Battle Person Detail

Rhind, Alexander C.

Bio:
Rhind had entered the U.S. Navy in 1838, and served in the Mexican War. He commanded forces on board the Crusader (1861), the Seneca (1862), the Keokuk (1862-63), Paul Jones (1863), and Wabash (1863). In 1862, he received his commission as a lieutenant commander. He commanded forces in attacks on Fort Wagner and Charleston in 1863.
Rank:
Lieutenant
Narrative Link:
http://www.history.navy.mil/photos/sh-usn/usnsh-a/agawam.htm