Caldwell, Charles Henry Bromedge, 1823-1877
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Born in Hingham, Mass., on June 11, 1823. Enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1838 and was promoted to midshipman in 1844. Between 1861 and 1862, he assumed command of the USS Itasca of the West Coast Blockading Squadron and was also involved in the capture of New Orleans. Promoted to Commander in July of 1862. Caldwell served on several vessels, including the R.R. Cuyler during the Civil War and was eventually promoted to Captain in 1867. Died in 1877.
From the description of Caldwell plans for night and dead calm signal codes 1865. (The Mariners' Museum Library). WorldCat record id: 42007743
U.S. Naval Officer. Served on several ships during the Civil War.
From the description of Papers, 1864. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 27244632
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- Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) (as recorded)
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- United States (as recorded)
