William Bentinck (Royal Navy officer)
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Vice-Admiral William Bentinck FRS (17 June 1764 – 21 February 1813) was a Royal Navy officer and colonial administrator who served as the governor of Saint Vincent from 1798 to 1802. During his long career in the navy, he eventually rose to the rank of Vice-Admiral of the Blue.
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William Bentinck | |
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Governor of Saint Vincent | |
In office 1798–1802 | |
Monarch | George III |
Preceded by | James Seton |
Succeeded by | Henry William Bentinck |
Personal details | |
Born | (1764-06-17)17 June 1764 |
Died | 21 February 1813(1813-02-21) (aged 48) Saint Petersburg, Russia |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Britain |
Branch/service | Royal Navy |
Years of service | 1783–1813 |
Rank | Vice-Admiral of the Blue |
Commands | HMS Assistance HMS Adamant HMS Phaeton HMS Tremendous |
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