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 during her battle with and also served aboard .
He was promoted to captain in 1831 and commanded 74-gun ship of the line . 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 , 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