Rash's Surname Index
Notes for John CASSIN
CASSIN, John, naval officer, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., in 1758, of Irish
parentage. He was appointed lieutenant in the U. S. navy, Nov. 13, 1799, was
promoted commander, April 2, 1806, and captain July 3, 1812. During the war of
1812-15 he was stationed on the Delaware river, and placed in command of the
forces which defended Philadelphia. He died in Charleston, S. C., March 24,1822.
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