Miguel Grau
Peruvian admiral (1834-1879) · Peru · On the map · Died at 45
Miguel María Grau Seminario was a Peruvian Navy officer and politician renowned for his role in the War of the Pacific. He earned the nickname "Gentleman of the Seas" for his kind and chivalrous treatment of defeated enemies and remains highly respected by both Peruvians and Chileans.
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The Four Aces of the Peruvian Navy. Standing, from left to right, Miguel Grau, Lizardo Montero Flores and Aurelio García y García. Seated: Manuel Ferreyros.
Battle of Iquique
The letter that Grau sent to the widow of Captain Prat is inscribed on a monument in a park in Santiago de Chile.
Bust of Almirante Grau Seminario in Lake Forest Park, Washington, USA
The place where he died on the Huáscar has a tribute plaque from the Chilean Navy.
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Grau is an iconic figure for the Peruvian navy, and one of the most famous naval officers from the Americas. He commanded the Peruvian ironclad Huascar during the War of the Pacific. Known for his skillful naval tactics, Grau repeatedly evaded Chilean pursuers and harassed the Chilean coast.