In 1787, Congress awarded John Paul Jones the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of his "valor and brilliant services" during the Revolutionary War. Which accomplishment was Congress recognizing?

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Leading the evacuation of Washington, D.C., during the British invasion

Preparing the strategy for the American victory at Yorktown

Persuading France to provide military assistance to the Continental army

Commanding a victory at sea against the British navy

Answer 1

Congress was recognizing John Paul Jones for commanding a victory at sea against the British navy. His naval battles, particularly the famous engagement with the HMS Serapis, were significant accomplishments during the Revolutionary War.