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The officers of the squadron were, during the period of the visit, most usefully and diligently- 

 employed in making hydrographic surveys, and the results are all embodied in the charts which 

 form part of the records of the expedition. Boat exercise in the harbor formed also part of the 



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occupation of the several crews ; while the marines were on shore, drilling under the charge of their 

 officers. These things indicated that the Commodore was determined to have every department 

 in the highest state of discipline, that he might be prepared for any event. 



On Saturday, the 4th of June, the party that had heen sent to explore the interior of the 

 island returned in safety, and the result of their labors will be found in the following chapter. 



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