A complete history of the Marquis de Lafayette, major-general in the American army in the war of the revolution. Embracing an account of his tour through the United States, to the time of his departure, September, 1825. By an officer in the late army.

80 HISTORY OF THE
To this communication, the Marquis de Lafayette made the
following reply:
Philadelphia, October 26, 1778.
SIR,
I have received your excellency's obliging letter, containing the several resolutions which Congress have done me the
honour to adopt, and the leave of absence which it has been
pleased to grant: nothing can afford me more happiness than
the belief that my services have obtained its approbation.
The glorious marks of confidence and satisfaction which I
have received, at different times, from the representatives of
America, although greater than my merits, cannot surpass the
feelings of gratitude which they have occasioned. I consider
the noble present which has been made to me in the name of
the United States, as a most flattering honour, and my most
ardent desire is speedily to employ that sword in their service,
against the common enemy of my country and of its faithful
and beloved allies.
May liberty, abundance, and concord, for ever reign in the
United States: this is the ardent wish of a heart overflowing
with unbounded zeal, love, and devotion, for this country, and
with the highest respect and most sincere affection for its representatives.
Be pleased, Sir, to present to them my thanks, and accept for yourself the assurance of my respectful attachment.
I have the honour to be,
With profound veneration, &c. &c.
LAFAYETTE.