Memorial: M522

Wall tablet in Bristol Cathedral, England commemorating Rear-Admiral George Gregory, RN d. 1814.

Location

Bristol Cathedral, Bristol, England

Transcript

'In memory of GEORGE GREGORY, Esq. / Rear Admiral of the Red Squadron of His Majesty's Fleet, / who in numerous Engagements with the Enemies / of his Country / but especially on the 11th October 1797. / nobly sustained the Honor of her Flag. / This TABLET, / which seeks rather to commemorate his private worth, is / erected by his affectionate and grateful Niece MARY LOWE / Obt. 17 Jan 1814.'

Details

Type: Wall tablet
Position: North chancel
Vessel: HMS Veteran

Event

Battle of Camperdown

Event Date

1797

Event Category

1793-1802 French Revolutionary War

People

Gregory, George
Age: Unknown
Date of Death: 17/1/1814
Cause of Death: Unknown
Rank / Occupation: Rear Admiral of the Red
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Recorder: B. Tomlinson
Photographer: B. Tomlinson

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