Charles Watson (Royal Navy officer)
Charles Watson | |
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Engraving of Watson | |
| Born | 1714 |
| Died | 16 August 1757 (aged 42–43) Calcutta, India |
| Allegiance | Great Britain |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Rank | Vice-admiral |
| Commands | HMS Garland HMS Plymouth HMS Dragon HMS Princess Louisa Newfoundland and North American station East Indies Station |
| Conflicts | War of the Austrian Succession Seven Years' War |
Vice-Admiral Charles Watson (1714 – 16 August 1757) was a Royal Navy officer and colonial administrator who served as the governor of Newfoundland and died in Calcutta, India.