HMS Surprise (1812)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Surprise
- Launch Year
- 1812
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1812
- Commissioned
- 1812
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Surprise (1812) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Surprise served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Surprise helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.