HMS Auckland (1840) (1st)
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This the first ship to carry the name HMS Auckland was a 6
gun, wooden paddle frigate used in the Indian service. Built at Bombay Dockyard, launched 09-Jan-1840, of 946 tons builders measurement and armed with 6 x 8in muzzle loading rifled guns. Used for harbour service from 1863. Sold about 1874. Won the Battle Honour: China 1856-60.
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08 March, 2013.
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