| Date from | Date to | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1840 | Edinburgh (74), Midshipman | NBD1849 | |
| 3.11.1840 | Bombardment of Acre | ||
| 30.7.1843 | Passed the Lieutenant's Examination | NBD1849 | |
| 8.1843 | 7.2.1846 | Vanguard (80), Master's Mate | NBD1849 |
| 7.2.1846 | Lieutenant | NBD1849 | |
| 7.2.1846 | 1848 | Snake (16), Lieutenant | NBD1849 |