In memory of Sir Henry Digby GCB

Admiral of the Blue, born Jany 20 1770

died August 19 1842

He commanded H.M.S. Africa in

the memorable action off Cape Trafalgar

October 21 1805, by his gallantry and

daring obtained the marked approbation

of the Admiral Horatio, Viscount Nelson

and the thanks of Parliament.

Also of his wife Jane Elizabeth,

eldest daughter of Thomas William Coke,

Earl of Leicester and relict of Charles Nevinson,

Viscount Andover, born December 22 1777,

died April 29 1863.

In testimony of their sincere and dutiful affection

their sons Edward St Vincent, Lord Digby, and

the Hon and Rev Kenelm Henry Digby MA have

caused this memorial to be erected.