Request for letter of recommendation for service in Navy on a United States Frigate

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Camp South West Point Oct 27, 1797 Dear Sir, I have written by my Brother to the Secretary of War soliciting an appointment in my Profession to one of the United States Frigates. I am very anxious to be in the Navy. I have to request of you a recommendatory letter if you think I merit such a one to the Secretary of war. my Brother will with pleasure Take charge of it. By complying with this request you will confer an obligation which will be memorable. Accept Sir of my best wishes for your health & happiness Yr. Obt Servant Tho^s A Claiborne Colo David Worly Adj^t War^s [South West Point / 27^th October 1797. / Thomas A. Claiborn / Colo David Worly / Commanding [undecipherable] the Department — Knoxville / Thomas Claiborne Esq.]

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Autograph Letter

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Has written to Secretary of War soliciting appointment to one of the United States frigates. Is anxious to be in Navy; asks Henley for a letter of recommendation.