Richard Egerton

Biography

Richard Egerton was a British military officer who served during a significant period of military history. Born in 1783, he pursued a career in the armed forces during the Napoleonic Wars and the subsequent period of European history. His military service reflected the experiences of officers during one of the most consequential military periods in European history.

Egerton's military career spanned decades of service, during which he would have participated in or witnessed the major military developments of his era. As a military officer, he was part of the professional military establishment that shaped Britain's defense and foreign policy during this transformative period. He maintained his military service until his death in 1854, leaving behind a record of professional military engagement and service to his nation.