About Charles W. Morgan
Lived 1790 – 1853 (aged 62–63). Charles W. Morgan was a military officer.
Commodore Charles W. Morgan (c. 1790 – January 5, 1853) was an officer in the United States Navy during the War of 1812.
Biography Born in Virginia, Morgan served during the War of 1812 as a lieutenant on during her battle with and also served aboard .
He was promoted to captain in 1831 and commanded 74-gun ship of the line . He also served as the commodore of the Mediterranean Squadron.
He should not be confused with Charles Waln Morgan (1796–1861), the original owner of the whaling ship , which is preserved by Mystic Seaport in Stonington, Connecticut.
Death Morgan died in Washington, D.C., in 1853. He was survived by his wife, Julia.
Dates of rank Midshipman - 1 January 1808 Lieutenant - 3 March 1813 Master Commandant - 15 April 1820 Captain - 21 February 1831
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American Navy officer
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Charles W. Morgan was born in 1790.
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Charles W. Morgan died in 1853.
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Charles W. Morgan was a military officer.
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