Admiral (1813–1891) who helped improve the Navy as the Superintendent of the US Naval Academy after significant service in the American Civil War. Vintage 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Bogardus of New York, signed below the image in black ink, “David D. Porter, Admiral of the Navy.” A single tack hole to each corner tip, a small separation to lower left corner tip, and some light surface rubbing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.