Sir Edward Hamilton, 1st Baronet
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Admiral Sir Edward Joseph Hamilton, 1st Baronet KCB (22 March 1772 – 21 March 1851) was an officer of the Royal Navy, who saw service during French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, eventually rising to the rank of admiral.
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Sir Edward Hamilton | |
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Born | 22 March 1772 |
Died | 21 March 1851 17 Cumberland Terrace, Regent's Park, London |
Allegiance | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
Service/ | Royal Navy |
Years of service | 1777 – 1851 |
Rank | Admiral |
Commands held | HMS Comet HMS Surprise |
Battles/wars | Battle of the Hyères Islands Cutting-out of HMS Hermione |
Awards | KCB |
Relations | Sir John Hamilton (father) Sir Charles Hamilton (brother) |
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