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.