Robert Alven Richards

Captain (retired) Robert Alven Richards, R.N. (30 July, 1878 – ) served in the Royal Navy.

Life & Career

Born in Barnstaple.

Richards was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on 1 April, 1901.

Richards was promoted to the rank of Commander on 31 December, 1913.

Richards was placed on the Retired List at his own request at the rank of Captain on 30 January, 1925.

Naval Appointments
Preceded by Charles V. L. Norcock	Captain of H.M.S. Britomart 24 Jan, 1918^[1] – Sep, 1919	Succeeded by ?
Preceded by Charles H. Jones	Captain of H.M.S. Clio Sep, 1919 – 6 Jan, 1921	Succeeded by ?