Congress awarded John Paul Jones the Congressional Gold Medal in 1787 for his "valor and brilliant services" during the Revolutionary War, specifically recognizing his accomplishments in "Commanding a victory at sea against the British navy." Jones is best known for his naval battles, including his famous victory over the British warship Serapis in 1779.
Question 14 Q 9 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? (1 point) Responses Leading the evacuation of Washington, D.C., during the British invasion Leading the evacuation of Washington, D.C., during the British invasion Preparing the strategy for the American victory at Yorktown Preparing the strategy for the American victory at Yorktown Persuading France to provide military assistance to the Continental army Persuading France to provide military assistance to the Continental army Commanding a victory at sea against the British navy Commanding a victory at sea against the British navy Question 15 Q 10
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