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George Borrett
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| Born | 10 March 1868 Wimbledon, United Kingdom |
| Died | 10 June 1952 |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Service/ |
 Royal Navy |
| Years of service | 1881 – 1925/27 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands held | See Ships commanded |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
| Awards | Most Honourable Order of the Bath |
George Holmes Borrett was a brave officer in the Royal Navy. He was born in 1868 and lived until 1952. During his long career, he became an Admiral. He even commanded a huge battleship in the First World War. This included fighting in the famous Battle of Jutland.
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George Borrett was born in Wimbledon on March 10, 1868. His father's name was G. Borrett. When he was young, George wanted to join the Royal Navy. He took tough exams to become a Naval Cadet. He did very well, showing he was a smart and capable student. Later in life, he married Clare Louisa. They had one daughter together, named Ellen.
George Borrett quickly moved up the ranks in the Navy. He became a Sub-Lieutenant in 1887. Just two years later, in 1889, he was promoted to Lieutenant. In 1901, he became a Commander for his service in China.
He then worked at the signals school at HMS Victory. This was an important place for learning how to send messages between ships. He was there during a special event in 1902. This was the fleet review for the coronation of King Edward VII.
Borrett was later assigned to HMS Revenge. This was a large battleship. In 1906, while commanding HMS Pioneer, he became a Captain.
Fighting in the First World War
Captain Borrett played an important role in the First World War. He commanded the battleship HMS Monarch. This ship was part of the huge Battle of Jutland in 1916. This was one of the biggest naval battles in history. For his bravery and service during the war, he received a special award. He was made a Companion of the Order of the Bath in 1918.
After the war, he continued to rise in rank. He became a Rear-Admiral in 1918. Then, in 1923, he was promoted to Vice-Admiral.
Retirement and Later Years
George Borrett officially retired from the Navy in 1925. However, he remained on the retired list until 1927. On August 1, 1927, he reached the highest rank. He became a full Admiral. After this, he fully retired from his long naval career.
Admiral Borrett passed away on June 10, 1952. He was 84 years old. He had served his country for 46 years in the Royal Navy.
Ships Commanded
| Preceded by George P. W. Hope |
Captain of HMS Pioneer 29 August 1904 – 9 January 1907 |
Succeeded by Charles B. Miller |
| Preceded by Philip Nelson-Ward |
Captain of HMS Indefatigable 1 January 1908 – 25 January 1910 |
Succeeded by ? |
| Preceded by Arthur W. Ewart |
Captain of HMS Ramillies 18 April 1910 – 24 February 1911 |
Succeeded by ? |
| Preceded by Bertram M. Chambers |
Captain of HMS Majestic 24 February 1911 – 20 September 1912 |
Succeeded by Guy R. A. Gaunt |
| Preceded by Lionel Halsey |
Captain of HMS Donegal 20 September 1912 – 25 August 1913 |
Succeeded by Cunningham R. de C. Foot |
| Preceded by James A. Fergusson |
Captain of HMS Warrior 25 August 1913 – 16 December 1915 |
Succeeded by Vincent B. Molteno |
| Preceded by Frederick L. Field |
Captain of HMS Monarch 16 December 1915 – 15 March 1916 |
Succeeded by Michael H. Hodges |
| Preceded by Michael H. Hodges |
Captain of HMS Monarch April 1916 – 6 April 1918 |
Succeeded by Sidney R. Drury-Lowe |
| Preceded by New Command |
Rear-Admiral Commanding, Seventh Light Cruiser Squadron 6 April 1918 – 28 February 1919 |
Succeeded by Command Abolished |
| Preceded by Reginald Y. Tyrwhitt |
Rear-Admiral Commanding, Harwich Force 1 March 1919 |
Succeeded by ? |
| Preceded by Alfred A. Ellison |
Senior Naval Officer, Yangtze May 1920 – October 1921 |
Succeeded by Crawford Maclachlan |
