THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
END OF THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR
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An American Naval Captain who captured the Serapis
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A British Naval captain who lost the Serapis
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A British Naval Captain who captured the Bonhamme Richard
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An American Naval Captain who lost a major battle
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Detailed explanation-1: -John Paul Jones, original name John Paul, (born July 6, 1747, Kirkbean, Kirkcudbright, Scotland-died July 18, 1792, Paris, France), American naval hero in the American Revolution, renowned for his victory over British ships of war off the east coast of England (September 23, 1779).
Detailed explanation-2: -John Paul Jones was a Scottish sailor and the first well-known leader in the first Continental Navy. Known for his saying, “I haven’t yet begun to fight” and won the battle. As the author of “Common Sense” that inspired the Patriots and common citizens that were undecided in 1776 to declare independence from Britain.
Detailed explanation-3: -At the outbreak of the American Revolution in 1775, Jones went to Philadelphia and entered the Continental Navy. He was commissioned a lieutenant on the first American flagship, Alfred. Jones was quickly promoted to captain in 1776, and was given command of the sloop Providence.
Detailed explanation-4: -While the attacks were not militarily significant, they electrified the American people. The attacks also encouraged increased French support, while at the same time making Paul a feared household name throughout England. In 1779, The French were planning a potential invasion of England.