THOMAS LYNE, Esq.
[Commander.]
Obtained his first commission in 1791, and was senior lieutenant of the Argo 44, Captain (now Rear Admiral) James Bowen, at the reduction of Minorca, in Nov. 1798; and at the capture of the Spanish frigate Santa Teresa, off Majorca, in the night of Feb. 8th, 1799. The following is an extract of the official letter written by his captain on the latter occasion: –
“First Lieutenant, Mr. Thomas Lyne, has much merit in keeping sight, aad observing the different shifts, of the enemy, by which great advantage was gained by the Argo during the chase. Much commendation is due to his professional skill and great exertions after taking possession of the prize, in saving her tottering mast from tumbling overboard.”
This officer was made a commander on the 29th April, 1802.