During the Civil War, the north's Anaconda Plan called for strangling the south by capturing southern ports to cut off trade. While attacking Mobile, Alabama, Union Admiral David Farragut was warned that the way ahead was full of mines (then called torpedoes). The admiral replied with an order: "Damn the torpedoes! ____"
Answer Full speed ahead!
The Admiral Farragut's order came in a crucial moment in the battle for Mobile. His determination under fire was crucial for the Union victory there.
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