To [the Duc de la Rochefoucauld]
Reprinted from Henry Adams, The Life of Albert Gallatin (Philadelphia, 1879), p. 24.
Passy, May 24, 1780.
Dear Sir,

I enclose the letter you desired for the two young gentlemen of Geneva. But their friends would do well to prevent the voyage.

With sincere and great esteem, I am, dear sir, you most obedient and most humble servant,

B. Franklin.

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