i have not yet begun to fight

i have not yet begun to fight, tuba, john paul jones, nathan hale, plural of roof, pituitary gland

This is a famous quote by John Paul Jones. He is a famous historic naval officer, who fought in the American Revolutionary War.

He was born on July 6, 1747, in Scotland. Jones became first mate on a slaver brigantine in 1766, but decided to leave because he did not like it.
While he was the leader of a merchant vessel, he killed a mutinous captain, and had to run from the British.
In command of Ranger in 1777 through 1778, he attacked England’s shore.
On September 23, 1779, Jones fought one of the bloodiest battles in naval history. Jones had to fight with the 44-gun Royal Navy frigate Serapis, and even though his own vessel was burning and sinking, Jones would not accept the British demand for surrender, replying, “I have not yet begun to fight.” More than three hours later, Serapis surrendered and Jones took command.

John Paul Jones died 1788, as a hero, who will always be remembered in history.
"I have not yet begun to fight"