Oliver Hazard Perry
American naval commander during War of 1812
Born
August 23rd, 1785
240 years ago
Died
August 23rd, 1819
206 years ago — 34 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Served as a naval commander in the United States Navy during the War of 1812. Achieved a significant victory at the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813, securing control of the lake and enabling American forces to reclaim the Northwest Territory from Britain. Contributed to naval warfare tactics and the development of naval infrastructure. Later played a role in the campaign against the British in the Mediterranean.
Victory at the Battle of Lake Erie
Contributions to naval tactics
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