What was Jervis' nationality?
French
American
Spanish
British
Answer
British. Jervis was a British naval officer who served in the Royal Navy during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He is best known for his victory over the French and Spanish fleets at the Battle of Cape St Vincent in 1797, for which he was created Earl St Vincent.
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