JOHN PAUL JONES TO ABRAHAM WHIPPLE.
Brest, August 18th, 1778.
Sir,
I request that you will summon a court martial for the trial of Lieutenant Thomas Simpson, with whose conduct I have been and am unsatisfied, and who is now under suspension for disobedience of my written orders.
I am, Sir, with due regard, your most humble servant,
JOHN PAUL JONES.