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TARBELL, Joseph, naval officer, born about 1780; died in Norfolk, Virginia, 24 November, 1815. He entered the navy as a midshipman, 5 December, 1798, was promoted to lieutenant, 25 August, 1800, and served in Preble's squadron during the Tripolitan war. He was in-eluded in the vote of thanks to Preble and his officers by act of congress, 3 March, 1805, was promoted to master-commandant, 25 April, 1808, and commanded the frigate "John Adams" in 1811-'14. He was commissioned a captain, 24 July, 1813, and rendered good service in the defence of Craney island and James river in June, ]813, capturing three barges and forty prisoners when the British were repelled in this attack. He was then stationed at Norfolk, Virginia, where he died.
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