John Paul Jones

by Karen Price Hossell

Book Overview

John Paul Jones was an American naval officer in the Revolutionary War. He earned his place in history when, while in command of his ship the Bonhomme Richard, he captured the British warship Serapis in 1779. This book looks at the life and career of this famous man, including: Why did John Paul add "Jones" to his name? What was John Paul Jones's reputation in Great Britain? Though an American hero, where did Jones spend his last years?

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 140345079X
• ISBN13: 9781403450791
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.6" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6