To Thomas Jefferson from Henry Dearborn, 24 October 1808
War Department
October 24. 1808
Sir,
I have the honor of proposing for your approbation George Washington of Virginia to be appointed a Second Lieutenant in the 5th: Regiment of Infantry in the service of the U.S.
Accept, Sir, &c.
DNA: RG 107--LSP--Letters Sent to the President.

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