Episode 2 of 2
Naval Support
- When
- January 26, 1856
- Where
- Elliott Bay
- Part of
- First Battle of Seattle
The USS Decatur, damaged in December 1855, provided artillery and Marine support to settlers during the battle.
The USS Decatur ran aground on rocks at Bainbridge Island in December 1855. It limped into Seattle for repairs, which lasted until January 19. During the battle, the ship's Marines and artillery supported the settlers against the Native attack.
Sources
- Battle of Seattle (1856) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
- USS Decatur (1839) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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