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Porter, David D. (David Dixon), 1813-1891.
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United States. -- Navy -- Officers.
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United States. -- Navy.
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Admirals -- United States.
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Propellers.
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Correspondence.
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Civil War (U.S.)
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Military history
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English
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Collection Title:
Creator:
Porter, David D. (David Dixon), 1813-1891.
Inclusive Dates:
1806-1890
Abstract:
Papers of the American naval officer. Correspondence (1806-1890), 35 outgoing letters, and a number of third party letters which illuninate Porter's promotion of the use of the Fowler Wheel as a propulsion system on torpedo boats. Also, an engraved portrait of Porter, and one of his father, David Porter (1780-1843).
Type of Material:
Correspondence.
Subject:
Admirals -- United States.
Propellers.
Subject Strengths:
Military history
Civil War (U.S.)