George Rooke

English naval commander

1650 CE to 1709 CE

Admiral of the Fleet Sir George Rooke (1650 – January 24, 1709) is an English naval commander.

He is known for his service in the wars against France and particularly remembered today for his victory at Vigo Bay and for capturing Gibraltar for the British in 1704.

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