HMS Orpheus was a British Royal Navy ship built in 1773 and served during the American Revolutionary War. The ship was a 32-gun fifth-rate frigate that participated in several naval engagements, including the Battle of Grenada in 1779. In 1780, Orpheus captured the French vessel Comte de Maurepas off the coast of Ireland. The ship underwent various repairs and refits throughout its service, including a major overhaul in 1792. HMS Orpheus also saw action during the French Revolutionary Wars and was involved in the capture of numerous enemy vessels. The ship's career came to an end in 1807 when it was wrecked off the coast of South Africa during a storm. The loss of HMS Orpheus resulted in significant casualties, with only one crew member surviving the disaster. The ship's wreckage was discovered in 1987, providing valuable insights into maritime archaeology and the history of naval warfare during the late 18th century.

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