Clement Greatorex
| Clement Greatorex | |
|---|---|
| Born | 7 January 1869 |
| Died | 21 March 1937 |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service/branch | Royal Navy |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held |
HMS Eclipse HMS Natal Shetlands |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards |
Companion of the Order of the Bath Member of the Royal Victorian Order |
Admiral Clement Greatorex CB MVO (7 January 1869 – 21 March 1937) was a Royal Navy officer.
Naval career
Promoted to captain on on 31 December 1905,[1] Greatorex was given command of the protected cruiser HMS Eclipse in January 1906 and the armoured cruiser HMS Natal in June 1911 before becoming Flag Officer, Shetlands in October 1917 during the First World War.[2]
References
- ↑ The London Gazette: no. 27870. p. 25. 2 January 1906. Retrieved 26 November 2016.
- ↑ Supplement to the Monthly Navy List November 1918, p. 3
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