Vessel Profile

Superb (H.M.S.)

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Story

This warship was built in 1798 by Pitcher, (Mr.) in Northfleet.

Historical Notes

This vessel was commanded in 1801-1807 by Captain R.C. Keats RN after whom Keats Island is named. This vessel was one of Nelson's Fleet during the watch off Toulon France 1803-1805.

In 1805 this vessel was in the West Indies in pursuit of the French Fleet. This vessel was refitted in in 1805 and was sent to the West Indies as flagship of Vice-Admiral Duckworth. This vessel was involved in the Battle of San Domingo 06/02/1806. This vessel was paid off in November 1809.

She was broken up in 1826.

Owners & Masters

In 1798-1809 she was a warship of the Royal Navy.

Armament

74 guns

Named Features

Superb Mountain (BC)

References

  • Walbran, Captain John T. (1909)
  • J.J. Colledge and Ben Warlow (2010) Ships of the Royal Navy. Casemate Oxford UK
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