HMS Daedalus (1826)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Daedalus
- Launch Year
- 1826
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1826
- Commissioned
- 1826
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Daedalus (1826) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Daedalus served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Daedalus helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.