Elie A. F. La Vallette

Elie A. F. La Vallette

Elie Augustus Frederick La Vallette (3 May 1790 – 18 November 1862) was one of the first rear admirals appointed in the United States Navy when President Abraham Lincoln created the rank in July 1862.

Born in Alexandria, Virginia, at age 10 La Vallette accompanied his father, a chaplain, on a cruise in "Philadelphia", commanded by Stephen Decatur, Sr.. After merchant marine service, be entered the Navy during the War of 1812. As acting lieutenant in "Saratoga" during the Battle of Lake Champlain, 11 September, 1814, he distinguished himself, winning promotion and a medal.

He commanded "Congress" during the Mexican-American War, directing operations against Guaymas and Urias 19 to 20 November 1847. In the 1850’s he commanded the African, and then the Mediterranean Squadrons.

Four months after his appointment as rear admiral, he died in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Namesakes and honors

Two ships have been named USS "La Vallette" for him.

The Borough of Lavallette, New Jersey was named in his honor and was co-founded by his son Albert T. Lavallette. [ [http://www.lavallette.com/about.cfm Brief history on Lavallette] , Borough of Lavalette. Accessed July 19, 2007. "Lavallette was co-founded in 1888 by Albert T. Lavallette and named after his father, the famous Admiral Elie A.F. Lavallette."]

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