... I would here mention that a volunteer crew from the U. S. steamer Kennebec, in charge of Acting-Ensign Ellis, came on board, and manned one of my 32-pounder broadside guns during the engagement with Fort Morgan . Their conduct during the action was gallant, and met with my entire approbation. I regret to say that my first-lieutenant, Mr. Prentiss, lost a leg in the action, and that fears are entertaine...