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Philip Howard Colomb

1831-05-29 – 1899-10-13

Life & Legacy

Vice-Admiral Philip Howard Colomb (29 May 1831 – 13 October 1899). Born in Knockbrex, near Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, he was a Royal Navy officer, historian, critic and inventor. He was the son of General George Thomas Colomb (1787–1874). His younger brother Sir John Colomb was also a soldier and strategist of the Royal Navy.

Occupation & Career

military historian, military officer, inventor

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5611071 — wikidata View source

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