Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825, Vol. 1 (of 2) by Auguste Levasseur

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Author Levasseur, Auguste, 1795-1878
Translator Godman, John D. (John Davidson), 1794-1830
Title Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Or, Journal of a Voyage to the United States
Credits E-text prepared by Richard Tonsing, Brian Wilson, MFR, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project (https://books.google.com)
Summary "Lafayette in America in 1824 and 1825, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by Auguste Levasseur is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a journal chronicling the journey of General Lafayette through the United States during his celebrated visit, reflecting on the bonds between America and France and the legacy of the American Revolution. Levasseur, Lafayette's private secretary during this journey, aims to provide a detailed and personal perspective on the events surrounding Lafayette's reception in America. At the start of the narrative, Levasseur reveals the delay in publishing his journal, explaining that he sought to avoid any potential misrepresentation of Lafayette's actions and sentiments during their extensive travels across the U.S. The opening details Lafayette's invitation to visit, the preparations for his journey, and his departure from France to America aboard the Cadmus. As Lafayette arrives in America, he is met with overwhelming affection and admiration, signified by public festivities, salutes, and celebrations held in his honor. Levasseur captures these moments of grandeur and the emotional responses from American citizens, setting the stage for a series of encounters that highlight Lafayette's enduring legacy and the strong relationship between the two nations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783)
Subject United States -- Description and travel
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject United States -- Relations -- France
Subject France -- Relations -- United States
Subject Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 -- Travel -- United States
Subject Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 -- Friends and associates
Subject Levasseur, Auguste, 1795-1878 -- Diaries
Subject Levasseur, Auguste, 1795-1878 -- Travel -- United States
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Anniversaries, etc.
Category Text
EBook-No. 61518
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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