HMS Norwich (1693) was a 54-gun fourth-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, built during the Nine Years' War. The ship was involved in various conflicts, including the War of the Spanish Succession and the War of Jenkins' Ear. HMS Norwich took part in several battles and engagements, notably capturing a Spanish privateer in 1702. The ship underwent numerous repairs and refits over the years, including being rebuilt in 1714 as a 50-gun fourth rate. HMS Norwich continued to serve in the navy until being sold off in 1744. The ship's history reflects the naval warfare tactics and strategies of the early 18th century, as well as the changing technologies and advancements in shipbuilding during that period.

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