HMS Melpomene (1794)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Melpomene
- Launch Year
- 1794
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1794
- Commissioned
- 1794
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Melpomene (1794) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Melpomene served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Melpomene helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.