Sir Thomas Byard | |
|---|---|
| Born | baptised 25 September 1743 Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire |
| Died | 30 October 1798 At sea aboard HMS Foudroyant |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service |  Royal Navy |
| Rank | Captain |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Knight Bachelor |
Captain Sir Thomas Byard (bapt. 25 September 1743 – 30 October 1798) was an officer of the British Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary Wars. He is best known for his service in two significant battles, fighting at the Battle of Camperdown in 1797 and the Battle of Tory Island in 1798. In these engagements Byard was highly praised for his conduct and he contributed materially to both victories. He was also knighted in 1789 for his service to King George III, personally steering the King's barque at the fleet review at Portsmouth in that year.