George Pocock

Sir George Pocock (March 6, 1706 - April 3, 1792), British admiral, son of Thomas Pocock, chaplain in the navy, entered the navy under the protection of his maternal uncle, Captain Streynsham Master (1682-1724), in the Superbe in 1718.

Later Career

In 1762 he was appointed to the command of the naval forces in the combined expedition which took Havana. The siege, which began on June 7, and lasted till August 13, was rendered deadly by the climate. The final victory was largely attributable to the vigorous and intelligent aid which Pocock gave to the troops. His share in the prize money was no less than £122,697. On his return to England Pocock is said to have been disappointed because another officer, Sir Charles Saunders (1713-1775), was chosen in preference to himself as a member of the admiralty board, and to have resigned in consequence. It is certain that he resigned his commission in 1766. His monument is in Westminster Abbey.

Related Topics:
Havana - Siege - June 7 - August 13 - Westminster Abbey

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