Theodorus Frederik van Capellen
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Vice-admiral Jonkheer Theodorus Frederik van Capellen, GCMWO, KCB (Nijmegen, 6 September 1762 – Brussels, 15 April 1824) was a Dutch naval officer. He was married to Petronella de Lange (1779–1835).[1] Alexine Tinne, female explorer and pioneering photographer, was his granddaughter.
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Jhr. Th. F. van Capellen | |
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Born | (1762-09-06)6 September 1762 Nijmegen, Dutch Republic |
Died | 15 April 1824(1824-04-15) (aged 61) Brussels |
Allegiance | Kingdom of the Netherlands |
Service/ | Royal Netherlands Navy |
Years of service | 1781–1818 |
Rank | Vice-admiral |
Commands held | Delft, Washington, Melampus (ex-RN) |
Battles/wars | Vlieter Incident, Bombardment of Algiers |
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