HMS Norwich
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HMS Norwich

1745 fourth-rate ship of the line


Service Entry
1745
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
fourth-rate, 1719 Establishment Group

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HMS Norwich was a Royal Navy ship launched in 1745. It served during the War of Austrian Succession and was later converted into a hospital ship. The vessel was armed with 50 guns and had a crew of around 300 sailors. HMS Norwich took part in various naval operations, including the capture of several enemy ships. In 1758, it was converted into a hospital ship and served in this capacity until its decommissioning in 1763. The ship was eventually sold for scrap in 1784. HMS Norwich had a notable career in the Royal Navy, serving in both combat and humanitarian roles, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of naval vessels during the 18th century.

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

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