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he is an American naval hero. He went to sea at age 12 and became a ship's master at age 21. He joined his brother in Virginia in 1775. When the American Revolution began, he joined the new Continental Navy under Esek Hopkins. In 1776 he sailed the Providence along the Atlantic coast, capturing eight British ships and sinking eight more. Appointed by Congress to the newly built Ranger, he made a spectacular cruise through St. George's Channel and the Irish Sea (1777 - 78), where he took a number of prizes. In 1779 he commanded the Bonhomme Richard and intercepted a merchant fleet. Though outgunned by an escort ship, the Serapis, he forced its surrender after a fierce battle, answering its challenge to surrender with "I have not yet begun to fight!" His ship sank soon after, and he sailed two British prizes to the Netherlands. In 1790 he retired, in ill health, to France.
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What is John Paul Jones full name?
It was John Paul, then he added Jones when he was older.
What was john paul Jones' character traits?
john paul jones belive that he was a superhero
When was John Paul Jones Memorial created?
John Paul Jones Memorial was created in 1912.
When was John Paul Jones - athlete - born?
John Paul Jones - athlete - was born in 1890.
How did John Paul Jones die?
John Paul Jones died of jaundice, nephritis, and pneumonia.
What is John Paul Jones full name?
It was John Paul, then he added Jones when he was older.
How tall was john paul Jones?
john paul Jones was qpproximetly 5'7"
What was john paul Jones' character traits?
john paul jones belive that he was a superhero
What is John Paul Jones's birthday?
John Paul Jones was born on January 3, 1946.
How tall is John Paul Jones II?
John Paul Jones II is 6' 4".
How did John Paul Jones die?
John Paul Jones died of jaundice, nephritis, and pneumonia.
When was John Paul Jones Memorial created?
John Paul Jones Memorial was created in 1912.
When was John Paul Jones - athlete - born?
John Paul Jones - athlete - was born in 1890.
What jobs do john paul Jones have?
The jobs John Paul Jones had were a Navy career and a sailor
When did John Paul Jones - athlete - die?
John Paul Jones - athlete - died in 1970.
When was John Paul Jones House created?
John Paul Jones House was created in 1758.
When was John Paul Jones Arena created?
John Paul Jones Arena was created in 2006.
