The Papers of Benjamin Franklin v. 34; November 16, 1780 Through April 30, 1781 Benjamin Franklin, Barbara B. Oberg

Series:
Papers of Benjamin Franklin
Format:
Hardback
Publication date:
08 Jan 1999
ISBN:
9780300074130
Dimensions:
702 pages: 225 x 155mm
Illustrations:
illustrations

This volume spans the period from the late autumn of 1780 to the spring of 1781 and continues the documentation of Franklin's mission as minister plenipotentiary to France. During these months, Franklin averted a financial crisis by obtaining loans and grants from the French government.