United States. Navy
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Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Samuel Francis Du Pont letter and report
Collection
Accession: 0080
Abstract:
Samuel Francis du Pont (1803-1865) was a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy and fought in the Mexican-American War and the Civil War. He was the fourth child and second surviving son of Victor Marie du Pont (1767-1827) and his wife, Gabrielle Joséphine de la Fite de Pelleport (1770-1837). These two items are related to his service in the Navy, one a letter concerning his business interests in California, and one report regarding rotten gun breechings.
Dates:
1831 June 3; 1850 August 18