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Tell me why John Barry a naval hero 1745 1803
John Barry an Irish born merchant sea captain who became a key figure in the American Revolution and early U.S. Navy is profiled. The article recounts his capture of the Edward, leadership of the Raleigh, battles with British ships, role in the last naval battle of the war, and later command of the United States in the undeclared war with France. It notes his influence on officers like Stephen Decatur and his title Father of the United States Navy.
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Medina County Gazette
Medina, O
John Barry
Continental Congress
Lexington
Edward
Philadelphia
Raleigh
Barry
United States
France
Stephen Decatur
United States Navy