William Spring (British Army officer)

William Spring (dates of birth and death unknown) was a British Army officer who served during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Details of his early life and military career are scarce, but records indicate he held the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel.

Spring is primarily known for his involvement in the Walcheren Expedition of 1809. He commanded the 1st Battalion, 51st (2nd Yorkshire West Riding) Regiment of Foot during the campaign. The expedition, intended to divert French forces from Austria and destroy French naval installations at Antwerp, proved to be a disastrous failure due to disease, particularly malaria known as "Walcheren fever," and logistical problems.

Spring's battalion was heavily impacted by the disease. After the evacuation of Walcheren in December 1809, his regiment suffered significant losses and was significantly weakened. Further information regarding William Spring's post-Walcheren career or personal life remains limited in publicly available records. His involvement in the Walcheren Expedition marks his principal documented contribution to British military history.