Melancton Smith (1810–1893)
Melancton Smith | |
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| Born | May 24, 1810 New York City, New York |
| Died | July 19, 1893 (aged 83) Green Bay, Wisconsin |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch | United States Navy Union Navy |
| Years of service | 1826–1871 |
| Rank | Rear admiral |
| Commands | USS Massachusetts USS Wabash |
| Battles / wars | Seminole Wars American Civil War |
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Melancton Smith (May 24, 1810 – July 19, 1893) was a United States Navy officer who served during the Seminole Wars and the American Civil War.