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John Leigh Douglas | |
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Died | 27 November 1810 |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | Royal Navy |
Rank | Admiral |
Commands | HMS Chameleon HMS Terrible HMS Venus HMS Vigilant HMS Irresistible |
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John Leigh Douglas (1741–1810) was a British Royal Navy officer who served with distinction during the American Revolutionary War and the French Revolutionary Wars. His impressive career spanned over three decades, during which he commanded several ships and played a key role in several significant battles.