Augustus Clifford
Sir Augustus Clifford | |
|---|---|
| Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod | |
| In office 25 July 1832 – 8 February 1877 | |
| Monarchs | William IV Queen Victoria |
| Preceded by | Sir Thomas Tyrwhitt |
| Succeeded by | Sir William Knollys |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Augustus William James Clifford 26 May 1788 France |
| Died | 8 February 1877 (aged 88) Palace of Westminster, Westminster, London, England |
| Spouse |
Lady Elizabeth Frances Townshend
(m. 1813; died 1862) |
| Relations | William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire (father) Lady Elizabeth Foster (mother) |
| Children | William John Cavendish Clifford |
| Awards | Companion of the Order of the Bath Knight Bachelor Baronet |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch/service | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1800–1866 |
| Rank | Admiral of the Red |
Admiral Sir Augustus William James Clifford, 1st Baronet, CB (26 May 1788 – 8 February 1877) was a British Royal Navy officer, court official, and usher of the Black Rod.