On the 8th the island was surrendered to Captain Foote and General Pope, including the garrison of 5,000 men.
Captain Foote's next move was to Fort Pillow.

All this time he was suffering so severely from the wound in his foot that it affected his spirits, usually buoyant and hopeful.

Another disturbing cause was the continual interference of General Halleck, who prevented several movements that Foote knew must have resulted in important successes.
His health continued to decline till finally the day came when he was compelled to ask for a leave of absence.

He went to his brother's home in Cleveland, where his condition caused great solicitude throughout the country.

Afflictions crowded upon him.