Ernest Archer (Royal Navy officer) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sir Ernest Archer
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| Born | 14 September 1891 Dover, Kent, England |
| Died | 17 December 1958 (aged 67) Winchester, Hampshire, England |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service/ |
 Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1904–1950 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held | HMS Revenge Royal Navy Barracks at Portsmouth Flag Officer, Gibraltar Flag Officer Scotland, Northern England, Northern Ireland |
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath Commander of the Order of the British Empire |
Admiral Sir Ernest Russell Archer (born September 14, 1891 – died December 17, 1958) was a very important officer in the Royal Navy. He was known for his long service and leadership. He held high positions, including being the main naval officer for Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Ernest Archer joined the Royal Navy in 1904 when he was just 13 years old. He served during World War I, working on fast ships called destroyers. These ships were used to protect larger vessels and attack enemy ships.
World War II service
During World War II, he was the Captain of a large warship called HMS Revenge. This was a powerful battleship. In July 1940, Captain Archer had a very important mission. He led the transport of the United Kingdom's gold to Canada. This gold, known as bullion, was moved for safekeeping during the war.
After this mission, he continued to serve in key roles. From 1941, he was the Commander of the Royal Navy Barracks at Portsmouth. This was a major naval base. In 1943, he became the Senior Naval Officer in North Russia. He then led the Joint Services Mission to Moscow starting in 1944.
Post-war roles
After the war ended, Archer continued his distinguished career. He became the Flag Officer, Gibraltar. This meant he was the top naval commander in that important area.
He was promoted to vice-admiral on May 16, 1947. In 1948, he took on the role of Flag Officer, Scotland and Northern Ireland. He retired from the Royal Navy in 1950 after many years of dedicated service.
Family
In 1917, Ernest Archer married Margaret Elizabeth Hope Bayly.
