John L. Davis
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John Lee Davis (September 3, 1825 – March 12, 1889) was a Rear Admiral of the United States Navy, who served during the American Civil War, and later commanded the Asiatic Squadron.
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John Lee Davis | |
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Born | (1825-09-03)September 3, 1825 Carlisle, Indiana, U.S. |
Died | March 12, 1889(1889-03-12) (aged 63) Washington D.C., U.S. |
Place of burial | Rock Creek Cemetery Washington D.C., U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1841–1886 |
Rank | Rear Admiral |
Commands held | Wissahickon Montauk Sassacus Asiatic Squadron |
Battles/wars | American Civil War • Battle of the Head of Passes • Second Battle of Fort Sumter • First Battle of Fort Fisher • Second Battle of Fort Fisher |
Relations | John Wesley Davis (father) |
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