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Yankee Admiral: A Biography of David Dixon Porter (Heroes and Villains from American History) Kindle Edition

by Noel B. Gerson (Author), Paul Lewis (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 61 ratings
An engrossing biography of a Civil War naval hero. Ideal reading for those who have enjoyed the books of William C. Davis, Bruce Catton and Craig L. Symonds.

David Dixon Porter was the father of the modern United States Navy.

He was son of the distinguished naval leader, Commodore Porter, and his adoptive brother was the famous Union Admiral, David G. Farragut. Yet, it was not through nepotism that David Dixon Porter was able to rise to the top of the US Navy.

His seamanship abilities first became apparent during the Mexican-American War when he planned and participated in the assault on Vera Cruz.

The outbreak of the American Civil War allowed Porter to further demonstrate his brilliance as a naval strategist. Utilising massed firepower he neutralized Confederate forts in the Mississippi River delta and his strategies proved particularly effective during the battle of New Orleans and the siege of Vicksburg.

During the course of over sixty years in naval service Porter never stopped looking for ways to innovate. Some of his most influential inventions include a new form of mobile torpedo, a floating battery with armor plating and underwater explosives, and a steel bowsprit that could be attached to a wooden steamer to convert it into a ram. Even after the war ended Porter continued to reform the navy, becoming Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy and implementing changes that are still influential to this day.

Noel B. Gerson’s book, Yankee Admiral, uncovers the remarkable life of this naval innovator who is often overshadowed by Admirals Farragut and Dewey, but who undoubtedly deserves admiration as one of America’s most influential and courageous sailors.

“Porter is as great an admiral as Horatio Nelson.” Ulysses S. Grant
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08RZ2RVZB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sapere Books
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 4, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.7 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 196 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1800550988
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  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Heroes and Villains from American History
  • Customer Reviews:
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  • Gman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yankee Admiral: A Biography of David Dixon Porter
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023
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    David Dixon Porter was a very interesting person in American history. He was known by Rear Admiral David Farragut and General Sherman. Admiral Porter fought in the Civil War the war between the north and south here in America. He was instrumental in the taking of New Orleans, Vicksburg, and Mobile, which gave the north control of the main river through the center of the country. He was a great man, and he was instrumental in making the Navy into a fighting force to be reckoned with. He also combined forces the Marines, the Navy. In the Army to meet the needs of his battle plan.
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  • Bradford Stone
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very well-written book about a great American hero and a pioneer in naval wafare.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2022
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    The book engages the reader with real insight into the personality and brilliance of this dynamic leader. People from all walks of life - regardless of whether they are naval history buffs or not - will be captivated by the life of Admiral David Dixon Porter.
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  • Ron Baumer
    5.0 out of 5 stars An Inspirational Book about a true hero
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021
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    An amazing and captivating read! The author does an outstanding job of telling the life story of one of America’s greatest naval heroes! I literally could not put this one down! The story is compelling and kept my attention. A must read for the fans of history!
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  • MacK
    3.0 out of 5 stars Too much a hagiography
    Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2021
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    Unfortunately, this book is just one long protracted hagiography of Porter, and disappointing for that reason. It’s lacks depth and real analysis.
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  • maclaugh
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fighting the Naval War during the American Civil War
    Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2021
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    Certainly an important Naval officer from a distinguished Naval family, this volume offers a clear history of the Porters and their effect on American Seapower.
    A good easy history which is a greatly entertaining tale.
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