Richard Kirkby (Royal Navy officer)
Richard Kirkby | |
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| Born | c. 1658 |
| Died | 16 April 1703 HMS Bristol, off Plymouth |
| Allegiance | Kingdom of England |
| Service | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | – 1703 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Commands | HMS Success HMS Southampton HMS Ruby HMS Defiance |
| Battles / wars | Action of August 1702 |
| Relations | Richard Kirkby (father) |
Richard Kirkby (c. 1658 – 16 April 1703) was an officer of the Royal Navy during the eighteenth century. He rose to the rank of captain but was later tried at a court-martial for his conduct during the action of August 1702, and being convicted of cowardice and disobedience was executed by firing squad.