HMS Fame (1805) was a Royal Navy 74-gun third rate ship of the line that served during the Napoleonic Wars. The ship was involved in several notable battles and engagements, including the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, where it played a crucial role in the British victory. HMS Fame had a long and distinguished service history, taking part in various operations in the Mediterranean and the Baltic Sea. The ship underwent repairs and refits multiple times during its career, with modifications made to its armament and structure. In 1820, HMS Fame was converted into a receiving ship before being broken up in 1865. The ship's legacy lives on through historical records and accounts of its service, highlighting its contributions to British naval power during a critical period in maritime history.

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