HMS Sultan (1807) facts for kids
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Name | HMS Sultan |
Ordered | 31 January 1805 |
Builder | Dudman, Deptford Wharf |
Laid down | December 1805 |
Launched | 19 September 1807 |
Fate | Broken up, 1864 |
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Class and type | Fame-class ship of the line |
Tons burthen | 1751 (bm) |
Length | 175 ft (53.3 m) (gundeck) |
Beam | 47 ft 6 in (14.5 m) |
Depth of hold | 20 ft 6 in (6.2 m) |
Propulsion | Sails |
Sail plan | Full-rigged ship |
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HMS Sultan was a powerful warship built for the British Royal Navy. It was a "ship of the line," meaning it was big enough to fight in the main battle line. This ship had 74 guns and was launched on September 19, 1807. It was built at a place called Deptford Wharf.
Early Years at Sea
Joining the Battle
In 1809, HMS Sultan joined a battle called the Battle of Maguelone. At this time, Captain Edward Griffith was in charge of the ship. The battle was an important event for the Sultan early in its service.
A Daring Rescue Mission
On October 10, 1814, HMS Sultan was helping to protect other ships. One of these ships, named Baring, unfortunately crashed near Beerhaven. The crew of Sultan quickly launched their boats to help. They worked with boats from another ship, HMS Shamrock. Together, they managed to rescue almost everyone from the Baring. This included about 200 soldiers from the 40th Regiment of Foot. Only five people were not saved.
End of Service
HMS Sultan served for many years. In 1860, it became a "receiving ship." This means it was used as a floating base or barracks for new sailors. It was no longer used for fighting at sea. Four years later, in 1864, HMS Sultan was taken apart.