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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 Constitution during her battle with HMS Guerriere and also served aboard Franklin.
He was promoted to captain in 1831 and commanded 74-gun ship of the line North Carolina. 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 Charles W. Morgan, 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
References
External links
Naval Officers of the War of 1812, Department of the Navy, retrieved 2009-04-02
Officers of the Constitution in action with the Guerriere, 19 August 1812, Department of the Navy, retrieved 2009-04-02
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