Admiral Farragut Collection

Admiral David G. Farragut in the rigging during the Battle of Mobile Bay, 1864, American Civil War. Hand-colored photogravure of a W.H. Overend painting

Battle of Mobile Bay, Civil War, 1864
Farraguts flagship USS " Hartford" colliding with the ironclad CSS " Tennessee" to secure Mobile Bay, 1864. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

U.S.S. Franklin, used as training ship - Admiral Farragut's Flagship, 1916. Flagship of Admiral David Glasgow Farragut, decommissioned and sold in 1915

Admiral Farragut, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Adml. Farragut, between 1855 and 1865. {Naval officer, fought in the War of 1812, Mexican-American War and the American Civil War]

Admiral Farragut at Mobile (engraving)
727897 Admiral Farragut at Mobile (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Farragut at Mobile)

Capture of New Orleans: The Fleet Passing Forts on the Mississippi, c. 1862 (engraving)
878338 Capture of New Orleans: The Fleet Passing Forts on the Mississippi, c.1862 (engraving) by Parsons

Cutlass and Leather Scabbard, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Cutlass and Leather Scabbard, 1935/1942

Admiral Farragut, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Admiral David Glasgow Farragut. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century photograph

Bombardment of Forts Jackson and St Philip, Louisiana, American Civil War, April 1862
First days bombardment of Forts Jackson and St Philip, Louisiana, American Civil War, April 1862. First division of the Union squadron preparing for action

David Farragut, Union naval officer of the American Civil War, (c1880). A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume III, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880

Admiral David Farragut, US Navy officer in the American Civil War, 1862-1867

Fleet passing the fort and obstructions, Battle of Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, (1862-1867)
Fleet passing the fort and obstructions, Battle of Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, (1864-1867)

President Abraham Lincoln

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Admiral Farragut: A Hero of the Civil War In the midst of the turbulent American Civil War, one name stood out as a symbol of courage and determination - Admiral Farragut. Born David Farragut in 1801, this Union naval officer would go on to leave an indelible mark on history. One of his most famous feats was the Battle of Mobile Bay in 1864. Known for his boldness, Admiral Farragut uttered those immortal words, "Damn the torpedoes. Full speed ahead. " as he led his fleet into battle against Confederate forces. This daring move ultimately secured a crucial victory for the Union. But this was not Admiral Farragut's only triumph. He had already made a significant impact earlier in the war during the Capture of New Orleans in 1862. The image captured by an unknown artist shows his fleet passing forts on the Mississippi River, marking a turning point in favor of Union forces. Admired for both his leadership skills and personal bravery, Admiral Farragut became an iconic figure during and after the war. His portrait from Duke brand cigarettes' Great Americans series in 1888 showcases him as a national hero whose legacy transcended time. Equipped with his trusty cutlass and leather scabbard, which are now displayed at museums across America, Admiral Farragut embodied strength and resilience throughout his career. These artifacts serve as reminders of his unwavering dedication to duty. The bombardment of Forts Jackson and St Philip in Louisiana further solidified Admiral Farragut's reputation as a fearless commander who never shied away from danger. This pivotal moment showcased both strategic brilliance and unwavering resolve amidst intense enemy fire. President Abraham Lincoln recognized Admiral David Farragut's exceptional contributions to preserving unity within America when he appointed him to lead naval operations during some of its darkest days between 1862-1867.