Despite Heathcote 's motives , Broughton was dissatisfied with his conduct , and requested a court - martial from the commander of the British naval forces , Rear - Admiral Robert Stopford .
Heathcote decided to leave his station and deliver the despatches to Broughton .
Despite Heathcote 's motives , Broughton was dissatisfied with Heathcote 's conduct , and requested a court - martial from the commander of the British naval forces , Rear - Admiral Robert Stopford .
Heathcote decided to leave his station and deliver the despatches to Broughton .