Notes for Napoleon on St Helena listing historical figures subjects & events

I have compiled a set of notes for Napoleon on St Helena. This list comprises historical figures, subjects and events that I found useful in developing my understanding of The Atlantic World of Napoleon Bonaparte.

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There are currently 2 names in this directory beginning with the letter V.

Vandeleur

Richard, Maj, 88th Regt. Commanded a column during the attack on Buenos Aires in 1807. Fought with Crauford and the Light Division in the Peninsular. It was said by Wellington of his men: ‘They may not frighten the enemy, but, by God, they frighten me.’ Commanded a Division at Waterloo.

Verling

Dr. 1787-1858. Surgeon to the Royal Artillery at St Helena. Born in Ireland and trained in Sublin and Edinburgh. Served in the Peninsula. Lived at Longwood but with little to do as Napoleon refused his services. He left the island in April 1820.

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