by John Marshall

“ A long account of the circumstances attending the Laurel’s loss will be found in the Naval Chronicle, v. 27, p. 228 et seq., by which it appears that two of her crew, inspired by gratitude, Captain Rowley having once pardoned them for attempting to go on shore without leave, expressed their determination of staying by him to the last, with the view of supporting him in the water, should the ship go to pieces before any assistance could arrive; and it is added, that from their uncommon dexterity as swimmers, they would most probably have succeeded. ”

“ In 1815, he commanded the Impregnable of 104 guns, bearing the flag of his brother, on the Mediterranean station 5 and he has subsequently served as flag Captain to the same officer on the coast of Ireland. ”