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Richard Smith to John Rodgers, August 25, 1802. John Rodgers papers.

 

Navy Dept
25 Aug. 1802

 

Sir:

 

You will immediately repair to Washington and take the command of the John Adams.

 

With much respect

I have the honor to be,
Sir, yr ob Servt.

 

Rd. Smith