Of those forty-seven years of active service, over twenty-three years were spent on sea duty, and during twenty years more, he was detailed on other important service.
At the Battle of Mobile, August 5, 1864, he was placed in command of the Oneida by Admiral Farragut, and during the encounter his vessel, being in the rear of the line, was exposed to an exceptionally sever fire from Fort Morgan and the vessels of the enemy.
While in the gallant discharge of his duty, Commander Mullany was wounded severely in several places; one of the wounds necessitated the immediate amputation of his left arm; another fragment of shell struck him in the back, remaining embedded there until his death; while still another shattered his shoulder blade, causing him serious permanent trouble.
Your committee, in consideration of the long term of service of Rear Admiral Mullany and his exceptionally active duties during this time, recommend the passage of the bill which is herewith submitted.
Hope Mrs. Mullany Got the Increase.
--Old B-Runner
