Jean Baptiste Charles Henri Hector Letters written to George Washington

At Sea - 8 July 1778

I have the honor of imparting to your Excellency the arrival of the King's fleet, charged by his Majesty with the glorious task of giving his allies, the United States of America, the most striking proofs of his affection.

Sandy Hook, NJ - 13 July 1778

The desire of communicating speedily with your Excellency determines me to make a debarkation on the coast of Jersey, in a village which, according to the map, is to the northward of the river Shrewsbury.

Sandy Hook, NJ - 17 July 1778

The bar of the River Shrewsbury, the officer, sailors, and boats that I have lost in the waves, have not hindered Colonel Laurens from braving them twice, to come and deliver me himself the letter that you did me the honor to write

At Sea - 3 August 1778

General Sullivan has done me the honor to come and see me, and to communicate his views. I will second them with all my power. He is full of that spirit of activity and combination, with which you inspire

Boston, MA - 0 October 1778

Those who have the happiness to be under your Excellency's orders, find in you a father. The Marquis de la Fayette has a superior title to your Excellency's affection ; he respects, admires, and loves you.