Memorial: M1936

Ledger in St Bartholomew’s Church, Corsham commemorating Captain Richard Collins RN d. 1780

Location

St Bartholomew's Church, Corsham, Wiltshire, England

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of / RICHARD COLLINS Esq / Cap in his Majesty's / Navy / (who departed this life / June 24th 1780 age Forty Seven Years)'

Details

Type: Ledger
Position: Nave north aisle
Materials: White marble

People

Collins, Richard
Age: 47
Date of Death: 24/6/1780
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Captain RN
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Notes: Very worn.

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