Alexander (1799 ship)

Alexander was launched in France or Spain in 1797, probably under another name, and taken in prize circa 1799, when she was lengthened and raised. She was registered at Liverpool in 1801 and proceeded to make six voyages as a slave ship in the triangular trade in enslaved people. She then sailed to Brazil and the West Indies and was last listed in 1809.

For other ships with the same name, see Alexander (ship).

History
France, or Spain
Launched1797
Capturedcirca 1799
Great Britain
Acquired1799 by purchase of a prize
FateLast listed in 1809
General characteristics
Tons burthen327 (bm)
Complement
  • 1799:25
  • 1801:30
  • 1804:45
Armament
  • 1799:20 × 6-pounder guns
  • 1799:20 × 6-pounder guns + 2 × 18-pounder carronades
  • 1801:22 × 6&9-pounder cannons
  • 1804:22 × 6&12-pounder cannons
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