George Abercrombie Fox: Born London, 29th September, 1765. Second child in a family of ten. Named after his uncle, who was hanged at Tyburn. Joined navy as a 'powder-monkey' in 1775. Finally gazetted Lieutenant in 1793. Possessed of enormous talent and courage. Virtually devoid of noble patronage. Still a lieutenant in 1800

There was little peace for England, and none for Fox

Author:  Adam Hardy

Title: The Press Gang

Series:  George Abercrombie Fox

First Published by: New English Library

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Format: PB

Date: 1972

ISBN-10: 0-450013-55-3

ISBN-13: 978-0450013553

For Young Adults: No