This man was court-martialed after criticizing Gideon Welles.
This captain led the 1830's "United States Exploring Expedition" that encircled the globe, although he was court-martialed for his excessive punishment of sailors, a trait which Wiki claims helped inspire the character of Captain Ahab. This man was court-martialed after criticizing Gideon Welles. He became notorious for ordering the steam frigate San Jacinto to stop a British ship in 1861. For 10 points, name this captain who intercepted the Trent and captured two Confederate commissioners.
This captain led the 1830's "United States Exploring Expedition" that encircled the globe, although he was court-martialed for his excessive punishment of sailors, a trait which Wiki claims helped inspire the character of Captain Ahab.
Charles Wilkes