COMMANDER // 1769–1797
Hugh Pigot
captainGreat Britain1 battle1 war
Lifespan
1769 – 1797
Active service 1797 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 28.
Profile
Captain Hugh Pigot was a Royal Navy officer. Through his connections and their patronage, he was able to rise to the rank of captain, despite poor leadership skills and a reputation for brutality. Historian William James stated that "he has been described to us by those who knew him well, as one of the most cruel and oppressive captains belonging to the British navy."
Battles (1)
1797
Battle of Jean-RabelWar of the First Coalition · Great Britain