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HMS Torbay (1750) (2nd)
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This the second ship to carry the name HMS Torbay was a second
rate, 90-gun, ship-of-the-line. Originally HMS Neptune (1683). Built at Deptford Dockyard, launched 17-Apr-1683, 164ft long and 45ft wide. and of 1,377 tons builders measurement. With an establishment of 90-guns during war in home waters or 82-guns in peace or war overseas. Rebuilt at Blackwall in 1710, when she was increased to 1,577 tons builders measurement. Renamed HMS Torbay 23-Aug-1750. Sold 17-Aug-1784. Won the Battle Honours: Quiberon Bay 1759, Belle Isle 1761, St. Kitts 1782 and The Saints 1782.
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