The Battle Of Flamborough Head, 1779
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The Battle Of Flamborough Head, 1779
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Photo Researchers
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The Battle of Flamborough Head, a naval battle between an American Continental Navy squadron led by American John Paul Jones and two British Royal Navy ships. Here the USS Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis battle it out. This event happened on 23 September 1779, in the North Sea, and ended with an underdog triumph for Jones. It became a celebrated victory in the American War of Independence.
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May 30th, 2013
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