About John Bowker
Lived 1770 – 1847 (aged 76). John Bowker was a British naval officer.
Rear-Admiral Captain John Bowker was a British Naval officer and Governor of Newfoundland from 24 February 1818 to 19 July 1818. As a senior officer under Francis Pickmore, Bowker was appointed Governor following his death. Bowker was officially sworn in on 4 March 1818. On 3 August 1785, Bowker joined the Royal Navy.
Bowker was the Flag-Captain aboard the HMS Sir Francis Drake.
On 31 July 1844, he was made Captain of Greenwich Hospital.
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Who was John Bowker?
British Royal Navy officer, captain in 1811 (1770-?)
When was John Bowker born?
John Bowker was born on 1 December 1770.
When did John Bowker die?
John Bowker died on 11 August 1847.
What was John Bowker's occupation?
John Bowker was a naval officer.
What nationality was John Bowker?
John Bowker was British.
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· DBpedia: John Bowker (governor)
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