Rais Hamidu
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Rais Hamidu or Hamidou also called Hammida or Amidon (in the american literature) (1773–1815) was a famous Algerian Corsair, he captured many ships during his career and he was known for his gallantry and chivalry, he was dead in the Battle off Cape Gata
against an American squadron commanded by Stephen Decatur
in 1815.
Battle off Cape Gata
The Battle off Cape Gata, which took place June 17, 1815, was the first battle of the Second Barbary War. A squadron of vessels under the command of Stephen Decatur met and engaged the flagship of the Algerian Navy, the frigate Meshuda under Admiral Hamidou...
against an American squadron commanded by Stephen Decatur
Stephen Decatur
Stephen Decatur, Jr. , was an American naval officer notable for his many naval victories in the early 19th century. He was born on the eastern shore of Maryland, Worcester county, the son of a U.S. Naval Officer who served during the American Revolution. Shortly after attending college Decatur...
in 1815.