Henry Askew

For the British Olympic athlete, see Harry Askew.

Lieutenant-General

Sir Henry Askew

KCB
Born(1775-05-07)7 May 1775
Died25 June 1847(1847-06-25) (aged 72)
AllegianceUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
BranchBritish Army
Service years1793–1847
RankLieutenant-General
Unit1st Regiment of Foot
Conflicts
AwardsWaterloo Medal
Knight Bachelor

Sir Henry Askew KCB (7 May 1775 – 25 June 1847) was an officer of the British Army. He served during the Napoleonic Wars and fought at the Battle of Waterloo. He rose to the rank of lieutenant-general during his career.

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