Post-Civil War Service and Death
In June 1865, Goldsborough became the first commander of the European Squadron, formerly the Mediterranean Squadron. In 1868, Goldsborough returned to Washington and took command of the Washington Navy Yard, a position he held until he retired in 1873.
Rear Admiral Louis M. Goldsborough died on February 20, 1877.
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