Christopher Raymond Perry

Captain Christopher Raymond Perry (4 December 1761 – 1 June 1818) was an officer in the United States Navy. His sons, Oliver Hazard Perry and Matthew C. Perry, were both distinquished naval officers as well.

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4 December - 1761 - 1 June - 1818 - United States Navy - Oliver Hazard Perry - Matthew C. Perry

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Born in Newport, Rhode Island, he spent his early years as a privateer. In 1799, he was appointed to the U.S. Navy. Perry built and commanded General Greene in which his son, Oliver, also served.

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Newport, Rhode Island - Privateer - 1799 - ''General Greene''

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He was retired from the Navy in 1801.

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