Document, 1824 November 10

Title
Document, 1824 November 10
Library Location
Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University
Name
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 (Author)
Jay, John, 1745-1829 (Addressee)
Format
correspondence
Digital Project
Papers of John Jay
Date
1824 November 10
Physical Description
1
Subjects
United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783; Jay, John, 1745-1829
Summary
One of his first inquiries on reaching America was to inquire after Jay and the means of greeting him. Regrets the distance and duties which required him to postpone a visit. Is going to Washington to be introduced to the members of the Houses and to thank them for their invitation to America. Wishes he could say when he will be able to visit Jay, but will know only after some time.
Identifier
columbia.jay.06746