William Henry George Nowell
Captain (retired) William Henry George Nowell, ( – 25 November, 1906) served in the Royal Navy.
Life & Career
Nowell was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on 7 March, 1867.[1]
In early 1875, the Commodore spoke highly of Nowell's command of the survey schooner Sandfly. However, in July some dissatisfaction was expressed, possibly pertaining to neglecting gunnery on board the ship.[2]
In January 1877, he was commended for repairs performed aboard Renard.
On 15 October 1879, Nowell was tried by Court Martial for grounding Foxhound. He was sentenced to be severely reprimanded.[3]
Nowell was promoted to the rank of Commander on 31 December, 1881.[4]
he retired at his own request on 22 February 18[illeg].[5]
Nowell was promoted to the rank of Captain (retired) on 31 December, 1896.[6]
See Also
Bibliography
| Naval Appointments | ||
| Preceded by New Command |
Captain of H.M.S. Foxhound 13 Nov, 1877[7][8] – 25 Mar, 1881[9] |
Succeeded by John M. McQuhae |
Footnotes
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
- ↑ The Navy List. (October, 1878). p. 213.
- ↑ Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
