Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Commodore Perry” in alphabetic letter G, entry group 4, entry glynn-james of Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History:
...ccess led Glynn to propose that the United States attempt to open trade with Japan by diplomacy, supported by a large naval force.
The plan was later successfully carried out under the direction of Commodore Perry .
Glynn was promoted captain in 1855.
He died, May 13, 1871.
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