HMS Vestal (1779)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Vestal
- Launch Year
- 1779
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Sixth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Sixth-rate
- Launched
- 1779
- Commissioned
- 1779
- Armament
- 20–28 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Vestal (1779) was a Royal Navy Sixth-rate frigate.
Service History
HMS Vestal served in patrol, escort, and naval duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Vestal represents Royal Navy small warships of the Age of Sail.