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John Paul Jones: Captain of the High Seas

Biography

Run Time: 60 mins

Air Date: Thu, 5 Sept 1996

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Season 5 - Episode 20

John Paul Jones: Captain of the High Seas

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The exploits of the Continental Navy's greatest captain, John Paul Jones (1747-92), are recalled. The Scot's boast, “I have not yet begun to fight!” became an inspiration to future generations of American sailors. Included: involvement in the American Revolution; the famous 1779 battle between Jones' Bonhomme Richard and HMS Serapis.

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