Actif
Survived
| Type | Ship of the line |
|---|---|
| Rate | Third rate |
| Guns | 74 guns |
| War | American War of Independence |
74-gun ship, at Ushant in 1778, Ushant in 1781 and Cape Spartel. Sold for breaking up in 1784.
Armament and specifications
Armament
74 guns
- Lower battery: 28 × 36-pounders
- Upper battery: 30 × 18-pounders
- Forecastle and quarterdeck: 16 × 8-pounders
| Builder | Brest |
|---|---|
| Laid down | April 1767 |
| Launched | 5 October 1767 |
| Displacement | 3000 tonneaux |
| Length | 55.1 m (180 ft 9 in) |
As built, from the ship's Wikipedia article. Figures there may cover later refits too.
Career
Launched
5 October 1767
First Battle of Ushant
Survived
27 July 1778
Second Battle of Ushant
Survived
12 December 1781
Came up with Triomphant to defend the convoy
Battle of Cape Spartel
Survived
20 October 1782
Fate
Survived
Sold 1784 for breaking up