Sawyer was in command until 22 January 1799 , and Gower left her on 28 February 1799 .
Gower remained in command of Neptune until his promotion to rear - admiral of the white , at which point Herbert Sawyer became her acting - captain .
Herbert Sawyer was in command until 22 January 1799 , and Gower left her on 28 February 1799 .
Gower remained in command of Neptune until his promotion to rear - admiral of the white , at which point Herbert Sawyer became her acting - captain .