HMS Royal Oak (1809)
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| History | |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | |
| Name | HMS Royal Oak |
| Namesake | Royal Oak |
| Builder | Dudman, Deptford Wharf |
| Laid down | December 1805 |
| Launched | 4 March 1809 |
| Fate | Broken up, 1850 |
| General characteristics | |
| Class & type | Fame-class ship of the line |
| Tons burthen | 1759 (bm) |
| Length | 175 ft (53 m) (gundeck) |
| Beam | 47 ft 6 in (14.48 m) |
| Depth of hold | 20 ft 6 in (6.25 m) |
| Propulsion | Sails |
| Sail plan | Full-rigged ship |
| Complement | 650 officers and men (inc. 60-80 marines) |
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HMS Royal Oak was a 74-gun third rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, launched on 4 March 1809 at Dudman's yard at Deptford Wharf. Her first commanding officer was Captain Pulteney Malcolm.