USS Monitor Legacy Program: Rear Admiral David Dixon Porter
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⚓USS Monitor Legacy Program: Rear Admiral David Dixon Porter
Dive into the extraordinary life of Rear Admiral David Dixon Porter, son of famed War of 1812 naval hero Commodore David Dixon Porter. Following in the wake of his distinguished father, the younger Porter began his seafaring career at just 10 years old. After a brief period serving alongside his father in the Mexican Navy, he officially joined the U.S. Navy in 1829, launching a remarkable career that would leave a lasting mark on naval history.
Join John Quarstein for an engaging lecture that brings Porter’s expansive naval service to life from his early adventures to his pivotal roles in American maritime history.
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📍 Location: The Mariners’ Museum and Park
100 Museum Dr, Newport News, VA 23606 -
📅 Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
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🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Set sail into history and uncover the story behind one of the Navy’s most influential leaders!
Fees
Free for Museum Members, $1 for guests.
Location
The Mariners' Museum and Park 100 Museum Dr, Newport News, VA 23606
Latitude and Longitude 37.054475, -76.488675
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