John Paul Jones Collection

Document commissioning John Paul Jones as a US Navy captain
John Paul Joness commission as captain in the US Navy, from the Congress, 1776. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

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Sea fight between the American ship Bonhomme Richard and the British HMS Serapis, 1779. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Hand-colored printed halftone illustration
John Paul Jones in command of the " Ranger" in battle with the British ship " Drake, " American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

John Paul Jones - Statue, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Paul Jones - Statue, 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Statue, 1914. Washington DC. The John Paul Jones Memorial, by Charles Henry Niehaus, commemorates John Paul Jones, the United States first naval war hero, father of the US Navy

George E. Badger, Secretary of The Navy, 1841 and Secretary Daniels with Portrait of Badger, 1913
Secretaries of the Navy: Josephus Daniels with portrait of George E. Badger, 1913. Badger was Secretary of The Navy in 1841. Daniels held the post 1913-1921

John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, Dewey; Porter; Father Russell At Right, 1912 April. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12, Dewey; Porter; Father Russell At Right, 1912 April. [Unveiling of the John Paul Jones Memorial, Washington, DC: Admiral George Dewey, General Porter]

John Paul Jones Statue unveiling, Admiral George Dewey, U.S.N. 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones Statue unveiling, Admiral George Dewey, U.S.N. 1912. [US Navy officer George Dewey pulls a rope to unveil the John Paul Jones Memorial in Washington D.C

John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12, The Monument, 1912 April 17. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12, The Monument, [Washington DC], 1912 April 17. [The John Paul Jones Memorial, by Charles Henry Niehaus, commemorates John Paul Jones

John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12, Dewey; Taft; Stimson; General Porter, 1912 April 17. [Unveiling of the John Paul Jones Memorial, Washington, DC: Admiral George Dewey

John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12 - Taft Speaking, 1912 April 17. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12 - Taft Speaking, 1912 April 17. [Unveiling of the John Paul Jones Memorial, Washington, DC: US President William Howard Taft]

John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12 - Taft Entering Stand, 1912 April 17. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12 - Taft Entering Stand, 1912 April 17. [Unveiling of the John Paul Jones Memorial, Washington, DC: US President William Howard Taft]

Dedication of Monument to John Paul Jones, 17 April 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Dedication of Monument to John Paul Jones, 17 April 1912. Mrs. Taft; Unidentified; Naval officer, Unidentified; Adm. Dewey; Sec. Meyer; Taft; Sec. Stimson; Dr. Charles Wood, Praying

John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12, Stand, 1912 April 17. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Dedication of Monument, 4/17/12, Stand, 1912 April 17. [Unveiling of the John Paul Jones Memorial, Washington, DC]

John Paul Jones - Statue On Monument, Foot of 17th Street, D.C. 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John Paul Jones - Statue On Monument, Foot of 17th Street, [Washington] D.C. 1911. [The John Paul Jones Memorial, by Charles Henry Niehaus, commemorates John Paul Jones

USA, New Hampshire, Portsmouth, John Paul Jones House, one time home of naval hero of the American Revolution

John Paul Jones (chromolitho)
2803471 John Paul Jones (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Paul Jones. Educational card, late 19th century.); © Look and Learn

Captain John Paul Jones, Commander of a Squadron of Ships in the Service of France
479173 Captain John Paul Jones, Commander of a Squadron of Ships in the Service of France and America, 1780 (hand-coloured mezzotint) by American School

Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard (engraving)
2789259 Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard)

The Mother of John Paul Jones (colour litho)
3623256 The Mother of John Paul Jones (colour litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mother of John Paul Jones)

On the Sea Wall with John Paul Jones (colour litho)
3623254 On the Sea Wall with John Paul Jones (colour litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Sea Wall with John Paul Jones)

Transfer of the remains of American Revolutionary War naval commander John Paul Jones from Paris to the United States
3097508 Transfer of the remains of American Revolutionary War naval commander John Paul Jones from Paris to the United States (colour litho) by French School

John Paul Jones, first captain of the US Navy
LLM455715 John Paul Jones, first captain of the US Navy by North American, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Paul Jones, first captain of the US Navy)

Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779 (engraving)
3638265 Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779)

Les Marins Celebres, Paul Jones Et Lady Selkirk (engraving)
2789219 Les Marins Celebres, Paul Jones Et Lady Selkirk (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Marins Celebres, Paul Jones Et Lady Selkirk)

Capt. Paul Jones shooting a Sailor who had attempted to strike his Colours in an Engagement, late 18th-early 19th century?

Portrait of Paul Jones, Commodore of the United States Navy, c1780, (1937). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Paul Jones, Commodore of the United States Navy, c1780, (1937). John Paul Jones (1747-1792) naval commander in the American Revolutionary War

Victory of Paul Jones, c1780. Artist: Richard Paton
Victory of Paul Jones, c1780. The capture of the British warship HMS Serapis on 23 September 1779 by French and American ships under the command of Commodore John Paul Jones (1747-1792)

John Paul Jones, American naval commander of the Revolutionary War, (c1880)
John Paul Jones, 18th century American naval commander, c1880. Jones (1747-1792) was the first well-known naval hero in the American Revolutionary War, and founded the US Navy

John Paul Jones, hero in the American Revolutionary War, (c1930s). Artist: George B Matthews
John Paul Jones, hero in the American Revolutionary War, (c1930s). Jones (1747-1792) was the first well-known naval hero in the American Revolutionary War, and founded the US Navy

John Paul Jones, 2011. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
John Paul Jones, With Martin France, Cheltenham Jazz Festival, 2011

John Paul Jones 1742-1792. American Revolution Naval Officer And A Founder Of The United States Navy. From Painting By Alonzo Chappel

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John Paul Jones during the American Revolution. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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Routes of the American ships Ranger and Bonhomme Richard raiding the British Isles during the American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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John Paul Joness ship " Bon Homme Richard" defeating the British " Serapis, " 1779. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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John Paul Jones raising the US flag on an American warship for the first time during the Revolutionary War. Printed color 19th-century illustration

John Paul Joness crew capuring the British Serapis, 1779
American sailors from the " Bonhomme Richard" capturing the British ship " Serapis, " Revolutionary War. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

John Paul Jones, Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792, Statues, Sculpture, 1900

John Paul Jones, bust sculpture, Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792, Statues, Sculpture, 1900

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John Paul Jones and the Rangers crew raiding the Earl of Selkirks castle, 1777. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The home of John Paul Jones, considered to be the founder of the American navy, situated on the Solway coast, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

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John Paul Jones, a legendary figure in American naval history, was commissioned as a US Navy captain in an era when the nation was still finding its footing. EVRV2A-00216 captures this significant moment through a hand-colored printed halftone illustration. The image showcases the determination and courage that defined John Paul Jones' character. The John Paul Jones House stands proudly in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, serving as a testament to the hero's connection with his homeland. This historic residence once sheltered the man who would go on to become one of America's most celebrated naval commanders. An original drawing taken from life aboard the Seraphis in 1779 provides us with an intimate glimpse into Captain Paul Jones' existence during his seafaring days. The engraving depicts him with strength and resilience etched onto his face—a true embodiment of leadership. The chromolitho portrait further immortalizes him as an icon of bravery and patriotism. His unwavering commitment to duty is evident in every brushstroke, capturing both his indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to his country. Captain it also commanded a squadron of ships under France's service, solidifying his reputation as an esteemed military strategist. An engraving titled "Paul Jones Et Le Bonhomme-Richard" pays homage to this remarkable alliance between nations for freedom and independence. Even amidst tales of valor at sea, it is important not to forget those who shaped our heroes' lives—their families. A color lithograph entitled "The Mother of John Paul Jones" reminds us that behind every great leader lies someone who nurtured their dreams and supported them unconditionally. Another captivating lithograph portrays John Paul Jones standing resolutely on a sea wall—an emblematic representation of his lifelong affinity for maritime pursuits. It encapsulates both his love for adventure on open waters and steadfastness against any challenge that came before him.