Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Edward Russell Biography and Timeline

Follow Edward Russell through 3 dated historical records for England.

Edward Russell, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records
1 of 1Page
1690–1692Years on this page

1690

Battle of Barfleur

Admiral · Barfleur · Warfare / Grand Alliance

Watches 15 French ships sink during Anglo-Dutch victory over the French fleet. Chases the French into the Bay of La Hogue where its 44 ships are defeated. 15 French ships are destroyed at the Bay of La Hogue

Battle of Barfleur

Admiral · Bay of La Hogue · Warfare / Grand Alliance

15 French ships are destroyed at the Bay of La Hogue

1692

Battle of Barfleur

Admiral · Admiral of the Fleet · Barfleur · Warfare / Grand Alliance

Russell commands the larger Anglo-Dutch fleet that fights Tourville off Barfleur.

Role range: 1688-1697

Records, sources and methodology

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