On 3 January 1800 , she detected two American 16 - carronade ships forming a line of battle , which Surcouf engaged .
In 1798 Nicholas sailed as second captain to Robert in the Clarisse .
On 3 January 1800 , Clarisse detected two American 16 - carronade ships forming a line of battle , which Surcouf engaged .
In 1798 Nicholas sailed as second captain to Robert in the Clarisse .