David Hawley
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For other people named David Hawley, see David Hawley (disambiguation).
David Hawley (1741–1807) was a captain in the Continental Navy and a privateer during the American Revolutionary War. He commanded Royal Savage in the 1776 Battle of Valcour Island, which is generally regarded as one of the first naval battles of the American Revolutionary War, and one of the first fought by the United States Navy.
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David Hawley | |
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Born | 1741 Stratford, Connecticut, British America |
Died | 1807 Stratfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | Continental Navy |
Years of service | 1776–1784 |
Rank | Captain |
Commands held | Oliver Cromwell USS Royal Savage USS Schuyler USS Guilford |
Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War |
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