Stephen Champlin

Stephen Champlin (17 November 1789 – 20 February 1870) was an officer in the United States Navy during the War of 1812.

Biography Born in Kingston, Rhode Island, Champlin entered the Navy as a sailing master 22 May 1812. He commanded the schooner in her capture of the British during the Battle of Lake Erie, and later in the War of 1812 was wounded when his ship was taken on Lake Huron. Retired in 1855, Captain Champlin was later promoted to Commodore on the retired list, and died in Buffalo, New York and is buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery (Buffalo).

Legacy

Two ships have been named for him, as was Champlin, Minnesota.

Dates of rank Sailing master - 22 May 1812 Lieutenant - 9 December 1814 Commander - 22 June 1838 Captain - 4 August 1850 Captain on Reserved List - 13 September 1855 Commodore on Retired List - 4 April 1867