David McDermut
David A. McDermut (about 1820 – April 18, 1863) was an officer in the Union Navy during the American Civil War. A native of New York, McDermut was appointed midshipman on November 8, 1841, and attained the rank of lieutenant commander on July 16, 1862. During the Civil War, he served in "Potomac" and "Marion" before assuming command of "Cayuga" on December 2, 1862. He commanded "Cayuga" until April 18, 1863, when he was killed in action against Confederate forces near Sabine Pass. Namesakes. Two ships have been named USS "McDermut" for him.