Vessel Profile

Thetis (H.M.S.) (I)

Thetis (H.M.S.) (I)
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Story

This naval vessel was built in 1846 by H.M. Dockyard (Devonport).

Historical Notes

HM Frigate which served on the Pacific Station 1851-1853 while under the command of Captain A. L. Kuper RN. This vessel was presented to the Prussian Government, for use as a training ship, in exchange for two small paddle steamers c1854.

Owners & Masters

In 1846-1854 she was a warship of the Royal Navy.

Masters

Captain A. L. Kuper RN (1851-1853);

Armament

36 guns

Named Features

Thetis Island (BC), Thetis Anchorage (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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