Britannia (1802 ship)

Britannia was a merchant vessel launched at Kingston-upon-Hull in 1802. She repelled the attack of a French privateer in a notable single-ship action in 1804. An accidental explosion in Cork harbour in 1806 destroyed her and killed most of her crew.

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

History
United Kingdom
NameBritannia
Owner
  • Fletcher & Co.
  • 1805:Poole & Co.
  • 1806:France and Co.
Launched1802
FateDestroyed by explosion 11 February 1806
General characteristics
Tons burthen455, or 460, or 465(bm)
PropulsionSails
Complement35
Armament20 × 9-pounder guns
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