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Editorial
June 9, 1813
Daily National Intelligencer
Washington, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
Editorial on the confirmed loss of the USS Chesapeake to a superior British vessel during the War of 1812. It praises Captain Lawrence's courage, regrets the defeat as fortune of war, and calls for greater American naval exertions to retrieve the loss.
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WASHINGTON CITY.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9.
THE LOSS OF THE CHESAPEAKE
Appears to be placed beyond doubt.
Lawrence and his officers were men of approved courage, and we have no fear that the particulars of this affair, when known, will cast a shade over the reputation which our navy generally, and Lawrence particularly, have so justly acquired.
The loss of the frigate we deeply regret, yet look upon it as an event, deeply to be regretted indeed, but not to be wondered at. Before the war commenced, before the achievement of the brilliant victories which have adorned our naval annals, a majority of the American people would have thought it a cause equally of wonder and of exultation, that a British vessel of superior force should not have captured an American whom she encountered. We hope, therefore, to see no unavailing expressions of regret—no lamentations at this loss. Viewing it as the fortune of war, let it but stimulate us to greater exertions to retrieve our loss.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9.
THE LOSS OF THE CHESAPEAKE
Appears to be placed beyond doubt.
Lawrence and his officers were men of approved courage, and we have no fear that the particulars of this affair, when known, will cast a shade over the reputation which our navy generally, and Lawrence particularly, have so justly acquired.
The loss of the frigate we deeply regret, yet look upon it as an event, deeply to be regretted indeed, but not to be wondered at. Before the war commenced, before the achievement of the brilliant victories which have adorned our naval annals, a majority of the American people would have thought it a cause equally of wonder and of exultation, that a British vessel of superior force should not have captured an American whom she encountered. We hope, therefore, to see no unavailing expressions of regret—no lamentations at this loss. Viewing it as the fortune of war, let it but stimulate us to greater exertions to retrieve our loss.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military Affairs
War Or Peace
What keywords are associated?
Chesapeake Loss
Naval Battle
Captain Lawrence
War Of 1812
American Navy
British Superiority
Fortune Of War
What entities or persons were involved?
Lawrence
Chesapeake
American Navy
British Vessel
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Loss Of The Uss Chesapeake
Stance / Tone
Regretful Yet Resolute, Urging Greater Efforts
Key Figures
Lawrence
Chesapeake
American Navy
British Vessel
Key Arguments
Lawrence And Officers Showed Approved Courage
Particulars Will Not Tarnish Naval Reputation
Loss Is Regrettable But Not Surprising Given British Superiority
View As Fortune Of War, Not Cause For Lamentation
Should Stimulate Greater Exertions To Retrieve The Loss