How to Pronounce David Porter (naval officer)
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Feb 01, 1780 Boston, Massachusetts, United States Died on 03 Mar 1843 (aged 63)
officer in the United States Navy
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About David Porter Naval Officer
- David Porter (February 1, 1780 – March 3, 1843) was an officer in the United States Navy in the rank of captain and the honorary title of commodore.
- Porter commanded a number of U.S.
- naval ships, including the famous USS Constitution.
- He saw service in the First Barbary War, the War of 1812 and in the West Indies.
- On July 2, 1812, Porter hoisted the banner "Free trade and sailors' rights" as captain of USS Essex.
- The phrase resonated with many Americans.
- Porter was later court martialed; he resigned and then joined and became commander-in-chief of the Mexican Navy.
