On the record
If Commodore Decatur had rendered no other service to his country, that of the destruction of the Algerine pirates would alone entitle him to a place among its benefactors.
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Adlai Stevenson
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Editor's note · Context
Stevenson highlights the significant contributions of Commodore Decatur to the U.S. Navy, emphasizing his role in combating piracy.
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