Post-war Service and Last Years
In 1866-68 Boggs commanded the gunboat De Soto. As a Commodore, he had another tour of lighthouse inspection service in 1869-1870, receiving promotion to Rear Admiral during this time.
His final seagoing service was as commander of the European Fleet in 1871. Retired in January 1872, he remained on duty as Secretary of the Light House Board until mid-1873.
Rear Admiral Charles S. Boggs died at New Brunswick, New Jersey, on 22 April 1877. He is buried in the churchyard of Christ Episcopal Church.
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