David Farragut date of birth:

July 5, 1801

How old was David Farragut when died?

69

Where was David Farragut born?

Campbell's Station, Tennessee

When did David Farragut die?

August 14, 1870

What is David Farragut nationality?

American

What is David Farragut's occupation?

U.S. Navy admiral

Short Biography

David Glasgow Farragut /ˈfærəɡət/ (also spelled Glascoe; 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, in which he was victorious, usually paraphrased as "Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead" in U.S. Navy tradition.