HMS Queen was a 90-gun second-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched in 1769. The ship was involved in various conflicts, including the American Revolutionary War and the French Revolutionary Wars. It played a significant role in the Battle of the Saintes in 1782, where it helped secure a decisive victory for the British fleet. HMS Queen underwent several refits and modifications throughout its service, including being converted into a prison ship in 1802. The ship was eventually broken up in 1821. HMS Queen's history reflects the changing naval tactics and technologies of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, as well as the broader geopolitical context of the era. Its legacy as a formidable warship and its participation in key naval engagements make it a notable example of British naval power 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.