John Schank

John Schank
Admiral John Schank, 1799
Born1746
Died6 February 1823
Barton House, Dawlish, Devon, England
AllegianceKingdom of Great Britain
United Kingdom
Service / branchRoyal Navy
Years of service1757–1823
RankAdmiral of the Blue
CommandsSt John's naval department
HMS Inflexible
Transport Board
Battles / wars
AwardsFellow of the Royal Society
RelationsSir William Grant, brother-in-law
Other workMerchant seaman
Naval architect

Admiral John Schank (c. 1740 – 6 February 1823) was an officer of the British Royal Navy known for his skill in ship construction and mechanical design.

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