HMS Hazard was a 14-gun sloop of the Royal Navy, launched in 1744. The ship served during the War of Austrian Succession and was later reclassified as a schooner. It participated in various naval actions and captured several enemy ships. HMS Hazard was eventually sold out of service in 1763. The ship's career highlights include capturing the French privateer Vainqueur and the Spanish privateer San Antonio. Despite being involved in multiple engagements and demonstrating its effectiveness in combat, HMS Hazard did not have a particularly distinguished service record. The ship's fate after being sold out of service is unknown, as there is limited information available about its post-navy life. HMS Hazard's historical significance lies in its representation of the Royal Navy's fleet composition and operations during the mid-18th century, showcasing the role of smaller vessels like sloops and schooners in naval warfare during this period.

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