HMS Bucephalus (1808)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Bucephalus
- Launch Year
- 1808
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1808
- Commissioned
- 1808
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Bucephalus (1808) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Bucephalus served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Bucephalus helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.