To Thomas Jefferson from Henry Dearborn, 10 October 1808
War Department October 10th. 1808.
Sir,
I have the honor of proposing—for your approbation Wade Hampton to be appointed Colonel of the Regiment of Light Dragoons in the service of the U.S.
Accept, Sir &c.
DNA: RG 107--LSP--Letters Sent to the President.

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