Letter, Richard Henry Lee to William Whipple 1783 July 27

Access and use

Location of collection:
Colonial Williamsburg
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Summary

Creator:
Lee, Richard Henry, 1732-1794
Abstract:
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Letter recommending Lee's son, Thomas, as merchant fluent in French; discusses the "triangular" trade between the United States, the West Indies, and Europe; and urging him to strengthen commercial ties between their two states.

Biographical / historical:

Richard Henry Lee was a staunch defender of colonial rights and was aligned with Patrick Henry as a strong opponent of the Stamp Act.

Acquisition information:
Purchase, 2004
Arrangement:

1 item.

Physical location:
On site.
Physical description:
1 item.