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Argus (1804)

Quick Facts

Ship Name
Argus
Launch Year
1804
Type
Brig
Class
16-gun brig
Launched
1804
Commissioned
1804
Armament
16 guns
Propulsion
Sail
Role
Brig
Notable for
Battle of Trafalgar
Fate
See battle outcome
Status
Decommissioned

Argus (1804) was a France brig present in the Trafalgar order of battle.

Service History

Argus formed part of the Franco-Spanish fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805.

Historical Significance

Argus helps document the full order of battle at Trafalgar and the composition of the opposing fleets.