Memorial: M5815

Wall tablet in St Peter’s Church, Shorwell, Isle of Wight, dedicated to Captain Richard Bennet RN d. 1818

Location

St Peter's Church, Shorwell, Isle of Wight, England

Transcript

'SACRED / TO the Memory / of / RICHD H A BENNET Esqr / Captain of HM Royal Navy / OF / NORTH COURT /... / From his earliest Youth, he served his Country / with the Zeal & Distinction / worthy a British Officer / A long and painful illness, which he bore with / the most Christian Patience & Resignation / terminated his earthly Career / on the 11th October 1818. / In the 48th Year / of his Age.'

Details

Description: Circular
Type: Wall tablet
Position: Interior
Materials: Marble

People

Bennet, Richard
Age: 48
Date of Death: 11/10/1818
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Captain RN
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

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