William Carnegie, 7th Earl of Northesk

1758–1831 (age 73)

Biography

William Carnegie, 7th Earl of Northesk, bore himself with honour in the service of his country at sea, his courage shining most brightly during the decisive actions of the Napoleonic wars.

At St. Paul’s Cathedral, the silence of the vaults offers a solemn salute to the admiral whose steadfast leadership brought calm amid the turbulence of battle.

Also buried at St. Paul's Cathedral

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St. Paul's Cathedral
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St. Paul's Cathedral
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St. Paul's Cathedral
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William Hale
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St. Paul's Cathedral
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George Duff
1764–1805 (age 41)
St. Paul's Cathedral
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William Burvill Holmes
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St. Paul's Cathedral