During the American Civil War, in April 1862, Union Flag Officer David Farragut, who was in command of the West Gulf Blockading Squadron, took control of which vital port of the South?
- Tampa
- New Orleans
- Mobile
- Charleston
Answer
The correct answer is B) New Orleans.
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