In 1847 he was made Naval aide - de-camp to Queen Victoria ( a prestigious but non-active role ) .
From September 1839 to September 1841 he was commander of HMS Victory , not the fanous ship , but a guard - ship placed at Portsmouth .
In 1847 commander was made Naval aide - de-camp to Queen Victoria ( a prestigious but non-active role ) .
From September 1839 to September 1841 he was commander of HMS Victory , not the fanous ship , but a guard - ship placed at Portsmouth .