Title
[Document, 1781 November 28]
Library Location
Name
Livingston, Robert R., 1746-1813 (Author)
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
November 28, 1781
Language
English
Physical Description
3 pages
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
Partially printed in Johnston II 453, Wharton V 153, except cipher portion. Cipher is that sent to John Jay by Charles Thomson. Cipher portion--Congress' pride is hurt at the attitude of the Spanish court which treats them as suppliants rather than as independent people. Congress, despite their affection for Spain, begin to talk of ceasing their applications. What are John Jay's sentiments about withdrawing to France if no treaty or loan are forthcoming? Clear message--Armies going into winter camp. Only lack of funds prevents the launching of a glorious winter campaign, for the enemy holds a few strongholds and those but tenuously.
Identifier
columbia.jay.05189