Cadwalader Ringgold | |
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Born | Washington County, Maryland | August 20, 1802
Died | April 29, 1867 New York City | (aged 64)
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1819–1864 |
Rank | Rear admiral |
Commands | USS Weasel USS Porpoise USS Sabine |
Battles / wars | American Civil War |
Cadwalader Ringgold (August 20, 1802 – April 29, 1867) was an officer in the United States Navy who served in the United States Exploring Expedition, later headed an expedition to the Northwest and, after initially retiring, returned to service during the Civil War.