Capture of HMS Penguin
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On March 23, 1815 USS Hornet captured the HMS Penguin in a short battle off Tristan da Cunha. This was one of several naval engagements which took place after the War of 1812 had ended.
On March 23, 1815 USS Hornet captured the HMS Penguin in a short battle off Tristan da Cunha. This was one of several naval engagements which took place after the War of 1812 had ended.