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Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Beaumarchais , Pierre Augutstin caron de , 1732 - (search)
Beaumarchais, Pierre Augutstin caron de, 1732-
Author; born in Paris, Jan. 24, 1732; the son of a watch-maker.
In 1761 he purchased a commission as secretary to the King, a sinecure which conferred noble rank on its possessor, and the name of Beaumarchais, which he had assumed, was legally confirmed.
Entering into mercantileBeaumarchais, which he had assumed, was legally confirmed.
Entering into mercantile speculations, he soon acquired a large fortune.
He was the author of the famous play, the Barber of Seville.
In September 1775, he submitted a memorial to the French monarch, in which he insisted upon the necessity of the French government's secretly aiding the English-American colonies; and as agent of his government he passed ins, he was compelled to leave the country, and his property was confiscated.
He was finally permitted to return to France, but could not recover his wealth.
Beaumarchais lived in comparative poverty until May 18, 1799, when he was found dead in his bed, having died of apoplexy.
A suit which he had commenced against the United
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Deane , Silas , 1737 -1789 (search)
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), France , early relations with. (search)