COMMANDER // 1834–1879
Miguel Grau
admiralPeru3 battles2 wars
Lifespan
1834 – 1879
Active service 1866–1879 — 3 battles across 2 wars; first command at age 32.
Profile
Miguel María Grau Seminario was a Peruvian Navy officer and politician renowned for his role in the War of the Pacific. He earned the nickname "Gentleman of the Seas" for his kind and chivalrous treatment of defeated enemies and remains highly respected by both Peruvians and Chileans. Grau is an iconic figure for the Peruvian navy, and one of the most famous naval officers from the Americas. He commanded the Peruvian ironclad Huascar during the War of the Pacific. Known for his skillful naval tactics, Grau repeatedly evaded Chilean pursuers and harassed the Chilean coast.
Battles (3)
1866
1879
1879