1865 civil war OLD SALAMANDER Admiral David Glasgow Farragut Navy Naval Battles

Description: Old Salamander: The Life and Naval Career of Admiral David Glascoe [Glasgow] Farragut (Heroes of the Rebellion) Author: Headley, Rev. P.C. [Phineas Camp] Title: Old Salamander: The Life and Naval Career of Admiral David Glascoe [Glasgow] Farragut (Heroes of the Rebellion) Publication: Boston: Lee and Shepard, 1865 Description: Hardcover. Boston: Lee and Shepard, (1865).Original cloth.Double frontispiece.342 pages + ads. Very Good. Tight binding; clean pages; moderate wear.A great antique biography of the great Union Admiral. David Glasgow Farragut (July 5, 1801 - August 14, 1870) was a flag officer of the United States Navy during the American Civil War. He was the first rear admiral, vice admiral, and admiral in the United States Navy. He is remembered for his order at the Battle of Mobile Bay, usually paraphrased as "Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead" in U.S. Navy tradition. Born near Knoxville, Tennessee, Farragut was fostered by naval officer David Porter after the death of his mother. When he was 11 years old, Farragut served in the War of 1812 under the command of his adoptive father. He received his first command in 1823, at the age of 22, and went on to participate in anti-piracy operations in the Caribbean Sea. He then served in the Mexican-American War under the command of Matthew C. Perry, participating in the blockade of Tuxpan. After the war, he oversaw the construction of the Mare Island Naval Shipyard, which was the first U.S. Navy base established on the Pacific Ocean. Though Farragut resided in Norfolk, Virginia, prior to the Civil War, he was a Southern Unionist who strongly opposed Southern secession and remained loyal to the Union after the outbreak of the Civil War. Despite some doubts about Farragut's loyalty, Farragut was assigned command of an attack on the important Confederate port city of New Orleans. After defeating the Confederates at the Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Farragut captured New Orleans in April 1862. He was promoted to rear admiral after the battle and helped extend Union control up along the Mississippi River, participating in the siege of Port Hudson. With the Union in control of the Mississippi, Farragut led a successful attack on Mobile Bay, home to the last major Confederate port on the Gulf of Mexico. Farragut was promoted to admiral following the end of the Civil War and remained on active duty until his death in 1870.--wikipedia. SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS FOR MORE INTERESTING RARE AND COLLECTIBLE BOOKS.. Very Good. Seller ID: 17626 Subject: Biography, Civil War At LaCelle Rare Books we offer rare and important books from Literary Classics and Children's Books to Americana and Civil War. Over the years we've had many of the great landmarks of literature as well as thousands of other interesting and collectible books in all categories. If you are looking for a book we don't have listed right now feel free to reach out and you'll be the first to know when we list the titles you're looking for. We're also available to answer questions about our books or provide additional photos. All dust jackets are placed in clear mylar protective covers to preserve them for your collection. Guarantee All books are guaranteed to be as described. We have been in the field for almost 20 years and have a depth of knowledge in the identification of first editions and the authentication of signatures. Every signature is guaranteed to be authentic and every first edition is guaranteed to be the first edition. We've offered this guarantee for many years and have an almost 100% buyer satisfaction rate. Shipping We ship within 1 business day of purchase. All books will be securely and safely packaged to make sure you receive your purchase in the condition advertised. In addition, every package is insured at it's full value. We will combine Shipping on multiple purchases to save you on shipping costs. We also ship anywhere in the world. If you don't see that option or if you'd rather your purchases not be sent through eBay's Global Shipping program please inquire for more details.Check out our other listings for more interesting and collectible books. Don't forget to add us to your Favorite Sellers!(it's the ? Save this seller link just below our name on our store page)This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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