HMS Pembroke
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HMS Pembroke

1733 fourth-rate ship of the line


Service Entry
1733
Operator
Royal Navy
Vessel Type
fourth-rate, 1719 Establishment Group

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HMS Pembroke (1733) was a 60-gun fourth-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy. The ship was built in 1733 and served in various capacities throughout its career, including participating in the Seven Years' War. In 1744, under the command of Captain Charles Watson, the ship captured a French ship in the West Indies. In 1753, the Pembroke underwent a major repair, which included significant changes to its structure and armament. During the Seven Years' War, the ship was involved in several engagements, including the capture of the French ship Aquilon in 1757. After the war, the Pembroke was used for various duties, including serving as a guard ship and a hospital ship. The ship was eventually broken up in 1760. HMS Pembroke's service history reflects the important role that fourth-rate ships of the line played in the Royal Navy during the 18th century, contributing to the naval power and success of Britain during this period.

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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