Letters to Thomas Jefferson [manuscript], 1798-1817.

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Letters to Thomas Jefferson [manuscript], 1798-1817.

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The letters concern power of attorney for Kościuszo, American victory in the War of 1812, personal finances in the United States, present state of Poland, Jefferson's reutation in Europe, management of his financial affairs in the U.S., Madison, and the need for a military college in the U.S. Also available on microfilm as Manuscript Division reels 120-122.

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University of Virginia. Library

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