Desires that a body of land forces may accompany the Count de Grasse's squadron.
Report of a Conference with the French Minister. In Congress, June 18th, 1781,
Communications of the Minister relative to losses of French subjects in America.—Proceedings of the armed neutrality.—Violation of its principles by American privateers.—Mr Cumberland's negotiations in Spain.—Supplies.—Mediation of the Imperial powers.—Situation of affairs in Europe obliges France to maintain a considerable force.—State of affairs in Holland.—Amount of the pecuniary aid granted by France.
To the President of Congress. Philadelphia, July 1st, 1781,
Leaves M. de Marbois Chargé d'Affaires during his visit to the American army.
M. de Marbois to the President of Congress. Philadelphia, July 9th, 1781,
The French naval commander desires permission to recruit his forces by the impressment of French seamen.
M. de Marbois to the Secretary of Congress. Philadelphia, July 11th, 1781,
On the appointment of Mr McKean to the Presidency.