Who was Jervis a patron of?
Francis Drake
Horatio Nelson
Winston Churchill
Charles Darwin
Answer
Horatio Nelson was a patron of John Jervis, who was a British admiral and politician. Jervis played a significant role in Nelson's career, supporting his rise through the ranks of the Royal Navy. He recognized Nelson's exceptional abilities and provided him with opportunities to prove himself, including the command of HMS Agamemnon at the Battle of Cape St. Vincent in 1797.
Sailing Through History: The Admirable Adventures of John Jervis, 1st Earl of St Vincent
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