From the February 24, 2016, Atlanta Journal-Constitution "Flashback Fotos: Historic Lawrenceville."
Lawrenceville is located in Gwinnett, County, Georgia, established in 1820 and named for War of 1812 naval commander Captain James Lawrence, best known for his dying words, "Don't Give Up the Ship." he is not believed to have had any direct connection to Lawrenceville.
In addition, there are four streets surrounding the downtown square named for people connected with the War of 1812:
Perry-- (Commodore Matthew Perry) Most likely this would be Oliver Hazard Perry.
Pike Street-- Zebulon Pike (explorer and for whom Pike's Peak, Colorado, is named). Also in War of 1812.
Croghan Street-- Named for War of 1812 veteran George Croghan
Clayton Street-- Named for Congressman Augustin Clayton, a Virginia native who attended the University of Georgia and served in the state and U.S. legislatures from 1810 to the 1830s.
--Brock-Perry
2012 marks the 200th anniversary of America's "Forgotten War," the War of 1812 that took place over three years, 1812 to 1815.
Battle of New Orleans.
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