HMS Rainbow was a 28-gun sixth-rate frigate of the Royal Navy launched in 1823. The ship had a successful career, participating in various operations and engagements, including serving in the Mediterranean and the West Indies. She was involved in the suppression of piracy off the Barbary Coast and later took part in the Battle of Navarino in 1827 during the Greek War of Independence. Rainbow also played a role in the First Opium War, capturing several Chinese junks. In 1855, the ship was converted into a survey vessel and served in that capacity until being sold in 1866. Throughout her service, HMS Rainbow was commended for her speed and maneuverability, making her a valuable asset to the Royal Navy.

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