Ship Record
HMS Alexander (1778)
Learn about HMS Alexander (1778), a Royal Navy third-rate ship of the line.
HMS Alexander (1778) was a Royal Navy third-rate ship of the line of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Alexander served during Britain's sailing navy era as part of the battlefleet or in associated naval operations.
Historical Significance
HMS Alexander helps illustrate the scale, rating system, and operational reach of the Royal Navy's line-of-battle fleet.