Which naval battle established the u. s. navy as a strong fighting force?

a. the battle of lake champlain
b. the battle of new orleans
c. the battle at fort mchenry
d. the battle of lake erie

The Battle of Lake Erie was fought in Lake Erie off the coast of Ohio during the War of 1812.It was one of the biggest naval battles of the War of 1812.
So according to above explanation 
D.the Battle of Lake Erie is the correct answer.