James Eaton | |
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| Born | 1783 London |
| Died | c.1856 (aged 72–73) Hill House, West Bromwich |
| Buried | All Saints Church, Charlemont |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
| Service | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1799 – 1842 |
| Rank | Commander |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Naval General Service Medal with two clasps |
James Eaton (1783–1856/1857) was an officer of the Royal Navy. He served aboard HMS Temeraire at the Battle of Trafalgar; as signal midshipman, he was the first person to pass on Nelson's famous signal to the fleet; "England expects that every man will do his duty".