HMS Greyhound (1703)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Greyhound
- Launch Year
- 1703
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1703
- Commissioned
- 1703
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Greyhound (1703) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Greyhound served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Greyhound helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.