Captain Richard Pearson surrenders Serapis
This is a Bonhomme Richard event. Pearson surrendered the British ship Serapis after a fierce battle that left 1/3 of each crew dead and led to Jone's famous quote, "I have not yet begun to fight!" Pearson surrendered his sword, but Jones returned it as a gesture of respect. The Bonhomme was so badly damaged that Jones transferred everyone to the Serapis and watched his ship sink. In the painting, we assume Perason is on the left.

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