The War of 1812: The Chesapeake and the Shannon
- Episode aired 2006
- TV-PG
- 45m
Documentary examining the naval duel between two (38-gun) frigates during the War of 1812 (America v Canada/Britain). On 1st June 1813, Captain Philip Broke of the British frigate HMS Shanno... Read allDocumentary examining the naval duel between two (38-gun) frigates during the War of 1812 (America v Canada/Britain). On 1st June 1813, Captain Philip Broke of the British frigate HMS Shannon issued a challenge to the USS Chesapeake, moored in Boston Harbour. Captain James Lawren... Read allDocumentary examining the naval duel between two (38-gun) frigates during the War of 1812 (America v Canada/Britain). On 1st June 1813, Captain Philip Broke of the British frigate HMS Shannon issued a challenge to the USS Chesapeake, moored in Boston Harbour. Captain James Lawrence accepted and sailed forth to his doom. The short but brutal battle left 71 dead, includ... Read all