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What was Perry's rank during the Battle of Lake Erie?

  • Captain

  • Commodore

  • Lieutenant

  • Admiral

Answer

Commodore was Perry's rank during the Battle of Lake Erie. This rank is equivalent to a rear admiral in the modern-day United States Navy and is typically held by a senior naval officer in command of a squadron or flotilla of ships.
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