Seymour ExpeditionJune 1900
His relief expedition is blocked before reaching Beijing.
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Edward Hobart Seymour Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Edward Hobart Seymour, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
8 records1900–19054 events4 places
Chronological biography
1900
Seymour Expedition10 June 1900
Attempts to reach the besieged legations by railway.
Seymour Expedition10 June 1900
Lands sailors and marines to protect foreign legations.
Seymour Expedition10 June 1900
Leads an international relief column toward Beijing.
Seymour Expedition10 June 1900
Leads the first relief expedition toward Beijing.
Retreat to Tianjin26 June 1900
Retreats after failing to relieve Beijing.
Capture of Beijing14 August 1900
Allied forces enter Beijing and relieve the legations.
1905
Admiral1905
Appointed Admiral of the Fleet
Titles and roles
Admiral of Fleet · Admiral · British Naval Commander
Record provenance
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