Captain John Quilliam (1771–1829), RN

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John Quilliam was born at Marown in 1771. He was taken by the press gang, and joined the Royal Navy. He showed great merit, rising through the ranks and coming to the attention of Lord Nelson, who requested he serve aboard his flagship HMS 'Victory'. At the Battle of Trafalgar when the 'Victory'’s steering gear was shot away, Quilliam devised a temporary method of steering the ship. Later, with the prize money which he was awarded following the battle, he returned to the Isle of Man and purchased property. For a number of years he served as a member of the House of Keys.

Manx Museum

Douglas

Title

Captain John Quilliam (1771–1829), RN

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 72 x W 61 cm

Accession number

1979-0162

Work type

Painting

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