Thomas Truxtun
(1755-1822)
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Thomas Truxtun (or Truxton) (February 17, 1755 – May 5, 1822) was an American naval officer after the Revolutionary War, when he served as a privateer, who rose to the rank of commodore in the late eighteenth century and later served in the Quasi-War with France. He was one of the first six commanders appointed to the new US Navy by President Washington. During his naval career he commanded a number of famous U.S. naval ships, including USS Constellation and USS President. Later in civilian life he became involved with politics and was also elected as a sheriff.
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17 February 1755 Hempstead, New York
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5 May 1822 (aged 67) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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| Zodiac | Aquarius |
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