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Article: Proclamation 6589 - Commodore John Barry Day, 1993. (Pres William J. Clinton) (September 13, 1993)
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- Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents
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- September 20, 1993
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A Proclamation
During its War for Independence, our Nation faced a great and proven sea power. The young Continental Navy, which had been established by the Continental Congress in October 1775, was only a fraction of the size of the British fleet. Nevertheless, the small American naval force not only achieved several key victories during the War but also established a tradition of courageous service that continues to this day. On this occasion, we honor the memory of one of America's first and most distinguished naval leaders, Commodore John Barry.
After immigrating to the United States from Ireland, John Barry became a successful shipmaster in ...