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Thomas ap Catesby Jones
An illustration of Jones
Born(1790-04-24)April 24, 1790[1]
Westmoreland County, Virginia, U.S.
DiedMay 30, 1858(1858-05-30) (aged 68)[2]
Sharon, Virginia, U.S.
Buried
Fairfax, Virginia
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1805–1858
RankCommodore
Commands heldUSS Peacock
Pacific Squadron
Battles/wars
  • War of 1812
    • Battle of Lake Borgne
  • Mexican–American War
    • Capture of Monterey

Thomas ap Catesby Jones (24 April 1790 – 30 May 1858) was an American naval officer who served during the War of 1812 and the Mexican–American War.

  1. ^ Smith, p 3
  2. ^ Smith, p 161

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