Abner Read
United States Navy officer (1821–1863) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Abner Read (1821–1863) was an officer of the United States Navy who distinguished himself in the American Civil War. He died of injuries sustained while patrolling the Mississippi River, in command of the New London. At the time of his death, he had attained the rank of lieutenant commander.
For United States Navy ships with this name, see USS Abner Read.
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Born | (1821-04-05)April 5, 1821 Urbana, Ohio |
Died | July 7, 1863(1863-07-07) (aged 42) Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
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Years of service | 1839–1855, 1858–1863 |
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Commands held | New London |
Battles/wars | Paraguay expedition American Civil War |
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