David Porter

officer in the United States Navy (1780–1843)

† 1843-03-03 · Authors · Writer; cross-wiki notability: present on 10 language Wikipedias

License & source

Public domain · Wikidata

Life

David Porter was born on February 1, 1780 in Boston and died on March 3, 1843 in Beyoğlu, aged 63. Recorded occupations: diplomat, dancer, writer, naval officer and sea captain. Country of citizenship: United States. Positions held include ambassador.

At a glance

Born: February 1, 1780 · Boston
Died: March 3, 1843 · Beyoğlu
Age at death: 63
Citizenship: United States
Occupations: diplomat, dancer, writer, naval officer, sea captain
Positions held: ambassador
Wikipedia editions: 10 languages
Signature licence: Public domain

About this signature

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Biographical facts: Wikidata Q558188 (CC0), retrieved 2026-10-13. Read more about David Porter on Wikipedia.

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