’honneur d’envoyer à Monsieur Franklin la note ci-jointe. Il le prie de vouloir bien la faire passer au Congrès des Etats…
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Gian Francesco Cigna to Benjamin Franklin, July 28, 1783
Gian Francesco Cigna writes to Benjamin Franklin in 1783 to inform him of his honorary appointment to the Academy of Sciences in Turin, granted by the sovereign as recognition of Franklin's contributions to politics and philosophy. Cigna expresses admiration for Franklin's achievements and conveys the Academy's esteem and gratitude for his impact on science and humanity.
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Benjamin Franklin to Charles Gravier, comte de Vergennes, July 28, 1783
Benjamin Franklin reports that Captain Landais unlawfully seized the American ship Alliance and obtained provisions without proper authorization, leading to a dispute over payment. A local agent, Puchelberg, retaliates by seizing U.S. property in France, causing diplomatic tension. Franklin warns that allowing private individuals to detain American assets could disrupt critical government operations and harm U.S. interests abroad.
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Friedrich Melchior, Baron von Grimm to Benjamin Franklin, July 25, 1783
Friedrich Melchior, Baron von Grimm, expresses gratitude to Benjamin Franklin for a generous gift received in 1783. He conveys his respectful regards and appreciation in a formal tone. The letter reflects the courteous exchange between two prominent Enlightenment figures.
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Mattheus Lestevenon van Berkenrode to Benjamin Franklin, July 25, 1783
Mattheus Lestevenon van Berkenrode, Dutch ambassador in Paris, expresses gratitude to Benjamin Franklin for sending him the Constitutions of the thirteen United States of America. He conveys his humble respects and appreciation for Franklin’s gift. The letter reflects diplomatic courtesy and interest in the new American political framework in 1783.
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Jean Le Rond d’ Alembert to Benjamin Franklin, July 25, 1783
Jean Le Rond d’Alembert expresses gratitude to Benjamin Franklin for a generous gift he received. He conveys respectful attachment and admiration toward Franklin, acknowledging their shared intellectual connection. The letter reflects the esteem between two prominent Enlightenment figures in 1783.
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Luigi Pio to Benjamin Franklin, July 24, 1783
Luigi Pio informs Benjamin Franklin that he has received three copies of the United States Constitution, intended for the King of Sicily, Mr. Filangieri, and himself. He expresses gratitude for Franklin's personal gesture and promises to deliver the Constitution to the Sicilian monarch, assuring Franklin that he will share any official response from the Sicilian court and from Mr. Filangieri in due course.
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Marie-Charlotte-Hippolyte de Campet de Saujon, comtesse de Boufflers to Benjamin Franklin, July 24, 1783
Marie-Charlotte-Hippolyte de Campet de Saujon, comtesse de Boufflers, expresses deep gratitude to Benjamin Franklin for a valuable gift he sent. She acknowledges Franklin's esteemed reputation and admits that, despite initial restraint, she now fully embraces the widespread admiration he has inspired. The letter conveys her sincere respect and admiration for Franklin's achievements.