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Sicilian Salvador Catalano: An American Naval Hero - Photo 4

Sicilian Salvador Catalano: An American Naval Hero - Photo 4

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Naval History and Heritage Command/Courtesy of the Naval Historical Society of New York

Sicilian Salvador Catalano: An American Naval Hero - Photo 4

The burning of the Philadelphia as seen from Tripoli harbor. Despite the increased alarm, Decatur, Catalano, and the crew of the Intrepid received only light cannon fire as they escaped the port.

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