Drew Andrew 1792-1878 Entered The Navy 1806 Took Part In Many Of

the most important engagements during the war with France, including the

Walcheren expedition. Promoted to lieutenant for gallantry during the

fight between the Eurotas and the French frigate Clorinde, 1814.

Promoted to commander for his brilliant defence of Cape Coast Castle

against the Ashantees, 1824. Retired and settled in Canada. During

Rebellion of 1837 offered his services to the government. Conducted the

captur of the Caroline, for which he received the thanks of the Upper

Canada Parliament and was appointed commander of the provincial marine.

A grant by the Assembly to provide seventy-five guineas for the purchase

of a sword of honour was not approved by the Legislative Council.

Remained in active service in Canada until 1839. Appointed to the

command of the Wasp on the West India Station, where he discovered and

surveyed a dangerous rock which still bears his name, 1842. Appointed

naval storekeeper at the Cape of Good Hope, 1850. Raised to the rank of

admiral, 1862. Retired from active service and resided in England until

his death. =Index=: (William Lyon Mackenzie era) In charge of the expedition which cut out the

Caroline, 420-421; thanked by the Upper Canadian Assembly, 423.