HARDY THOMAS MASTERMAN: (1769-1839)
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HARDY THOMAS MASTERMAN: (1769-1839) English Vice-Admiral who served as flag captain to Admiral Lord Nelson, and commanded HMS Victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in October 1805 during the Napoleonic Wars. As he lay dying, Nelson directed his famous remark, 'Kiss me, Hardy', to Hardy. A.L.S., T. M. Hardy, two pages, 8vo, Admiralty, 27th March 1832, to Commander Goold. Hardy states that he has been favoured with his correspondent's letter and continues 'I have already mentioned your name to Sir James Graham, and I shall have great pleasure, in again reminding him of your wishes. I wish that I had it in my power to do more'. Some very light, minor age wear, VG Hugh Goold (1786-1866) British Royal Navy officer who was promoted to the rank of Commander on 22nd July 1830. Sir James Graham (1792-1861) British statesman who served as First Lord of the Admiralty 1830-34, 1852-55.
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HARDY THOMAS MASTERMAN: (1769-1839)
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