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Monument erected in St Paul's Cathedral to the memory of Admiral Earl Howe. Frontispiece to the European Magazine, Vol 74.
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| Monument erected in St Paul's Cathedral to the memory of Admiral Earl Howe. Frontispiece to the European Magazine, Vol 74. |
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| © National Maritime Museum, London |
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| Repro ID: PU0107 |
| Description: Admiral Earl Howe earned the dubious nickname 'Black Dick' because he was said never to smile unless a battle was about to begin. Richard Howe was born in 1726, and joined the Navy when he was only 14. He had a long and illustrious career, including commanding the British sea forces during the American War of Independence - while his brother, Sir William Howe, commanded the land forces. |
| Creator: Burney (artist): John Flaxman (sculptor): Samuel Rawle (engraver): F. Asperne (publisher) |
| Date: 1 August 1818 |
| Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London | |
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