Faulknor Collection

HMS Tipperary, British destroyer leader, WW1
HMS Tipperary, British Faulknor-class torpedo boat destroyer leader, launched 1915, served briefly during the First World War, sunk during the Battle of Jutland, 31 May 1916. Date: 1915-1916

HMS Broke, British destroyer, WW1
HMS Broke, British Faulknor-class destroyer leader, launched 1914, served during the First World War, sold to Chilean Navy 1920, scrapped 1933. Date: 1914-1918

Death of Captain Faulknor, off Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe
The death of Captain Faulknor, off Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe, 5 January 1795. Below is a vignette of the Blanche with La Pique in tow. Date: 1795

Capt. Faulknor Storming Fort Royal, Martinique
Captain Faulknor in the ship Zebra, storming Fort Royal in Martinique in 1794, during the French Revolutionary Wars. Faulknor uses his sword to point up a set of wooden stairs

Captain Robert Faulkner, Royal Navy Captain
Captain Robert Faulkner (or Faulknor, 1763-1795), Royal Navy Captain. circa 1790s

The death of Captain Faulknor, 1795 (c1857). Artist: J Rogers
The death of Captain Faulknor, 1795 (c1857). Commanding HMS Blanche, a fifth-rate 32 gun Royal Navy frigate, Captain Robert Faulknor the Younger (1763-1795)

The Blanche and the Pique, c1795. Artist: Robert Dodd
The Blanche and the Pique, c1795. A naval engagement between the English fifth-rate HMS Blanche, commanded by Robert Faulknor the younger (1763-1795), and the French frigate Pique

The Death Of Captain Faulknor. Engraved By J. Rogers After Stothard. From Englands Battles By Sea And Land By Lieut Col
The Death Of Captain Faulknor.Engraved By J.Rogers After Stothard. From Englands Battles By Sea And Land By Lieut Col Williams, The London Printing And Publishing Company Circa 1890S

HMS Faulknor, British destroyer, WW2
HMS Faulknor (H62), British F-class destroyer and flotilla leader. Date: 1940

ROBERT FAULKNOR (1763-1795). English naval officer. The death of Faulknor, as captain of the HMS Blanche, during an altercation with the French frigate Pique, off the coast of Pointe a Pitre

Captain Robert Faulknor (1763-1795), English naval officer, killed while endeavouring to lash the bowsprit of French frigate Pique to capstan of his vessel Blanche, off Guadeloupe

The death of Captain Faulknor

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Captain Robert Faulknor was an esteemed English naval officer who left a lasting legacy in the annals of history. His name became synonymous with bravery and leadership, as he commanded various vessels during significant events. One such event was his involvement in World War I aboard HMS Tipperary, a British destroyer leader. Faulknor fearlessly led his crew into battle, displaying unwavering courage and determination. During this time, he also served on HMS Broke, another British destroyer that played a crucial role in the war effort. Faulknor's strategic brilliance and tactical expertise were instrumental in achieving victory for the British forces. Tragically, Captain Faulknor met his untimely demise off Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe. It was here that he lost his life while valiantly storming Fort Royal in Martinique. This act of heroism showcased his indomitable spirit and dedication to duty. Faulknor's memory lives on through artistic depictions capturing pivotal moments from his life. Artists like J Rogers and Robert Dodd immortalized him through their masterful works depicting scenes such as "The Death of Captain Faulknor" or "The Blanche and the Pique. " In honor of Captain Robert Faulknor's contributions to naval warfare, HMS Faulknor was named after him during World War II. This gesture symbolized the enduring respect held for this remarkable individual within the Royal Navy. His story continues to inspire generations even today; textbooks recount tales of his gallantry while historians study his strategies meticulously.