Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

William Bligh Biography and Timeline

Follow William Bligh through 3 dated historical records for Great Britain.

William Bligh, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records
1 of 1Page
1787–1789Years on this page

1787

Mutiny of Bounty

Lieutenant · Deptford · Warfare / Military

The HMS Bounty sets sail from Deptford

Rebellion of Rebels in Deptford

Lieutenant · Deptford · Warfare / Military

The HMS Bounty sets sail from Deptford

1789

Mutiny of Bounty

Captain of Bounty · Warfare / Military

The Admiralty orders a frigate to arrest the crew who had cast Captain Bligh adrift

Records, sources and methodology

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