When was Robert Holmes born?

Robert Holmes was born on 1622 in Mallow.

What positions has Robert Holmes held?

Positions held by Robert Holmes include: mayor (1680–1684); justice of the peace (1669–1692); vice admiral (1669–1692); Governor of the Isle of Wight (1668–1692); Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England.

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Robert Holmes

British Royal Navy Admiral (1622-1692)

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Admiral Sir Robert Holmes was an English Royal Navy officer. He participated in the second and third Anglo-Dutch Wars, both of which he is, by some, credited with having started. He was made Governor of the Isle of Wight, where he is buried in Yarmouth Parish Church.

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Born: 1622 wd
Place of birth: Mallow wd
Died: 18 November 1692 wd
Citizenship: Kingdom of England wd
Occupation: military officer, politician, slave trader wd

Positions held wd

mayor (1680–1684)
justice of the peace (1669–1692)
vice admiral (1669–1692)
Governor of the Isle of Wight (1668–1692)
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England
Member of the 1661-79 Parliament
Member of the 1679 Parliament
Member of the 1685-87 Parliament
Member of the 1689-90 Parliament
Member of the 1690-95 Parliament

Awards wd

Knight Bachelor (1666)

Questions

When was Robert Holmes born?: Robert Holmes was born on 1622 in Mallow.
What positions has Robert Holmes held?: Positions held by Robert Holmes include: mayor (1680–1684); justice of the peace (1669–1692); vice admiral (1669–1692); Governor of the Isle of Wight (1668–1692); Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England.

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Last updated 5 November 2026 · facts checked 15 November 2026

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