Andrew Sterett

Andrew Sterett (January 27, 1778 – January 9, 1807)[8] was an officer in the United States Navy during the nation's early days. He saw combat during the Quasi-War with France and in the Barbary Wars, commanding the schooner USS Enterprise in both conflicts.

Andrew Sterett
BornJanuary 27, 1778
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
DiedJanuary 9, 1807(1807-01-09) (aged 28)
Off the coast of Cape Horn, Chile
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Navy
Years of service1798–1805
RankMaster commandant
Commands heldUSS Enterprise
Battles/warsQuasi-War
  • USS Constellation vs Insurgente
  • USS Enterprise vs Amour de la Patrie

First Barbary War

Other workUnited States Merchant Marines
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