HMS Royal Charles was a 100-gun first-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched in 1673. The ship played a significant role in the Anglo-Dutch Wars and the War of the Spanish Succession. It was captured by the Dutch in 1667 during the Raid on the Medway, but was later recaptured. The ship was renamed several times throughout its history and saw action in various naval battles. HMS Royal Charles was finally broken up in 1697 after being declared unserviceable. The ship's capture by the Dutch was a humiliating event for the Royal Navy, but its subsequent return and service showcased the resilience and strength of the British naval forces during this period.

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