Captain Francis Dashwood


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Reference WMO/298161

Address:

Greek Orthodox Church of St Andrew

(Former St Saviour C of E)

St Elfride's Road

Torre

Torquay

TQ2 5SG

England

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Status: On original site
Type: Non freestanding
Location: Internal
Setting: Inside a building - public/private
Description: Board/Plaque/ Tablet
Materials:
  • Metal Metal (any)
Lettering: Unknown
Conflicts:
  • Colonial India
About the memorial: Described as a metal plaque. Further details needed. The first dedication is to Sir Charles Dashwood whose naval service was distinguished but does not qualify as a war memorial as he died in Torquay aged 83. Captain Francis Dashwood died in the battle of Moodkee or Mudki in the First Anglo--Sikh War.
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To the memory of Vice-Admiral Sir Charles Dashwood K.C.B and Knight Grand Cross of the Portuguese Military Order of the Tower and Sword. After serving his country for sixty eight years, being present in the battles of 12th April 1781 and 12th June 1794 under Lords Rooney & Howe and having otherwise repeatedly engaged with the enemy during his active service at sea he died at Torquay September 21st aged 83 years. Most deeply regretted by his widow and family. Also in memory of Francis Dashwood, Captain in the Horse Artillery,3rd son of the above who died of wounds received at the Battle of Moodkee on the Sutlej December 21st 1845 aged 40 years. (exact spacing unknown)

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