Ship Record

HMS Aurora (1766)

Learn about HMS Aurora (1766), a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate.

HMS Aurora (1766) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.

Service History

HMS Aurora served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.

Historical Significance

HMS Aurora helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.

Quick Facts

Ship Name: HMS Aurora
Launch Year: 1766
Type: Frigate
Class: Fifth-rate frigate
Rate: Fifth-rate
Launched: 1766
Commissioned: 1766
Armament: 24–44 guns
Propulsion: Sail
Role: Frigate
Notable for: Age of Sail frigate service
Fate: Unknown
Status: Decommissioned

Other Ships with this Name

HMS Aurora (1766) (this page)
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HMS Aurora (1934) – Arethusa-class cruiser
HMS Aurora (F10) – Leander-class frigate