The U.S. Brig Lawrence was named after Commodore Perry's friend, Captain James Lawrence. While Captain Lawrence was laying mortally wounded below the deck of U.S. Frigate Chesapeake in the June 1813 battle with the British frigate, Shannon... he reportedly ordered... "Don't give up the ship."
Then in August 1813 the U.S. Brig Lawrence was commissioned in honor of Captain Lawrence's service. Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry commanded Lawrence in September 1813's Battle of Lake Erie. Once the Lawrence was disabled by enemy fire, Perry transferred to Lawrence's sister ship, Niagara. This is where Perry achieved victory. The formal British surrender occurred on the deck of the U.S. Brig Lawrence.
Look for our black cat, Casper, peeking out from the side of a sail!
It can set neatly on a shelf, desk or narrow ledge such as window, door trim, or wainscoting. Group it with other Cat’s Meows to create your own little Village!
We handcraft this replica from 3/4" thick wood with colorful details on the front and its story on the back.
