About William Gore Jones
Lived 1826 – 1888 (aged 62). William Gore Jones was a naval officer.
Admiral William Gore Jones (12 March 1826 – 28 May 1888) was a Royal Navy officer who served as Commander-in-Chief, East Indies Station.
Naval career Jones became a lieutenant in 1848. For his service in the Black Sea during the Crimean War, he given the Légion d'honneur, 5th class and the Order of the Medjidie, 5th class. Promoted to captain in 1861, he took command of HMS Princess Royal, Flagship of Sir George King, in 1864.
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Who was William Gore Jones?
Royal Navy admiral (1826-1888)
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William Gore Jones was born on 12 March 1826.
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William Gore Jones died on 28 May 1888.
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William Gore Jones was a naval officer.
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