Thomas Bligh | |
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Born | 1685 |
Died | 1775 (aged 89–90) |
Buried | |
Allegiance | Great Britain |
Years of service | 1740-1758 |
Battles/wars |
Lieutenant General Thomas Bligh (1685 – 1775) was an Irish-born British soldier, best known for his service during the Seven Years' War when he led a series of amphibious raids, known as "descents" on the French coastline. Despite initial success in these operations, they came to an end following the disastrous Battle of St Cast.[1]
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