Memorial: M4787

Memorial sarcophagus in Westminster Abbey, Westminster, London commemorating Vice Admiral John Baker RN d. 1716

Location

Westminster Abbey, Westminster, London, England

Transcript

‘M.S. / To the Memory of JOHN BAKER Esq. Vice Admiral of ye WHITE / Squadron of the British FLEET: Who when he Commanded in the / MEDITERRANEAN / Dyed at Port Mahon the 10th of Novemr 1716. AET 56 / He was a Brave, Judicious And Experienced Officer / A Sincere Friend, And a true Lover of his Country. / Manet post Funera Virtus'

Details

Description: A sarcophagus in relief bearing the inscription, surmounted by a rostral column flanked by antique trophies.
Type: Monument
Position: North aisle wall
Materials: White, blue and black marble
Artists: Francis Bird

People

Baker, John
Age: 56
Date of Death: 10/11/1716
Cause of Death: Unknown
Rank / Occupation: Vice Admiral
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Notes: Buried at Port Mahon in Minorca.

Bibliography: 'Dictionary of National Biography'; K.A. Esdaile 'English Church Monuments' (London, 1946) p. 98.

Recorder: A.J. Richardson 1980

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