Charles Philip Yorke: Fourth Earl of Hardwicke, Vice Admiral Royal Navy

This book, titled ""Charles Philip Yorke: Fourth Earl of Hardwicke, Vice Admiral Royal Navy"" and written by Lady Biddulph of Ledbury, provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of Charles Philip Yorke, who served as a Vice Admiral in the Royal Navy and was the fourth Earl of Hardwicke. The book covers Yorke's early life and education, his naval career, and his time as a member of the House of Lords. Through detailed research and analysis of primary sources, Lady Biddulph of Ledbury paints a vivid picture of Yorke's accomplishments and challenges, including his service in the Mediterranean during the Napoleonic Wars, his role in the suppression of the slave trade, and his efforts to improve the conditions of seamen in the Royal Navy. The book also delves into Yorke's personal life, including his marriage to Lady Elizabeth Leveson-Gower and his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, such as Lord Nelson and William Pitt the Younger. Overall, ""Charles Philip Yorke: Fourth Earl of Hardwicke, Vice Admiral Royal Navy"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a distinguished naval officer and member of the British aristocracy during a pivotal period in British history.A Memoir By His Daughter.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.