William Houston Stewart
Sir William Houston Stewart | |
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| Born | 7 September 1822 Kirkmichael House, Ayrshire |
| Died | 13 November 1902 (aged 80) London |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1835–1885 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands | Firebrand Dragon Impregnable Marlborough Plymouth Command |
| Battles / wars | Crimean War |
| Awards | Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath |
Admiral Sir William Houston Stewart, GCB (7 September 1822 – 13 November 1901) was a senior British naval officer who, after a long, active career, eventually held the office of the Controller of the Royal Navy from 1872 to 1881.