HMS Arethusa (1759)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Arethusa
- Launch Year
- 1759
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1759
- Commissioned
- 1759
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Arethusa (1759) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Arethusa served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Arethusa helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.