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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