Sphinx
Survived
| Type | Ship of the line |
|---|---|
| Rate | Third rate |
| Guns | 64 guns |
| War | American War of Independence |
64-gun ship, at Ushant in 1778, Martinique in 1780, Porto Praya and all five of Suffren's battles. She towed the dismasted Héros out of action at Trincomalee.
Armament and specifications
Armament
- 64 guns
- 26 × 24-pounder guns
- 28 × 12-pounder guns
- 10 × 6-pounder guns
| Builder | Brest, France |
|---|---|
| Launched | 1776 |
As built, from the ship's Wikipedia article. Figures there may cover later refits too.
Career
Launched
1776
First Battle of Ushant
Survived
27 July 1778
Battle of Grenada
Survived
6 July 1779
Battle of Martinique
Survived
17 April 1780
Battle of Porto Praya
Survived
16 April 1781
Battle of Sadras
Survived
17 February 1782
Battle of Providien
Survived
12 April 1782
Battle of Negapatam
Damaged
6 July 1782
Captain du Chilleau wounded
Battle of Trincomalee
Survived
3 September 1782
Battle of Cuddalore
Survived
20 June 1783
Fate
Survived
Hulked 1793