Ralph Izard to the American Commissioners
ALS: American Philosophical Society; copies: National Archives, South
Carolina Historical Society; two transcripts: National Archives
<Paris, August 25, 1778: I lately received a letter from Florence
recommending we attempt to involve the French court as security
in any attempt to procure a loan in Genoa. Should I
apply to the count de Vergennes on the subject or do you
believe the application should first be made by you?
Captain Woodford who intends to command a vessel from
Leghorn fears meeting cruisers from the coast of Africa. By
Article 8 of the Treaty of Commerce the King of France engages
to use his good offices with the Barbary States to protect
our inhabitants, ships and effects from such attacks. Please
inform me whether the French court has taken any steps in
the matter.>
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