It was crucial first step towards liberating the Mississippi.
Also, New Orleans was the bigest city in the South, so it was a big psychological blow to the Confederates, especially as the port was believed to be impregnable.
Old Salamander
It meant that the confederacy could no longer use the river to carry its goods to sea
David Farragut died on August 14, 1870 at the age of 69.
David Hawthorne is number 57 on the New Orleans Saints.
admiral David Farragut captured New Orleans and Mobile.
David G. Farragut
David Hawthorne plays for the New Orleans Saints.
Captain David Farragut
Admiral David Farragut
the union naval leader was David Farragut who captured New Orleans.
David Hawthorne plays Line Back for the New Orleans Saints.
Flag Officer David G. Farragut commanded the Union fleet the captured New Orleans. He was assisted by Flag Officer David Porter. New Orleans surrendered April 28, 1862.