A Naval Biographical Dictionary/Didham, Charles John
DIDHAM. (Lieutenant, 1846)
Charles John Didham passed his examination 9 Sept. 1845; was immediately appointed Mate of the President 50, flag-ship at the Cape of Good Hope of Rear-Admiral Jas. Rich. Dacres; obtained his commission 28 July, 1846; and has been since serving on board the Cleopatra 26, Capt. Christopher Wyvill.