03207cam a22004093u 4500 61778 UtSlPG 20260610134426.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E201 Levasseur, Auguste, 1795-1878 Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825, Vol. 2 (of 2) : Or, Journal of a Voyage to the United States Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-04-08 Produced by Richard Tonsing, Brian Wilson, MFR, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) "Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825, Vol. 2 (of 2)" by Auguste Levasseur is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides a detailed journal of General Lafayette’s journey through the United States during a time when the nation was celebrating its independence and honoring its revolutionary heroes. The text captures Lafayette's experiences and interaction with various American communities, their enthusiasm for his visit, and their expressions of gratitude for his contributions to their freedom. The opening of the book sets the scene with Lafayette arriving in Washington, where he is honored at a Maryland Cattle Show and meets with various dignitaries, including Indian leaders and representatives from Congress. The narrative conveys the excitement surrounding his return, highlighting public celebrations and personal encounters that reflect the American people's respect and gratitude for Lafayette. As he travels towards Baltimore and beyond, the general interacts with local citizens, engages in discussions on agriculture, and reflects on the progress made since the Revolutionary War. The portrayal of Lafayette’s interactions with people of diverse backgrounds, from farmers to politicians, paints a rich picture of early 19th-century American society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Description and travel United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century United States -- Relations -- France France -- Relations -- United States Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 -- Travel -- United States Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 -- Friends and associates Levasseur, Auguste, 1795-1878 -- Diaries Levasseur, Auguste, 1795-1878 -- Travel -- United States United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Anniversaries, etc. Godman, John D. (John Davidson), 1794-1830 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61778 102602 102602