ABSTRACT
As a Midshipman in the Active, 28, in 1762, Calder participated in the taking of the Spanish treasure ship Hermione, which yielded what were probably the largest prize awards ever to individuals: a midshipman got £1,800. Thereafter his career was not remarkable, and he served mostly in home waters. Like NELSON, he endured a long period on half-pay, 1783-93, but in 1796 JERVIS selected him as his Captain of the Fleet in the Victory, 100, and as such he fought at the battle of Cape St Vincent, and received a knighthood (see COCHRANE, LORD DUNDONALD), and shortly afterwards a baronetcy.
