Henry Eagle | |
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Born | New York City, United States | April 7, 1801
Died | November 26, 1882 New York City, United States | (aged 81)
Buried | Woodlawn Cemetery, The Bronx, New York City |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1818 – 1866 |
Rank | Commodore |
Commands | USS Santee USS Monticello |
Battles / wars | Mexican-American War American Civil War
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Spouse(s) |
Minerva Smith (m. 1833–1882) |
Henry Eagle (1801-1882) was an American commodore who served in the American Civil War. His most notable action during the conflict was his service at the Battle of Sewell's Point. He was also a midshipsman as well as commanding several ships during his military career.