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NH 50688 Commander Hunter Davidson, CSN

Photo #: NH 50688 Commander Hunter Davidson, CSN
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Title: Commander Hunter Davidson, CSN
Description: Photographed in civilian dress, probably during or soon after the Civil War. He was promoted to the rank of Commander on 10 June 1864 for gallant and meritorious conduct in command of the torpedo boat Squib in passing through the enemy's fleet off Newport News on the night of April 9, 1864, and attacking the steam frigate Minnesota. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
Catalog #: NH 50688
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