Letter, Eliza Parke Custis Law to Henry Jackson, 1816

Containers:
Box 45, Folder 1816.11.20
Creator:
Law, Elizabeth Parke Custis, 1776-1831
Scope and content:

A.L.S. 3 pages. Philadelphia. To Henry Jackson, Charge des Affaires of the U.S. in Paris. Sending several packets for friends in France. Mentions her engagement to Col. de Greffe, from whom she has not heard since June 18. He has lost his rank and fortune abroad and she is anxiously hoping for his return. Letter will be delivered by M. de Chenney. Autograph letter signed, integral cover, wax seal. Name on original manuscript appears as "Eliza Parke Custis."

Access and use

Location of collection:
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
The George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
3600 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Reference services
Phone: (703) 780-3600
Parent restrictions:
This collection is open for research during scheduled appointments. Researchers must complete the Washington Library's Special Collections and Archives Registration Form before access is provided. The library reserves the right to restrict access to certain items for preservation purposes.