James Lawrence (1781-1813), American naval officer, became a symbol of bravery to the American Navy during the War of 1812 with his dying words, "Don't give up the ship."James Lawrence was born in Bur...
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ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Reuters) - "Don't give up the ship"
read the slogan embroidered across a flag at the ornate hall
where more than 40 countries gathered to launch a new Middle
East peace drive on Tu...
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Today is Friday, June 1, the 152nd day of 2007. There are 213 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On June 1, 1813, the mortally wounded commander of the U.S. frigate Chesapeake, Capt...
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James Lawrence
Annapolis is picturesque backdrop for peace talks
