Peter Turner (Kent County, Rhode Island, United States; 1781-Newport, Rhode Island, United States; 1812) was a surgeon who served in the War of 1812 as a Companion Surgeon, eventually attaining the rank of Assistant Surgeon.

Family

Peter Turner was the son of Captain Daniel Turner (1750-1837) who married his first cousin Sarah Foster (1754-1809) before serving in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. He had 9 brothers, including William (1775-1837) and Daniel (1794-1850).

Performance

Peter Turner participated in the War of 1812, a conflict between the United States and the British Empire that took place between June 1812 and February 1815. He served as a Companion Surgeon and obtained the rank of Assistant Surgeon assisting his uncle Dr. Peter Turner (1751-1822).

Death

Turner was wounded and died on November 5, 1812, probably shortly after the present portrait was commissioned. Not to be confused with his uncle of the same name and occupation.