John G.A. Williamson letter, 1834 Jan. 9.

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John G.A. Williamson letter, 1834 Jan. 9.

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Letter from Williamson, serving as U.S. consul in Venezuela, to his wife in the United States. Writing from La Guayra, Venezuela, Williamson describes his acute loneliness and longing for the companionship of his wife, his mission in Venezuela, his frustration at his position's lack of power and influence, and his contempt for what he considers lax and immoral Sunday customs in La Guayra.

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Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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Williamson, John G. A. (John Gustavus Adolphus), 1793-1840

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John Gustavus Williamson, a native of Person County, North Carolina, was the first diplomatic representative of the United States to Venezuela, 1835-1840. From the description of John G.A. Williamson letter, 1834 Jan. 9. (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 157011354 John Gustavus Williamson of Person County, North Carolina, was the first diplomatic representative of the United States to Venezuela, 1835-1840. From the description of John Gustavus Ado...