HMS Malta was a British 80-gun third rate ship of the line launched in 1800. She served in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars and participated in several significant naval engagements, including the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The ship had a distinguished service record, taking part in various blockades, sea battles, and escort missions throughout her career. HMS Malta was decommissioned in 1814 after the end of the Napoleonic Wars and was eventually broken up in 1823. Her legacy lives on through historical records and artifacts that provide insight into the naval warfare of the early 19th century. As a testament to her importance in British naval history, HMS Malta is remembered for her contributions to the Royal Navy's operations during a crucial period of maritime conflict.

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