I have received, Sir, your letter dated 9 August in which you announce your arrival at Fort Royal, Martinique, and your departure from this port in order to establish your cruise to windward of the Island. I am convinced that you will fulfill this mission with all the care of which you are capable. The corvette La Favorite, commanded by Lieutenant de Kersen, which is taking my packets to Martinique, will cruise to leeward of this Island.