HMS Imogen was a Royal Navy 18-gun Cruizer-class brig-sloop launched in 1805. It served in various naval operations during the Napoleonic Wars, including the Baltic campaign of 1808-1809 and the capture of several enemy vessels. Imogen was also involved in convoy duties and blockade operations off the coast of France. The ship's career included escorting merchant ships, engaging in combat with French privateers, and participating in the capture of a Danish gunboat. In 1810, Imogen was wrecked off the coast of Norway due to navigational errors during a storm, leading to the loss of most of the crew. The incident was attributed to the lack of accurate charts in the area. Imogen's wreck was discovered in 1975 and remains an important historical site. The ship's service history reflects the challenges and perils faced by naval vessels during the Age of Sail, highlighting the importance of navigation, seamanship, and tactical decisions in maritime warfare.

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