Admiral Sir George Ayscue was an English naval officer born in 1616. He is best known for his role during the English Civil War, where he served the Parliamentarian cause. Ayscue commanded several naval operations and was involved in key battles, including the capture of the Royalist stronghold of Bristol. Ayscue's naval career continued after the Civil War, and he played a significant role in the First Anglo-Dutch War. He was appointed as the governor of Barbados and contributed to the development of the island. He passed away in 1672, leaving a legacy as a prominent figure in 17th-century naval history.