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Horace Hood

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British First World War admiral killed in action (1870-1916)

Lived 1870 to 1916 · aged 45
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Rear-Admiral Sir Horace Lambert Alexander Hood was a British Royal Navy admiral of the First World War, whose lengthy and distinguished service saw him engaged in operations around the world, frequently participating in land campaigns as part of a shore brigade.

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Distinguished Service Order
Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath
Member of the Royal Victorian Order
Mentioned in Despatches

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Rear-Admiral Sir Horace Lambert Alexander Hood was a British Royal Navy admiral of the First World War, whose lengthy and distinguished service saw him engaged in operations around the world, frequently participating in land campaigns as part of a shore brigade. His early death at the Battle of Jutland in the destruction of his flagship HMS Invincible was met with mourning and accolades from across Britain.

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Lived 1870 to 1916 · aged 45
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