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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Niagara
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Niagara

Artifact IDMO 1941.7.67
Object Type Model
Maker
Mediumpaint on wood, metal, string
Dimensionsobject (ship) H 18 1/2 in x W 26 1/2 in x D 9 in (47 cm x 67.3 cm x 22.9 cm )
 box/case H 22 3/8 in x W 29 in x D 11 1/4 in (56.8 cm x 73.7 cm x 28.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA two-masted, square-rigged model of the brig, NIAGARA. Made of dark stained wood with metal sheathing for on lower part of hull, the ship has no sails and elaborate rigging with a detailed deck. The ship's name is found on the stern.

A metal, glass, and wood case for the ship is stored separately.
Historical NoteThe NIAGARA played a pivotal role at the September 10, 1813 Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. When the flagship of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, the American commander, was reduced to wreckage, Perry transferred by rowboat to the NIAGARA to continue the battle.
Additional Details
Credit LineEstate of Franklin D. Roosevelt
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesShip Models (National Archives Identifier 782457)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestricted
CopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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