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We have met the enemy and they are ours.

Oliver Hazard Perry / Military Commander
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We have met the enemy and they are ours.

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We have met the enemy and have asked them over later for drinks and dancing.

Oliver Hazard Perry Military Commander

Those officers and men who were immediately under my observation, evinced the greatest gallantry, and I have no doubt that all others conducted themselves as became American officers and seamen.

Oliver Hazard Perry Military Commander

Of Captain Elliot, already so well known to the government, it would be almost superfluous to speak; in this action, he evinced his characteristic bravery and judgment; and, since the close of the action, has given me the most able and essential assistance.

Oliver Hazard Perry Military Commander

The personal deportment of Captain Perry, throughout the day, was worthy of all praise. He did not quit his own vessel when she became useless, to retire from the battle, but to gain it; an end that was fully obtained, and an effort which resulted in triumph.

Oliver Hazard Perry Military Commander

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When soldiers have been baptized in the fire of a battle-field, they have all one rank in my eyes.

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A few honest men are better than numbers.

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