HMS Nimble was a cutter acquired by the Royal Navy in 1813, with a displacement of approximately 147 tons. Constructed for operational purposes during the Napoleonic Wars, she was a relatively small vessel designed for swift movements and patrol duties. The ship was commissioned on 5 April 1813 by Lieutenant Peter Williams, who had prior service aboard HMS Richmond. Nimble's service was marked by active participation in blockade operations and coastal patrols along the French and Spanish coasts. One of her notable engagements occurred during the capture of San Sebastian, where she, along with the cutter Constant, blockaded the mouth of the Bidasoa River from 31 August to 8 September 1813. This blockade was part of the broader British efforts to weaken French and allied positions along the Atlantic coast. In August 1814, command of Nimble transferred to Lieutenant Josiah Thompson, who had replaced Williams following his promotion to Commander on 24 August. In April–May 1815, Nimble was stationed on the Garonne River in France, where she boarded the vessel Young William on her way to Bordeaux, warning her not to enter the river—demonstrating her role in enforcing maritime restrictions and trade control. On 2 July 1814, Nimble detained the chasse-maree Aimable at Falmouth, along with several other vessels, highlighting her participation in anti-smuggling and enforcement actions. After her service in North Atlantic and European waters, Nimble returned to Plymouth from Newfoundland in November 1815, with Lieutenant Thompson paying her off. The Royal Navy subsequently offered her for sale on 18 April 1816, and she was sold to Mr. Nixon. Her service record was recognized in 1819 when Parliament awarded a grant to those who served under Lord Viscount Keith during key campaigns in 1812–1814, including Nimble, emphasizing her role in the naval efforts during that period.

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