Charles Middleton
Admiral and politician, 1st Baron Barham
Born
October 14th, 1726
298 years ago
Died
June 17th, 1813
212 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in Scotland in 1726, served in the Royal Navy and rose to the rank of Admiral. Held the position of First Lord of the Admiralty from 1805 to 1806. Engaged in naval operations during the French Revolutionary Wars and the Napoleonic Wars. Contributed to naval administration and policy development.
Served as First Lord of the Admiralty
Participated in the French Revolutionary Wars
Contributed to British naval strategy during the Napoleonic Wars
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