George Aylmer
Irish officer of the Royal Navy
About George Aylmer
George Aylmer was an Irish.
George Aylmer was an Irish officer of the Royal Navy during the seventeenth century.
Aylmer was born in Ireland, the son of Sir Christopher Aylmer, 1st Baronet of County Meath. His father and mother were part of the Old English community. He was the younger brother of Matthew Aylmer, 1st Baron Aylmer, who went on to become an admiral.
During the Nine Years' War, Aylmer was appointed to command the 50-gun ship of the line . He was killed in action against the French during the Battle of Bantry Bay on 11 May 1689.
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Who was George Aylmer?
Irish officer of the Royal Navy
When did George Aylmer die?
George Aylmer died in 1689.
What nationality was George Aylmer?
George Aylmer was Irish.
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