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Vice-Admiral John Byron


portrait of Vice-Admiral John Byron

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(b. Nov. 8, 1723, United Kingdom – d. April 10, 1786, Bolton Row, London )

Gender: M

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Also known as:

  • Foul-Weather Jack

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