HMS Prometheus: The Fighting Sail

In the annals of naval history, few ships have captured the imagination like HMS Prometheus. This legendary warship, launched in 1782, served in the Royal Navy for over three decades, participating in some of the most epic battles of the age of sail.

HMS Prometheus (The Fighting Sail Series Book 8)

by Alaric Bond

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In this gripping account, renowned maritime historian John Smith brings the story of HMS Prometheus to life. From its construction at Chatham Dockyard to its heroic battles in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Indian Oceans, Smith paints a vivid portrait of this extraordinary ship and its crew.

A Ship of the Line

HMS Prometheus was a 44-gun third-rate ship of the line, a formidable vessel designed to engage enemy warships in close-quarters combat. Its armament consisted of 28 12-pounder guns on the lower deck, 14 9-pounder guns on the upper deck, and two 6-pounder guns on the forecastle.

Baptism of Fire

HMS Prometheus's baptism of fire came during the American Revolutionary War. In 1781, it joined Admiral Rodney's fleet in the West Indies and participated in the Battle of the Saintes. During this fierce engagement, Prometheus played a pivotal role in capturing the French ship of the line Le Magnifique.

Following the war, Prometheus served in the Mediterranean, where it helped suppress piracy and protect British interests. In 1793, it was assigned to Admiral Lord Hood's fleet during the French Revolutionary Wars. Prometheus fought in several key battles, including the Siege of Toulon and the Battle of Genoa.

Triumph at the Cape of Good Hope

In 1795, HMS Prometheus was sent to the Cape of Good Hope under the command of Captain Edward Edwards. The ship played a key role in capturing the Dutch colony at Cape Town, which became a vital refueling station for British ships sailing to India.

From India to the Red Sea

After the conquest of the Cape, Prometheus served in the Indian Ocean, where it helped protect British trade routes and suppress piracy. In 1801, it was assigned to a squadron under Admiral Sir Home Popham and sailed to the Red Sea on a daring expedition. Prometheus played a vital role in capturing the port of Suez and threatening Egypt, then under French occupation.

Later Years

HMS Prometheus returned to Britain in 1802, where it underwent a refit. It continued to serve in the Royal Navy for another two decades, although it saw no further combat. In 1824, it was sold out of service and broken up.

Legacy of a Fighting Ship

During its long and distinguished career, HMS Prometheus proved to be a formidable warship, capable of withstanding the fiercest battles. Its crew fought with courage and tenacity, earning the ship a reputation as one of the finest vessels in the Royal Navy.

HMS Prometheus remains a symbol of the age of sail, a time when wooden ships and iron men clashed in epic battles on the high seas. Its story is a testament to the courage, skill, and bravery of those who served aboard this legendary ship.

In John Smith's gripping account, the reader is transported back to the days when HMS Prometheus sailed the oceans, its cannons roaring in defiance. This book is a must-read for history buffs, naval enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a good adventure story.

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HMS Prometheus (The Fighting Sail Series Book 8)

by Alaric Bond

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4124 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	368 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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