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What did John Paul Jones love or care for in the American Revolution?

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  • by Joe Kieser on February 1st, 2010

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    John Paul Jones was a well-known member of the Navy during the American Revolutionary War against the United Kingdom. He was known as the "Father of the American Navy." During the war, he loved and cared for the Navy. Jones was born in Scotland in 1747 and died in Paris in 1792 at the age of 45.

    History

    Jones arrived in Virginia to settle the affairs of his brother, who had died. He volunteered for the Continental Navy and was given the rank of first lieutenant on the U.S.S. Alfred. As commander of the Alfred, Jones captured British merchants. Later, assigned to the U.S.S. Ranger, Jones orchestrated the capture of the Drake, the first victory over a British warship.

    Service on Two Continents

    Ultimately Jones achieved the rank of captain in the United States Navy. After his employment with the United States Navy, Jones was given the rank of rear admiral in the Imperial Russian Navy, where he served on the Vladimir.

    End of Life

    Jones retired from all naval duties in 1790, when he began to live in Paris. He received a minor United States political appointment in 1792 shortly before his death of a brain tumor.

    Memorial

    Jones' remains are located in a funeral receptacle at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. There is also a John Paul Jones memorial in Washington, D.C.

    Fun Fact

    During an engagement with a British ship during the war, Jones was credited with the famous quote, "I have not yet begun to fight."

    Source:

    American Revolution Home Page

    John Paul Jones Museum

    USNA Traditions

    More Information:

    Report of John Paul Jones

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