Jefferson, Friend Of France 1793: The Career Of Edmond Charles Genet 1763-1834

Jefferson, Friend of France 1793: The Career of Edmond Charles Genet 1763-1834 is a historical book written by Meade Minnigerode. The book tells the story of Edmond Charles Genet, a French diplomat who was sent to the United States in 1793 during the French Revolution. Genet was tasked with persuading the American government to support France in their war against England. The book explores Genet's career and his relationship with Thomas Jefferson, who was serving as the Secretary of State at the time. Jefferson and Genet developed a close friendship, and Jefferson even helped Genet obtain American citizenship. However, Genet's actions in the United States caused controversy and strained relations between France and the United States.Minnigerode provides a detailed account of Genet's time in America and the impact he had on the country's foreign relations. The book also delves into the political climate of the time, including the tensions between the Federalists and the Republicans. Overall, Jefferson, Friend of France 1793: The Career of Edmond Charles Genet 1763-1834 is a fascinating historical account that sheds light on an often-overlooked period in American history. It provides insight into the complex relationships between America, France, and England during a tumultuous time in world history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.