Historical Events tagged with "hms peacock"
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Military & Warfare
USS Hornet Sinks HMS Peacock in Demerara
February 24th, 1813 212 years ago
The USS Hornet engaged and sank the British warship HMS Peacock on the Demerara River in Guyana. This encounter highlighted the growing naval conflict between the United States and Great Britain during the War of 1812. The engagement showcased the tactical prowess of Captain James Lawrence aboard the Hornet, who led his crew to a swift victory over the Peacock, severely damaging the British vessel and leading to its sinking.
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