Thomas Bligh

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.

For his father, the Irish politician, see Thomas Bligh (1654–1710). For the Anglo-Irish Whig politician, see Thomas Cherburgh Bligh.
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