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Admiral Farragut's Preoccupation

The intrepid Admiral David Farragut during the Battle of Mobile Bay, Urged his hapless seamen to battle with these immortal words that day: "DAMN THE TORPODEOS - FULL SPEED AHEAD!" Easy for you to say, Admiral! (Who was safely ensconced in the 'head'!

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Panagiota Romios

Date: 11/19/2020 8:14:00 AM

Excellent and displays your historical knowledge. Pangie xx

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 11/19/2020 9:15:00 AM

Thank you Pangie. I used considerable poetic license re the admiral caught with his britches down in the "head" during the battle but though it would make a nice rhyme - ha.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/18/2020 6:49:00 PM

I did not know the story behind this well known quote. This poem enlightened and amused me.

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 11/19/2020 9:18:00 AM

We both learned a bit of history as a result of this write, Caren! Thanks for commenting - Bob H

Gershon Wolf

Date: 11/18/2020 5:25:00 PM

Bravery unmatched, eh?! Perhaps he was named FarraGUT, because he didn't even have two (guts). ~ Gershon

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 11/18/2020 5:34:00 PM

Always enjoy your witty comments, Gershon. Also, he didn't have the "guts" to be on deck leading his troops! Thanks as always Gershon - Bob