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In Ausschnitten:
"My dear Sir
Altho you are not a member of government, your public situation and personal character entitle you to a certain share of influence upon government men. I therefore hope that this letter of introduction may bear service to Mr. Church, the parents of whom were my most intimate and devoted friends. [...]"
"Mein lieber Herr
Obwohl Sie kein Mitglied der Regierung sind, berechtigen Sie aufgrund Ihrer öffentlichen Stellung und Ihres persönlichen Charakters zu einem gewissen Einfluss auf Regierungsmitglieder. Ich hoffe daher, dass dieses Empfehlungsschreiben Herrn Church, dessen Eltern meine engsten und ergebensten Freunde waren, von Nutzen sein wird. [...]"
* Joseph Hume (1777-1855) war ein britischer Arzt und prominenter radikaler Politiker.
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Profession:
(1757 - 1834) Französischer Aristokrat und Militäroffizier, der im Amerikanischen Unabhängigkeitskrieg für die Vereinigten Staaten kämpfte
Year of Birth: 1757
Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, known as the Marquis de Lafayette, was born on September 6, 1757 in Chavaniac, France. He came from a noble family and was raised in the tradition of the French aristocracy.
At the young age of 19, Lafayette left France to join the American Revolution and fight alongside the colonists against British rule. He quickly became a trusted military leader and earned the admiration of General George Washington. Lafayette played a key role in several battles, including the crucial Battle of Yorktown which led to the surrender of the British army.
After the American Revolution, Lafayette returned to France and continued to be involved in politics and military affairs. He was instrumental in the early stages of the French Revolution and advocated for the rights of the common people.
Throughout his life, Lafayette remained committed to the ideals of liberty, equality, and democracy. He was a staunch supporter of constitutional government and worked to promote these principles both in France and around the world.
Lafayette's legacy as a revolutionary hero and champion of freedom lives on today. He is remembered as a symbol of bravery, selflessness, and dedication to the cause of freedom.
Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, the Marquis de Lafayette, passed away on May 20, 1834, but his impact on history and the fight for liberty can still be felt today.
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