Background
PELLY, Henry Bertram was born on September 9, 1867. 6th son of late Captain Richard Wilson Pelly, Royal Navy.
PELLY, Henry Bertram was born on September 9, 1867. 6th son of late Captain Richard Wilson Pelly, Royal Navy.
Brighton; His Majesty’s Ship Britannia.
Joined navy as naval cadet, 1881. Lieutenant, 1891; promoted 1587 to the rank of commander, 1901, for service in Royal Yachts. Presented with 4th class Member of the Royal Victorian Order by His Majesty the King on board the Royal Yacht for service at the funeral of Her late Majesty, 1 February 1901.
Promoted captain, 190G. A younger brother of the Trinity House. Captain Superintendent of all ships built in England under contract for the Royal Navy.
Club: United Service.
Cricket, golf, shooting.
Spouse 1904, Lilian, daughter of Sir W. Vincent, 12th Bt.