Richard Haddock
Admiral Sir Richard Haddock (c. 1629 – 26 January 1715 Old Style) was an officer of the Royal Navy. He served during the Anglo-Dutch Wars, eventually rising to the rank of Admiral in August 1690. In Herge's Adventures of Tintin, Richard Haddock was one of the inspirations for Captain Haddock's 17th century ancestor, Sir Francis Haddock.
Sir Richard Haddock | |
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| Born | Born 1629 Leigh-on-Sea |
| Died | 26 January 1714 (aged 84 or 85) London |
| Allegiance | |
| Service/ | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | – 1714 |
| Rank | Admiral |
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| Battles/wars | |
| Awards | Knighthood |
| Relations | Nicholas Haddock (son) |
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