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I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way.

John Paul Jones

A navy is essentially and necessarily aristocratic. True as may be the political principles for which we are now contending they can never be practically applied or even admitted on board ship, out of port, or off soundings. This may seem a hardship, but it is nevertheless the simplest of truths. Whilst the ships sent forth by the Congress may and must fight for the principles of human rights and republican freedom, the ships themselves must be ruled and commanded at sea under a system of absolute despotism.

John Paul Jones

Where men of fine feeling are concerned there is seldom misunderstanding.

John Paul Jones

I would lay down my life for America, but I cannot trifle with my honor.

John Paul Jones

John Paul Jones

John Paul Jones

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Born: July 6, 1747

Died: July 18, 1792 (aged 45)

Bio: John Paul Jones was a Scottish American sailor and the United States' first well-known naval fighter in the American Revolutionary War.

Known for:

Zooma
The Thunderthief
Led Zeppelin IV
Led Zeppelin
Scream for Help

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