Algernon Heneage
Sir Algernon Heneage | |
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"Pompo". Caricature by Spy published in Vanity Fair in 1901. | |
| Born | 19 March 1833 |
| Died | 10 June 1915 (aged 82) |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands | HMS Falcon HMS Rodney HMS Warrior Pacific Station Nore Command |
| Awards | Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath |
Admiral Sir Algernon Charles Fieschi Heneage GCB (19 March 1833 – 10 June 1915) was a Royal Navy officer who went on to be Commander-in-Chief, The Nore. Dubbed "Pompo", he was known for his immaculate dress and his white-glove inspections of the ships under his command.