'I have not yet begun to fight!' (Revolutionary War hero John Paul Jones)(includes related information)
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Commodore John Paul Jones won respect for the American Navy by attacking British ships off their own coast during the Revolutionary War. In 1779 his 'Bonhomme Richard' defeated 'Serapis' in a decisive battle.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1995
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Connecticut's hero
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Israel Putnam served in the French and Indian war in 1754. He later became a Revolutionary War leader and was credited with proving that Americans could defeat British regulars at the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1992
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Nolichucky Jack, Tennessee hero
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The legendary John Sevier, nicknamed Nolichucky Jack, fought bravely in the Revolutionary War in Tennessee. The 1780 battle against British Major Patrick Ferguson is described.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1991
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