HMS Orpheus (1773)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Orpheus
- Launch Year
- 1773
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1773
- Commissioned
- 1773
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Orpheus (1773) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Orpheus served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Orpheus helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.