Memorial: M4293

Gravestone at the Old burial ground, Stornaway commemorating Lieutenant Benjamin Oliver RN d. 1847

Location

Old burial ground, Stornaway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland

Transcript

'In memory of BENJAMIN OLIVER, Commander of H.M. Ship Prince of Wales, who died at Stornaway 17th December 1847 aged 63. A skilfull seaman, a gallant officer, an honest man'

Details

Type: Gravestone
Vessel: HMS Prince of Wales

People

Oliver, Benjamin
Age:
Date of Death: 17/12/1847
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Lieutenant RN
Organisation: Coast Guard

Extra

Notes: HMS 'Prince of Wales', revenue cruiser commanded by Oliver 1817-1847 in RN circa 1805-1811. Sub Lieutenant HMS 'Gallant' 26 April 1809.
Recorder: June Underwood

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