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Robert O’Brien FitzRoy

1839 – 1896

Royal Navy admiral, 1839-1896

Naval officer
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About Robert O’Brien FitzRoy

Lived 1839 – 1896 (aged 57). Robert O’Brien FitzRoy was a British naval officer.

Vice-Admiral Sir Robert O'Brien FitzRoy (2 April 1839 – 7 May 1896) was a Royal Navy officer who served as Commander-in-Chief, Channel Squadron.

Naval career Born the son of Admiral Robert FitzRoy, FitzRoy Junior joined the Royal Navy in 1853. He served in the Second Opium War in 1857 and was promoted to captain in 1872. On 16 April 1886 he was made a Naval Aide-de-Camp to the Queen.

He served as Commander-in-Chief, Channel Squadron from 1894 to 1895 and was appointed KCB shortly before his death in 1896.

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Important facts

Born
2 April 1839
Birth century
19th century
Died
7 May 1896
Occupation
Naval officer
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Awards
Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath; Order of the Bath
Also known as
Vice-Admiral Sir Robert O’Brien FitzRoy, Robert FitzRoy

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert O’Brien FitzRoy?

Royal Navy admiral, 1839-1896

When was Robert O’Brien FitzRoy born?

Robert O’Brien FitzRoy was born on 2 April 1839.

When did Robert O’Brien FitzRoy die?

Robert O’Brien FitzRoy died on 7 May 1896.

What was Robert O’Brien FitzRoy's occupation?

Robert O’Brien FitzRoy was a naval officer.

What nationality was Robert O’Brien FitzRoy?

Robert O’Brien FitzRoy was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert O’Brien FitzRoy

· Wikidata: Q7348093

· DBpedia: Robert O'Brien FitzRoy

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