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  1. John Paul Jones (born John Paul; July 6, 1747 – July 18, 1792) was a Scottish American naval captain who was a naval commander in the American Revolutionary War.Often called the "Father of the American Navy", a title sometimes also credited to John Barry, John Adams, and sometimes Joshua Humphreys, Jones is highly regarded as one of the greatest naval commanders in the history of the United ...

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  2. Oct 29, 2009 · Learn about John Paul Jones, a Scottish-born sailor who fought for the American colonies in the Revolutionary War and became the father of the U.S. Navy. Discover his biography, his famous quote, his death and his legacy.

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  3. John Baldwin (born 3 January 1946), [1] better known by his stage name John Paul Jones, is an English musician, songwriter, and record producer who was the bassist and keyboardist for the rock band Led Zeppelin. Prior to forming the band with Jimmy Page in 1968, he was a session musician and arranger. After the death of drummer John Bonham in ...

  4. Mar 18, 2024 · John Paul Jones (born July 6, 1747, Kirkbean, Kirkcudbright, Scotland—died July 18, 1792, Paris, France) was an American naval hero in the American Revolution, renowned for his victory over British ships of war off the east coast of England (September 23, 1779).

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  5. Feb 13, 2020 · John Paul Jones is remembered as one of the greatest and bravest officers in the Continental Navy. He was born John Paul (he added Jones later) in Scotland in 1737 to farmer parents. He entered into an apprenticeship to a merchant ship captain at 13 years old. During his apprenticeship, he sailed to England, America, the West Indies, and Africa.

  6. Oct 28, 2020 · Learn about the life and achievements of John Paul Jones, the first naval hero of the United States. Find out how he fought against the British, captured a warship, and received the first foreign salute of the American flag.

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    Learn about John Paul Jones, a Scottish-born American naval officer who fought against the British in the American Revolution and the Russian navy in the Black Sea. Explore his biography, achievements, ships, medals, and legacy.

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