Charles-Henri, Comte d'Estaing papers, 1778.

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Charles-Henri, Comte d'Estaing papers, 1778.

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The Comte d'Estaing Papers contain five items which refer to d'Estaing's service in aiding the Americans against the British in 1778. Included are two letters from the Comte to General George Washington updating Washington on naval activity in Long Island sound off the coast of Connecticut, August and September 1778. D'Estaing's mission is outlined in these letters, to clear the sound of all English vessels and attack Newport, Virginia. He informs Washington on the status of his men, the destruction of English vessels, and the delays of the attack. A copy (written in French) of extracts from the Minutes of Congress, October 17, 1778, commends d'Estaing's service. An engraved portrait of Comte d'Estaing, undated, and a presentation plate with the inscription "Offert A la Ville de Savannah, Par Rene Giscard d'Estaing" are in the collection.

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Estaing, Charles Henri, comte d', 1729-1794

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