A New Book on Farragut-- Part 2: Farragut and Porter

The fourth chapter tells the complicated and often competitive relationship between Farragut and his younger step brother, David Dixon Porter (1813-1891).

Both hated the Confederacy.  Serving together, with Porter as a subordinate, Farragut captured New Orleans in 1862.  The next year, in separate commands, the two were able to capture the Mississippi River by assisting the Army.

Then, Farragut  won the victory at the Battle of Mobile Bay, closing the Confederacy's last port on the Gulf of Mexico.  Farragut was offered command of the expedition to attack Fort Fisher but turned it down.  It was given to Porter who achieved his crowning moment with its capture.

Afterwards, both  honored as America's first full admirals., Farragut in 1866 and Porter in 1870.

The final chapter examines Farragut's only son, Loyall (1844-1916) who spent his life promoting and protecting his father's legacy.

Looks Like An Interesting Read.  --Old B-Runner