2004-09
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/31/2004
KAUTZ, Albert (1839-1907) During the Civil War he was taken prisoner off Cape Hatteras 25 June 1861, and was paroled by Confederate President Jefferson Davis along with Lieutenant John L. Worden and another officer; they subsequently became first officers exchanged in the Civil War. Then served on staff of Rear Admiral Farragut on lower Mississippi River, commanding the first division of guns against Confederate Forts Jackson and St Philip, the Chalmette batteries, and the capture of New Orleans. He personally hauled down Lone Star flag from city hall (which Mayor Munroe refused to strike), and hoisted Stars and Stripes on the customs house. He was on the USS Hartford during the engagements with the Vicksburg batteries, June and July 1862. He later served on various stations and duties and was in command at Apia, Samoa, March to April 1899, during the troubles with native chiefs, and was commended for conduct on that occasion. Cabinet Card Signed “Albert Kautz Rear Admiral U.S.N.”...plus; Autograph Letter Signed, “Albert Kautz Rear Admiral U.S.N. Commander-in Chief U.S. Navaly Force Pacific Station”, 1p. October 30, 1899” replying to an autograph request. Both mounted else VG.
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