James Young rose from commodore to admiral of the white, yet his career has largely disappeared from popular history. He performed well when serving as a deputy and took part in smaller actions and strategic operations. He did not receive command of a fleet in a major battle, and his active sea service ended in 1778. His record directs attention beyond headline admirals to the experienced officers who made sustained fleet operations possible.
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James Young and the careers beneath famous admirals
Commodore James Young represents the capable deputy commanders whose long service rarely produced a famous fleet battle of their own.