HMS Blanche was a 32-gun fifth-rate frigate of the Royal Navy, launched in 1786. The ship had an active career during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, participating in numerous engagements and capturing several enemy vessels. Blanche was part of various squadrons and fleets, serving in the English Channel, Caribbean, and North Sea. One of the notable battles she took part in was the Battle of Tory Island in 1798, where she played a crucial role in the defeat of a French squadron. Blanche also engaged in commerce raiding, intercepting and seizing enemy merchant ships. The frigate underwent several refits and repairs throughout her service, with modifications to her armament and structure. HMS Blanche was eventually sold out of service in 1814. Her legacy lives on through historical records and accounts of her wartime exploits, showcasing the significant role she played in the naval operations of her time.

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