Alexander Cavalie Mercer commanded the G-Troop Royal Horse Artillery which famously repelled the French cavalry charges on June 18th 1815.
After retiring from the military he settled in Exeter, having spent a lot of time in Devon as a child.
He's buried in St David's Church.
Conservatives' 16 year Devon leadership reign ends
They're now the third biggest party in the county
Labour loses all county council seats in Exeter
Reform and Greens sweep them aside
Devoncast – Plymouth recovers, Exeter includes and a jewel in the crown for Torquay
Plus - the Devon County Show
Reform take Exeter City Council seat
Labour hold the other city seat up for grabs
Devon therapy sheep found following appeal
Bertha is back home
