The Second Admiral - Richard S West - Bog

The Second Admiral: A Life of David Dixon Porter 1813-1891 is a comprehensive biography of the American naval officer, David Dixon Porter. The book, written by Richard S. West Jr., chronicles Porter's life from his birth in 1813 to his death in 1891. Porter was a key figure in the American Civil War, serving as a Union naval officer and rising to the rank of admiral. The book delves into Porter's early life and family background, his education at the United States Naval Academy, and his early naval career. It also explores his role in the Civil War, including his leadership of the Union navy during the siege of Vicksburg and his contributions to the Union victory at Mobile Bay. The Second Admiral also examines Porter's post-war career, including his involvement in the development of the modern American navy and his controversial tenure as superintendent of the United States Naval Academy. The book provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a complex and influential figure in American naval history. Overall, The Second Admiral is a meticulously researched and well-written biography that sheds light on the life and career of David Dixon Porter and his impact on American naval history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.