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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Lawrence
A naval officer, born in Burlington, New Jersey, Oct. 1, 1781; died June 5, 1813. He became lieutenant in 1802, distinguished himself in the war with Tripoli, and in 1811 became captain of the Hornet.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Lawrence
(1781-1813) American naval officer who fought in the War of 1812, commanded the Peacock and the Chesapeake. "Don't give up the ship!"
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Lawrence
James Lawrence (October 1, 1781 - June 4, 1813) was an American naval officer. During the War of 1812, he commanded the USS Chesapeake.