HMS Hamadryad (1823)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Hamadryad
- Launch Year
- 1823
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1823
- Commissioned
- 1823
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Hamadryad (1823) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Hamadryad served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Hamadryad helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.