HMS Doris (1795)

HMS Doris was a 36-gun fifth-rate frigate of the Royal Navy, launched on 31 August 1795. which saw service in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. Doris was built by Cleveley, of Gravesend.

For other ships with the same name, see HMS Doris.

The Hoche in tow of the Doris to Lough Swilly, County Donegal, Ireland. Hoche had been captured earlier on 12 October 1798 by Robust
History
Great Britain
NameHMS Doris
BuilderCleveley, Gravesend
Launched31 August 1795
In serviceNovember 1795
FateSunk, 15 January 1805
General characteristics as built
Class and type36-gun fifth-rate frigate
Tons burthen913 (bm)
Length142 ft (43.3 m) (gundeck)
Beam38 ft (11.6 m)
PropulsionSails
Sail planFull-rigged ship
Armament36 guns
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