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In the American Civil War, Flag Officer David G. Farragut commanded the Union naval forces which, in April of 1862, captured New Orleans. Before the war's end, due to many successful operations in service of the Union, Farragut was promoted to the rank of Vice Admiral. Shortly after the war, he was once again promoted to the rank of Admiral.
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∙ 12y ago"damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead" was the command of admiral David Glasgow Farragut on his flagship the U.S.S. Hartford as his flotilla shot the gap of forts guarding New Orleans.
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The aforesaid order was given by Admiral Farragut during the battle of Mobile Bay and not that of New Orleans.
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∙ 9y agoDuring the American Civil War, the Union naval officer who led the force that captured New Orleans in April of 1862 was David G. Farragut. Promoted to "Rear Admiral" soon after this victory, Farragut went on to score more victories for the Union and eventually achieved the rank of Admiral before his military service concluded.
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∙ 15y agoAdmiral David G. Farragut: Hero of the Union Navy
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Who captured New Orleans in 1862?
In 1862, Officer David Farragut was able to capture the city of New Orleans without needing to take the battle into the city itself. Instead, he captured the Forts Jackson and Philip, then went unopposed in his conquest of the city. The capture of the Confederacyâ??s largest city, marked a turning point in the war.
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William Henry Harrison was the american hero at the battle of new orleans?
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Americans demanded what at New Orleans?
The Battle of New Orleans was the last time Americans fought against the British. The Americans demanded that Great Britain stop kidnapping American sailors for slave like work aboard British ships.
Who made the first offer to buy the port city of new Orleans?
The port city of New Orleans has been owned by many and influenced by a variety of cultures through the years. The first to offer to buy it was the French Mississippi Company.
What admiral captured New Orleans and Mobile?
admiral David Farragut captured New Orleans and Mobile.
Union leader who captured New Orleans?
Admiral Farragut
How was New Orleans captured?
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Who captured New Orleans in the Civil War?
Admiral Farragut
Who was the union leader who captured new Orleans during the civil war?
Admiral Farragut
Who was the Union naval leader Tennessee who captured New Orleans?
Admiral David Farragut.
Who was the union naval leader from Tennessee that captured new Orleans?
Admiral David Farragut.
What was the southern city captured by admiral David Farragut?
The southern city captured by Admiral David Farragut was New Orleans, Louisiana. The capture took place on April 29, 1862.
Who was the northern naval officer who captured new Orleans?
david farragut
What Northern admiral captured New Orleans?
In April of 1862, it was the Union flag officer David G. Farragut (1801-1870) who led naval forces to victory in the capture of New Orleans. Soon promoted to "Rear Admiral" for his accomplishments, Farragut went on to further success in the Civil War and beyond, becoming the first American naval officer to achieve the rank of Admiral.
Who was the commander of the union naval force captured new Orleans from the confederacy?
its probably u.s. grant :)
What were David Glasgow Farragut's most notable accomplishment?
He captured New Orleans and was victorious in the Battle of Mobile Bay.
