LS, 1805 July 5 : on board the U.S. Frigate Constitution, to James Madison.

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LS, 1805 July 5 : on board the U.S. Frigate Constitution, to James Madison.

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Written to Madison, who was Secretary of State, an explanation in minute detail the procedures he followed in negotiating the 1805 treaty with the Pasha of Tripoli, agreeing to pay ransom for the release of American prisoners.

11 p. ; 25.5 x 20 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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