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Which Ambassador Foresaw the Failure of Bird, Savage & Bird?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • Rufus King was the U.S. ambassador to Britain in 1802.
  • He instructed Bird, Savage & Bird to make a routine payment.
  • They were reluctant, leading King to express concern about their affairs.
  • King's fears were realized when the firm failed in early 1803.

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