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Memorial: M2254

Memorial in the Dutch Cemetery, Galle, Sri Lanka commemorating George Burleigh d. 1826

Location

Dutch Cemetery, Galle, Sri Lanka, Rest of the World

Transcript

'Sacred to the memory of George BURLEIGH ESQ. Died April 8th 1826 Aged 55 years'

Details

Vessel: HMS Brunswick

Event

Battle of the Glorious First of June 1794

Event Category

1793-1802 French Revolutionary War

People

Burleigh, George
Age: 55
Date of Death: 8/4/1826
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation:
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Notes: Served on HMS 'Brunswick', Battle of the Glorious First of June 1794.
Recorder: C. Flintham

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