Mallory Reports the Squib Attack

Extract from Mallory's April 30, 1864, report regarding the attack in the Official Records Navy.

"On the night of the 9th instant, Lieutenant Commanding Hunter Davidson, in command of the torpedo boat Squib, with six officers and men, ran through the enemy's fleet off Newport News, attacked the flagship Minnesota, exploding a torpedo against her, and returned in safety under a heavy fire.

"The extent of the injury inflicted upon the ship has not yet been ascertained, but is believed to be serious.  The cool daring, professional skill, and judgement  exhibited by Lieutenant  Davidson in this  hazardous enterprise merit high commendation and confer honor upon the service of which he is a member."

Honors and Promotion to the Good Lieutenant.  --Old B-Runner