Episode 2 of 2

Recognition for Rescue

When: 1817
Where: Newfoundland
Part of: Wreck of the troop transport Harpooner at Cape Pine, Newfoundland

Captain Willock received a medal and pension for saving lives during the wreck of Harpooner.

Captain Mathew Henry Willock of the 103rd Regiment was awarded a medal from the Duke of Sussex and the Royal Humane Society for saving the lives of troops under Lord Howard of Effingham's command. He also received a pension of £100 per annum for life.

Sources

Harpooner (1769 ship) Wikipedia, revision of 2025-12-15

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