Gordon served at the Battle of Louisbourg in June 1758 and at the Capture of Quebec in September 1759 during the Seven Years' War. He went on to be commanding officer of the second-rate HMS "Blenheim" in July 1761. Promoted to Commodore, he became Commander-in-Chief, The Nore in April 1762. He was promoted to Rear Admiral of the White and is buried at St Mary's Kirkyard in Banff.