He served under Admiral Perry in the battle of lake Erie.
Benjamin Napier is in the painting in the state capital of Ohio with Admiral Perry rowing to another ship after he had to abandon his sinking ship during the battle.
His sons followed him in the tradition of mariners in the Great lakes as Captains.
He served under Admiral Perry in the battle of lake Erie.
Benjamin Napier is in the painting in the state capital of Ohio with Admiral Perry rowing to another ship after he had to abandon his sinking ship during the battle.
His sons followed him in the tradition of mariners in the Great lakes as Captains.
Family Members
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Capt. Nelson William "Nels" Napier
1816–1880
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Amelia Ann Napier Borden
1819–1909
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Adeline Matilda "Addy" Napier Clemons
1824–1903
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Capt. Joseph A. Napier
1826–1914
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Orris Parish "O. P." Napier
1830–1907
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Capt. Andrew Jackson "Jack" Napier
1831–1859
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Olive Louise Napier Benschoter
1838–1915
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Nancy Ann Napier Mitchell
1840–1923
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Elizabeth Henrietta "Etta" Napier Reed
1846–1923
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