From François Bordot
ALS: American Philosophical Society
Rochelle, february 27, 1779./.
honourable Sir,

The french frigate Courageuse is now off l’Isle-day, with an English Six and twenty gun Privateer, which she took few days ago about these Coasts. The fight is reported to have been desperate; but the particulars, and loss of People on each Side, are not yet known here.

I have the honour to be with great respect, honourable Sir, Your most obedient & most humble Servant,

F. Bordot.

Dr. franklin
Notation: Bordod. La Rochelle 27. fr. 1779.
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