The American Commissioners to Sartine
AL (draft): Massachusetts Historical Society; two copies: National Archives
<[Passy, May 16, 1778:] Basmarein, Raimbaux & Cie. informs
us that it has applied to the government for a frigate to defend
its commerce and make reprisals for its losses; we request that
it may have one, and will give the ship a commission and a
letter of marque.>
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