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Sir John Jervis Biography and Timeline

Follow Sir John Jervis through 1 dated historical records for Great Britain.

Sir John Jervis, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

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1797

Battle of Cape St Vincent

Admiral · Cape St Vincent · Warfare / Revolutionary Wars

Commands the British fleet at Cape St Vincent and praises Nelson's initiative.

Role range: 1792-1799 – 1797-1797

Records, sources and methodology

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