HMS Roebuck, launched on 24 July 1666 at Harwich Dockyard, was a notable vessel of the Royal Navy built under the 1665 Programme by Master Shipwright Anthony Deane. The ship's dimensions included a keel length of 64 feet (19.51 meters), a breadth of 19 feet 6 inches (5.94 meters), and a depth of hold of 9 feet 10 inches (3.00 meters). Her draught was relatively shallow at 8 feet 6 inches (2.59 meters), allowing for versatility in various maritime environments. The vessel had a calculated tonnage of approximately 129 42/94 tons. HMS Roebuck was armed with between fourteen and sixteen 6-pounder muzzle-loading smoothbore guns mounted on trucks, suitable for her role as a small, agile combat vessel. She was commissioned shortly before her launch, on 10 July 1666, under Captain George Liddle, RN, who commanded her until his death in August 1672. Subsequently, she saw a series of commanders, including Captain Edward Pearse, Captain Charles Lloyd, Captain Richard Country, and finally Captain William Botham. Her service history included participation in the Battle of Texel on 11 August 1673, a significant naval engagement, although no specific battle honors are recorded. She also served in the Mediterranean starting in 1674, reflecting her operational versatility. Later, she served in the English Channel before being deemed surplus to requirements. The vessel was sold in December 1683, marking the end of her roughly 17-year service. Throughout her career, HMS Roebuck exemplified the typical small warship of her period, contributing to key naval actions and deployments during the late 17th century. Her relatively modest armament and dimensions highlight her role as a versatile, fast, and maneuverable vessel within the Royal Navy’s fleet.

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