1To George Washington from Philip Mazzei, 27 January 1779 (Washington Papers)
Although I had not in my power to pay you my respects, as often as I did wish, the notice you was pleased to take of me when I came into this Country will, I hope, apologize for the liberty I take of asking the honour of your commands for France & Italy, which I am certain to receive if lodged with the Governor or Mr Blair in Williamsburg. I am going to Europe with the most sanguine...