Marquis de Lafayette, Gilbert du Motier, 1757-1834
Dates
- Existence: 1757 - 1834
French aristocrat and military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War, commanding American troops in several battles, including the Siege of Yorktown. After returning to France, he was a key figure in the French Revolution of 1789 and the July Revolution of 1830
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
John Glover letter
Mss 781623
Collection
Identifier: Mss 781623
Scope and Contents
Letter written by Gen. Glover in Peeks Kill to LaFayette introducing and recommending John Wheelock, who wishes an introduction to the French ambassador.
Marie Joseph Paul Rock Yves Gilbert de Motier, marguis de Lafayette letter
Mss 830118
Collection
Identifier: Mss 830118
Overview
In English.
Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette letters
Mss 819120.1
Collection
Identifier: Mss 819120.1
Overview
In English.