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Antoine Pierre de Clavel

1734 – 1797

French Navy officer of the 18th century

Officer of the French Navy
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About Antoine Pierre de Clavel

Lived 1734 – 1797 (aged 62–63). Antoine Pierre de Clavel was a French officer of the French Navy.

Antoine Pierre de Clavel (1734 in Toulon – 1797) was a French Navy officer. He served in the War of American Independence.

Biography Clavel was born to the family of a Navy captain. He joined the Navy as a Garde-Marine on 6 July 1750, and had a brother also serving in the Navy.

He was promoted to Lieutenant on 1 May 1763, and to Captain on 4 April 1777.

He commanded Scipion at the Battle of the Chesapeake on 5 September 1781, and at the Battle of the Saintes on 12 April 1782.

He retired on 21 November 1785.

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Important facts

Born
1734, Toulon
Birth century
18th century
Died
1797
Occupation
Officer of the French Navy
Nationality
France

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Antoine Pierre de Clavel?

French Navy officer of the 18th century

When was Antoine Pierre de Clavel born?

Antoine Pierre de Clavel was born in 1734 in Toulon.

When did Antoine Pierre de Clavel die?

Antoine Pierre de Clavel died in 1797.

What was Antoine Pierre de Clavel's occupation?

Antoine Pierre de Clavel was an officer of the French Navy.

What nationality was Antoine Pierre de Clavel?

Antoine Pierre de Clavel was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Antoine Pierre de Clavel

· Wikidata: Q93502354

· DBpedia: Antoine Pierre de Clavel

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