The shipyard was located along the East River between 4th and 5th Street.

[1] It was founded by partners Stephen Smith (1794–1875) and John Dimon (1795–1879).

"[2] John W. Griffiths was a famed naval architect who designed revolutionary, fast clipper ships for Smith & Dimon.

[3] The shipyard became famous for its work in the 1840s under the name Smith & Dimon.

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