DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY -- NAVAL HISTORICAL CENTER
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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data
Photo #: NH 48740
Jacob Jones Medal
Engraving by Spencer, depicting both sides of the gold medal
awarded by the U.S. Congress to Captain Jacob Jones, USN, in
honor of his victory in the 18 October 1812 action between USS
Wasp and HMS Frolic.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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