About George King
Lived 1809 – 1891 (aged 82). George King was a naval officer.
Early life
King was born on 15 July 1809 at Stonehouse, Devon, the second son of Vice-Admiral Sir Richard King and Sarah Anne née Duckworth. He pursued studies at Royal Naval College, Portsmouth. Promoted to captain in 1841, he commanded HMS Leander in the Black Sea during the Crimean War. King died at his home Wear House in Exeter, Devon, on 18 August 1891 aged 82.
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Who was George King?
British Royal Navy officer (1809-1891)
When was George King born?
George King was born on 15 July 1809.
When did George King die?
George King died on 18 August 1891.
What was George King's occupation?
George King was a naval officer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George King (Royal Navy officer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George King. https://biography.guide/george-king-naval-officer/
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