HMS Pembroke
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HMS Pembroke

1689 fifth-rate frigate of the 1689 Programme Group


Commissioning Date
1690
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
fifth-rate frigate, 1689 Programme Group

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HMS Pembroke was a 60-gun fourth-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched in 1690. She had a distinguished career, serving in multiple naval engagements, including the Nine Years' War and the War of the Spanish Succession. The ship participated in the capture of Gibraltar in 1704 and played a vital role in the Battle of Vigo Bay in 1702. HMS Pembroke also saw action during the Battle of Málaga in 1704. She underwent several refits and repairs throughout her service life, including being converted to a 58-gun fourth rate in 1719. The ship was eventually broken up in 1742 after more than five decades of service. HMS Pembroke's history and accomplishments make her a significant vessel in the naval history of the early 18th century, showcasing the importance of fourth-rate ships in the Royal Navy's fleet during this period.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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