HMS Stag (1812)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Stag
- Launch Year
- 1812
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1812
- Commissioned
- 1812
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Stag (1812) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Stag served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Stag helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.