HMS Rajah was a British Royal Navy ship that served during the Napoleonic Wars. Originally a merchant vessel, it was purchased by the Navy in 1804 and converted into a 16-gun sloop. The ship participated in various naval operations, including the capture of enemy vessels and escort duties. In 1807, HMS Rajah was involved in an engagement with a French privateer, resulting in the capture of the enemy ship. The sloop continued its service until 1812 when it was sold out of the Navy. HMS Rajah's career highlights the important role played by smaller ships like sloops in naval warfare during the early 19th century.

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