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The Battle of Flamborough Head, at which John Paul Jones' ship Bonhomme Richard defeated the British 44-gun escort HMS Serapis, took place on September 23, 1779.
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When and Where did the battle of the Bonhomme Richard vs Serapis take place?
The Battle of Flamborough Head, at which John Paul Jones, commanding the Bonhomme Richard successfully captured the British sloop-of-war Serapis, saw approximately 287 casualties, based on estimates and reports from the time. The Americans and French lost approximately 170 casualties; the British over 117. Remember that sailors could take days or weeks to slowly die from injuries/infections received from wounds in battle.
What did john paul Jones most famous battle have to do with the british?
John Paul Jones was the captain of the American ship Bonhomme Richard and commodore of a supporting flotilla that fought the British ship HMS Serapis off the coast of England during the American Revolutionary War when it became engaged with the HMS Serapis in an attempt to take the convoy the Serapis was protecting. Though HMS Serapis was taken, the convoy escaped. The battle is well known for the premature demand to surrender issued by the British captain to which Jones issued the response, "I have not yet begun to fight."
What is the Bonhomme Richard?
A US Naval assault carrier home based out of San Diego, CA
Was the serapis boat the colonist or the British?
The Serapis was a british war ship that was eventually captured by John Paul Jones and his army of rebels
Who won the major revolutionary war battle fought at sea?
HMS Serapis vs American Colonial Navy's Bonn Homme Richard, Captained by John Paul Jones ("I have not yet begun to fight!").
When and Where did the battle of the Bonhomme Richard vs Serapis take place?
The Battle of Flamborough Head, at which John Paul Jones, commanding the Bonhomme Richard successfully captured the British sloop-of-war Serapis, saw approximately 287 casualties, based on estimates and reports from the time. The Americans and French lost approximately 170 casualties; the British over 117. Remember that sailors could take days or weeks to slowly die from injuries/infections received from wounds in battle.
Who won the battle of bohommehichard?
On September 23, 1779 one of the fiercest battles of the Revolutionary War took place off the coast of Flamborough Head, England between Bonhomme Richard and H.M.S. Serapis. Bonhomme Richard was captained by John Paul Jones who is often considered the father of the United States Navy. The battle between the two ships took place at point-blank range and lasted almost three and a half hours. John Paul Jones emerged from the battle victorious and captured Serapis as his prize. Thirty-six hours after taking command of Serapis, John Paul Jones watched his beloved Bonhomme Richard sink into the North Sea. It was during this battle that John Paul Jones' legendary words, "I have not yet begun to fight!" were recorded in American history.
What did john paul Jones most famous battle have to do with the british?
John Paul Jones was the captain of the American ship Bonhomme Richard and commodore of a supporting flotilla that fought the British ship HMS Serapis off the coast of England during the American Revolutionary War when it became engaged with the HMS Serapis in an attempt to take the convoy the Serapis was protecting. Though HMS Serapis was taken, the convoy escaped. The battle is well known for the premature demand to surrender issued by the British captain to which Jones issued the response, "I have not yet begun to fight."
What is the Bonhomme Richard?
A US Naval assault carrier home based out of San Diego, CA
Which commander won the battle of bonhomme Richard serapis?
The captain of the Bonhomme Richard (John Paul Jones) won the battle at great costs. John Paul Jones lost half his men in this vicious battle between Great Britain (who was fighting with a ship called the Serapis) against "America." John Paul Jones and his crew had been under heavy fire for the first hour. The captian of the british ship asked if John would surrender but then he said "I haven't begun to fight." The next two hours were brutal. Finally John jumped on deck of the Serapia and claimed the ship. Only but 36 hours later he watched the Bonhomme Richard sink. okay... so who won british or Americans?
What response did commander john paul Jones give to the British captain of the Serapis when asked whether he wished to surrender during a long fierce battle at sea?
"the fight has just Begin!" John Paul Jones. Also that he didn't start to fight or the war has not begun
Who was born on Scotland naval hero of the patriots?
John Paul Jones, a Scottish-born naval hero, is often credited as a key figure in the American Revolutionary War. Jones is known for his successful naval campaigns against British forces, particularly his famous victory aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard against HMS Serapis in 1779.
How is the quote you have not yet begun to fight connected to the Revolutionary War?
In 1779, while in command of the American vessel "Bon Homme Richard", Captain John Paul Jones engaged the British frigate HMS Serapis in the "Battle of Flamborough Head". While maneuvering to grapple the Serapis and board her, the British captain taunted Jones "Will you yield?", the Bon Homme Richard having been severely damaged. Jones replied "I have not yet BEGUN to fight!" After a prolonged battle, the Americans prevailed and the captain of the Serapis surrendered. The American crew was forced to abandon the sinking Bon Homme Richard, and sailed the Serapis to (neutral) Holland for repairs.
Was the serapis boat the colonist or the British?
The Serapis was a british war ship that was eventually captured by John Paul Jones and his army of rebels
What was the name of the naval commander who said while fighting aboard his ship bonhomme Richard you have not yet begun to fight during the American revolutionary war?
John Paul Jones
What position was John Paul Jones during the revolutionary war?
John paul Jones was on the Bonhomme Richard when he came upon a British ship called the Serapis. The two ships began to fight.Even though he was outnumbered he would not give up. When the British asked if he was going to surrender he said "I have not yet begun to fight!" He ended up winnign but shortly after the battle both ships sank. Luckily, John Paul Jones mades it home
Who won the major revolutionary war battle fought at sea?
HMS Serapis vs American Colonial Navy's Bonn Homme Richard, Captained by John Paul Jones ("I have not yet begun to fight!").
