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Benjamin Franklin in Paris a modern ambassador of liberty
The article portrays Benjamin Franklin as a pivotal and popular American envoy in Paris during the 1770s, detailing his ovation upon arrival, the national enthusiasm, and his pivotal role in securing Franco-American alliance and loans. It highlights Franklin’s wit, intellect, and humane appeal, plus the complex rivalries with Deane, Adams, and Lee while praising his enduring friendship with French leaders and Madame du Deffand, Madame du Barry, and others.
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R ‘Elmo
Scott Watson
Ema Franklin Sverd
Thia
Benin
Franklin
Golye
Hho
France
Alberty
Bonie
Benjamin Rankiin
al Owers de France
Economista
Quednay
Lan’ i
Madame’ de Pomhat
Massachusetts
Tau
Dupont Peene i
Thamselven
Dranco
Parmel
Wranklin
Parin
Onamias
Strenale
Vrantlin
Paris
Parla
Ylkenegaho
Mia
Elharon
Syileh
Elogenre
Ray de Chowmont
Hotel de Valeano Possy
Vilage
Autekirte
Valentinola
Comte
Ido Vergennes
Boyer de Donithssloners
Hhemey
Royal
Deane
Hancat
Lee
Jentone
John Adama
Denne
Coliber
Adams
Amer- Inn
Frankin
Aly
Congress
Joana
Benjamin Janidin
Benjamin Trentiin
USA
Steeurear
Steel
Rankhin
Indies
Benjamin Frontlin
Bilad
Madame du Dettond
Horace Walpole
Hier Frlandaliin
Voltaire
Mme. Belvettus
Mme. d'Houdetot
Human Sociery
Pravkin
Batley Syrevis
Nevar
Nother
Nao Mane
Oundal Vanay