Edward Whitaker

Sir Edward Whitaker (1660 – 20 November 1735) was an officer of the Royal Navy. He served during the War of the Spanish Succession and is known for his role in the Capture of Gibraltar and the Battle of Málaga in 1704.

For the Union Army officer and Medal of Honor recipient, see Edward W. Whitaker.

Sir Edward Whitaker
Born1660
Died20 November 1735
Carshalton, Surrey
Buried
Carshalton, Surrey
AllegianceKingdom of Great Britain
Service/branchRoyal Navy
Years of service– 1735
RankAdmiral
Commands heldHMS Dover
HMS Royal Sovereign
HMS Elizabeth
HMS Monck
HMS St Andrew
HMS Victory
HMS Portland
HMS Ranelagh
HMS Restoration
HMS Dorsetshire
Battles/wars
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