HMS Greyhound (1773) was a Royal Navy ship that served during the American Revolutionary War. Originally a civilian vessel, she was purchased by the Navy in 1775 and armed with 20 guns. Greyhound played a significant role in naval skirmishes during the war, including capturing several American privateers. In 1779, she participated in the Penobscot Expedition, a failed American operation to dislodge British forces in Maine. The ship was eventually captured by the French Navy in 1781 and was taken into French service as the Greynhound. The ship's fate beyond this point is unknown, as there are no records of her further activities or ultimate fate. HMS Greyhound's service history highlights the important role of naval vessels in military conflicts during the late 18th century, particularly in the context of the American Revolutionary War.

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