William David Porter | |
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Born | New Orleans, Louisiana, US | March 10, 1808
Died | May 1, 1864 New York City, US | (aged 56)
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1823–1855 1859–1864 |
Rank | Commodore |
Commands | |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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William David Porter (10 March 1808 – 1 May 1864) was a flag officer of the United States Navy. He was the son of Commodore David Porter (1780–1843) and brother of Admiral David Dixon Porter (1813–1891) as well as foster brother of Admiral David Farragut (1801–1870). His son, William David Porter, Jr. (1840-1902), served in the Confederate Navy.