William Henry George Nowell

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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]

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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

  1. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  2. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  3. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  4. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  5. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  6. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  7. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.
  8. The Navy List. (October, 1878). p. 213.
  9. Nowell Service Record. The National Archives. ADM 196/37/333. f. 971.