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General Sir Edward Nicolls, KCB (1779 – 5 February 1865) was an Irish officer of the Royal Marines. Known as "Fighting Nicolls", he had a distinguished career, was involved in numerous actions, and often received serious wounds. For his service, he received medals and honours, reaching the rank of General. Described as an "impatient and blustering Irishman" by an anonymous detractor, Nicolls was admired for his courage. A similar assessment was made by Lord Bathurst. He has been described by one historian of the Royal Marines as 'possibly the most distinguished officer the corps ever had.' Contemporary records and historians down to the 21st century often render the spelling of his name as "Edward Nicholls."

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  • General Sir Edward Nicolls, KCB (1779 – 5 February 1865) was an Irish officer of the Royal Marines. Known as "Fighting Nicolls", he had a distinguished career, was involved in numerous actions, and often received serious wounds. For his service, he received medals and honours, reaching the rank of General. Described as an "impatient and blustering Irishman" by an anonymous detractor, Nicolls was admired for his courage. A similar assessment was made by Lord Bathurst. He has been described by one historian of the Royal Marines as 'possibly the most distinguished officer the corps ever had.' Contemporary records and historians down to the 21st century often render the spelling of his name as "Edward Nicholls."
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  • 1795(xsd:integer)
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  • 1779(xsd:integer)
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  • Commandant of Ascension Island
  • Crown Forces in Florida July 1814–June 1815
  • Superintendent of Fernando Po
  • various HM Ships' detachments of Royal Marines
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  • Edward Nicolls
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  • 1865-02-05(xsd:date)
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  • General Sir Edward Nicolls, KCB (1779 – 5 February 1865) was an Irish officer of the Royal Marines. Known as "Fighting Nicolls", he had a distinguished career, was involved in numerous actions, and often received serious wounds. For his service, he received medals and honours, reaching the rank of General. Described as an "impatient and blustering Irishman" by an anonymous detractor, Nicolls was admired for his courage. A similar assessment was made by Lord Bathurst. He has been described by one historian of the Royal Marines as 'possibly the most distinguished officer the corps ever had.' Contemporary records and historians down to the 21st century often render the spelling of his name as "Edward Nicholls."
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