Document, 1779 April 17

Title
Document, 1779 April 17
Library Location
National Archives and Records Administration
Name
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Author)
Lincoln, Benjamin, 1733-1810 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
1779 April 17
Physical Description
1
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Has sent Lincoln's letter to Congress. The French in South Carolina have offered to fight for our independence and Congress has directed them to be commanded by Marquis of Britigny. Sends a copy of an act of Congress of April 14 restraining persons from going within the enemy's lines unless authorized in the manner provided for in the act.
Identifier
columbia.jay.01329