HMS Hussar (1799)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Hussar
- Launch Year
- 1799
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1799
- Commissioned
- 1799
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Hussar (1799) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Hussar served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Hussar helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.