Marquis de Lafayette, Gilbert du Motier, 1757-1834
Dates
- Existence: 1757 - 1834
Biography
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 7 Collections and/or Records:
Edmond Charles Genet letter
In English.
James Madison letters
In English.
John Glover letter
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 Ives Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette letter
In English.
Marie Joseph Paul Roche Ives Gilbert de Motier, Marquis de Lafayette letter
In English.
Marie Joseph Paul Rock Yves Gilbert de Motier, marguis de Lafayette letter
In English.
Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette letters
Letters from Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette in Paris, France to George Ticknor in Paris and Boston. Sends letters, news of family and friends, letters of introduction for Ticknor, Narvaci, Frederic Faeger, Henry Ternaux, Duc de Montebello and Charles Nagy. Includes signed note to Mazzai as well as letter from Madame de Lafayett to Franklin (1778) and letter from Lafayette to Franklin.