Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Barron” in entry preble-edward of Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History:
...titution, and in June, as commodore, was placed in command of the squadron sent against Tripoli.
By a series of skilful bombardments of Tripoli he brought its ruler to terms.
He was superseded by Barron , in September, 1804, and returned home, when Congress voted him the thanks of the nation and a gold medal.
He died in Portland, Me., Aug. 25, 1807.
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