John Paul Jones

Born

July 6, 1747

Died

July 18, 1792 (aged 45)

Known as

diplomat, naval officer, military officer, seafarer, captain

John Paul Jones was a British-American naval officer who served in the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War. Often referred to as the "Father of the American Navy", Jones is regarded by several commentators as one of the greatest naval commanders in the military history of the United States.

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