A Naval Biographical Dictionary/Phillipps, Robert
PHILLIPPS. (Lieutenant, 1830.)
Robert Phillipps, born 6 Aug. 1807, is fifth and youngest son of the late Rev. John Phillipps, of Lower Eaton, co. Hereford, Rector of Stoke St. Milborough, co. Salop, by Anne, fourth daughter of Chas. Pye, Esq., of Wadley, in Berkshire. Two of his brothers, Charles and Henry, were lately Captains in the 3rd Light Dragoons.
This officer entered the Navy 10 Aug. 1820; passed his examination in 1827; obtained his commission 26 Feb. 1830; served from 15 June, 1837 until paid o£f at the close of 1840, as First-Lieutenant, in the Sparrowhawk 16, Capt. John Shepherd (b), on the Brazils and Cape of Good Hope stations; and since 18 July, 1845, has been in command of the Bloodhound steamer of 150 horsepower. Agents – Messrs. Ommanney.