James Lawrence
James Lawrence was an American naval officer. During the War of 1812, he commanded USS Chesapeake in a single-ship action against HMS Shannon commanded by Philip Broke. He is probably best known today for his last words or "dying command" "Don't give up the ship!", which is still a popular naval battle cry, and which was invoked by Oliver Hazard Perry's personal battle flag, adopted to commemorate his dead friend.
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Male
Date of Birth
October 1st, 1781
Age
244
Birth Place
United States of America, New Jersey
Date of Death
June 4th, 1813
Died Aged
31
Star Sign
Libra
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