Charles J Lundgren (New York, Connecticut, 1911 - 1988) "U.S.S. Hartford" Signed lower right. Original oil painting on Masonite. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, David G. Farragut, commander of the USS Hartford, was ordered to capture New Orleans, the South's richest and most populous city. In April 1862, Farragut began his attack on New Orleans. The fierce fighting lasted for days, but the Confederate batteries were eventually silenced and victory went to the Union. Image Size: 25 x 26 in. Overall Framed Size: 32.75 x 34.25 in. Framed behind glass. (B06145)