Samuel Nicholson

Samuel Nicholson (1743 – 29 December 1811) was an officer in the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War and later in the United States Navy.

Biography

The son of Joseph and Hannah Scott Nicholson, he was born in Chestertown, Maryland. Samuel Nicholson was a Lieutenant in "Bonhomme Richard" under John Paul Jones; then, in command of "Deane", captured three British sloops-of-war. Appointed Captain upon the reorganization of the Navy in 1794, he superintended the construction of frigate "Constitution" and commanded her during her first commission.

He died at Charlestown, Massachusetts. Nicholson is buried in the crypt of the Old North Church in Boston, Massachusetts.

Namesakes and honors

The U.S. Navy ships named USS "Nicholson" were named for him and other members of his family who served as naval officers: his elder brother, James Nicholson, his younger brother John Nicholson, his nephew, William Nicholson and his grandson James W. Nicholson.

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NAME= Nicholson, Samuel
ALTERNATIVE NAMES=
SHORT DESCRIPTION= Continental Navy officer during the American Revolutionary War
DATE OF BIRTH= 1743
PLACE OF BIRTH= Chestertown, Maryland
DATE OF DEATH= 29 December 1811
PLACE OF DEATH= Charlestown, Massachusetts