...was in the actions with Fort McRea; with the rebel vessels at the head of the passes of the Mississippi; in passing Forts Jackson and St. Philip; the Chalmettes; twice before Vicksburgh batteries; at Port Hudson ; was captain of a gun in the naval nine-inch gun battery at the siege of Port Hudson; and present at the surrender of New-Orleans. 9. Thomas Hayes (Coxswain) is recommended for coolness and good ...