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100 1 _aLafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de,
_d1757-1834
245 1 0 _aMemoirs, Correspondence and Manuscripts of General Lafayette
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-06-01
508 _aText file produced by Stan Goodman, Marvin A. Hodges and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger
520 _a"Memoirs, Correspondence and Manuscripts of General Lafayette" by Lafayette is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. This comprehensive collection offers insights into the life and experiences of General Marquis de Lafayette, highlighting his involvement in the American Revolution and his correspondence with prominent figures of the time, including George Washington. The content reveals Lafayette's dedication to the cause of liberty and the personal sacrifices he made in pursuit of that goal. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Lafayette's reflections on his journey to America and his commitment to the revolutionary cause. It introduces the reader to his youthful ambition and love for liberty, which were integral during his formative years in France. As he navigates the challenges of crossing the Atlantic and securing a place in the American army, the narrative unfolds various pivotal moments that detail his experiences and the reception he received from American leaders. Lafayette's viewpoint is filled with admiration for the American struggle and a strong desire to contribute to its success, firmly establishing his character and the motivations that drive him throughout his undertakings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrance -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8376
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