This book is a collection of memoirs, correspondence, and manuscripts of General Lafayette, one of the most important figures in the American Revolution. It covers his experiences during the war, as well as his later career as a statesman. The book offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the early years of the United States, and is an essential read for anyone interested in this period of history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.