Admiral Sir Francis William Loftus Tottenham, KCB, CBE (17 August 1880 – 9 November 1967) was a Royal Navy officer who went on to be Commander-in-Chief, Africa.

[3] He served on the despatch vessel HMS Surprise when he was promoted to lieutenant on 1 October 1902.

[2] He was made rear admiral commanding 3rd Cruiser Squadron in 1932 and Commander-in-Chief, Africa Station in 1935.

He belonged to the Great Britain that raised and led an Empire, fought for freedom and believed in it.

In latter years, in spite of pain and discomfort, his indomitable spirit never flagged, his words of encouragement never ceased.