Rash's Surname Index
Notes for Stephen CASSIN
CASSIN, Stephen, naval officer, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., Feb. 16, 1783; son of John Cassin. He was appointed a midshipman in the navy, Feb. 21, 1800, and was promoted lieutenant, Feb. 12, 1807. On Sept. 11, 1814, he was made master, and on March 3, 1825, captain. He received a gold medal for his gallant action at the battle of Lake Champlain. He was placed on the reserved list Sept. 13, 1855, and died in Georgetown, D. C., Aug. 29, 1857.
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