Adam Duncan, 1st Viscount Duncan

Military Person

1731 – 1804

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Who was Adam Duncan, 1st Viscount Duncan?

Adam Duncan, 1st Viscount Duncan was a British admiral who defeated the Dutch fleet off Camperdown on 11 October 1797. This victory was considered one of the most significant actions in naval history.

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Born
Jul 1, 1731
Dundee
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Died
Aug 4, 1804
Cornhill-on-Tweed

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on July 23, 2013

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