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COMMANDER // 1802–1884

Charles Bethune

admiralUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland1 battle1 war

Lifespan

1802 – 1884

182518501875First Opium War · 1839-1842Capture of Chusan — July 6, 1840 · United Kingdom · First Opium War

Active service 1840 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 38.

Profile

Admiral Charles Ramsay Drinkwater Bethune CB was a British officer of the Royal Navy. He rose to the rank of Admiral during his career.

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Battles (1)

Last verified June 2026
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