John Brooks, Jr. (1783 – September 10, 1813) was an officer in the United States Marine Corps during the War of 1812.
Born in Brookfield, Massachusetts, Brooks was appointed a 2nd Lieutenant, October 1, 1807. He commanded the detachment of Marines on Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's flagship, the USS Lawrence (1812).
He was killed in action during the Battle of Lake Erie on September 10, 1813.
The USS Brooks (DD-232) was named for him.
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Date of birth:
- 1783
Date of death:
- Sep 10, 1813 (age 30 years)
