Forgotten Hero: Massachusetts Navy veteran gets military funeral more than a century after his death
The Darien Expedition, led by Rear Adm. Joseph Eaton in 1870, sought to chart a vital route through Panama’s Isthmus of Darien. This audacious exploration aimed to assess the potential for constructing a canal or railroad connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Eaton’s pivotal role in this scientific endeavor showcased his multifaceted career as both a naval officer and an explorer.
