Memoirs of the Generals, Commodores and other Commanders, who distinguished themselves in the American army and navy during the wars of the Revolution and 1812, and who were presented with medals by Congress for their gallant services

by Thomas Wyatt

His dying words were,

“DON’T GIVE UP THE SHIP.”

Description of the gold medal presented by Congress to the nearest male relative of Captain James Lawrence.

Occasion.—Capture of the British sloop-of-war Peacock.

Device.—Bust of Captain Lawrence.

Legend.—Jac. Lawrence. Dolce et decorum est pro patria mori.

Reverse.—A vessel in the act of sinking, mizzen-mast shot away; a boat rowing towards her from the American ship.

Legend.—Mansuetud. Maj. quam Victoria.

Exergue.—Inter Hornet nav. Ameri. et Peacock nav. Ang. die 24th February, 1813.

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