M. le Veillard has just brought me, Monsieur, the letter that he received from you on March 6; and I passed it along to my mother, who is in the country. We were happy to see that you are enjoying the pleasures of living with a family, and in a country which you love, both of which feel how precious you are to them. The details you give of the present situation in America are very satisfying, and all friends of mankind should learn with joy that the Americans, after having given to the world an example of a revolution never seen before in history, will be able to enjoy the liberty that they obtained without falling into anarchy or the despotism which the lack of good laws almost necessarily brings. Please count us among those who take pleasure in this news, and especially among those who are filled with friendship and respect for you. I am leaving for the country, which forces me to cut short this conversation which I would willingly start up again another time. Farewell, my dear and illustrious colleague, live well for the good of your country, family, friends, and for all mankind, which has already put your name at the top of the list of its benefactors