John Smith (United States Navy officer)
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Captain John Smith, United States Navy | |
| Born | January 1, 1780 England |
| Died | August 6, 1815 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US |
| Place of burial | St. Peter's Church Yard in Philadelphia |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1799–1815 |
| Rank | Captain |
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Captain John Smith was a United States Navy officer who served in the First Barbary War and War of 1812. Over the course of his career, he commanded the warships USS Vixen, USS Syren, USS Wasp, USS Essex, USS Congress, and USS Franklin.