HMS Dispatch was a Royal Navy ship launched in 1804 during the Napoleonic Wars. It served primarily as a packet ship, responsible for carrying mail and dispatches between Britain and the West Indies. The ship had a crew of around 30 men and was armed with ten guns. Dispatch was involved in several naval engagements, including the capture of a French privateer in 1807. In 1809, the ship participated in the capture of the French island of Martinique. Throughout its service, Dispatch was praised for its speed and efficiency in delivering important messages and supplies. The ship was eventually sold out of service in 1816. HMS Dispatch's history highlights the vital role that packet ships played in maintaining communication and supply lines during the naval conflicts of the early 19th century.

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