Wilson Baronets, of Delhi (1858)
The Wilson Baronetcy, of Delhi in India, was created in the Baronetage of the United Kingdom on 8 January 1858 for the soldier Archdale Wilson. He notably commanded the British troops during the Siege of Delhi in 1857 during the Indian Rebellion. The third Baronet was a noted naval commander and served as First Sea Lord from 1910 to 1911. The title became extinct on his death in 1921.
- Sir Archdale Wilson, 1st Baronet (1803-1874)
- Sir Roland Knyvet Wilson, 2nd Baronet (1840-1919)
- Sir Arthur Knyvet Wilson, 3rd Baronet (1842-1921)
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