HMS Labuan was a Royal Navy ship that served during the Crimean War. Originally a merchant vessel, it was purchased in 1854 and converted into a troopship for military use. The ship played a crucial role in transporting troops and supplies to the Black Sea region during the conflict. Labuan was also involved in the evacuation of wounded soldiers from the Crimea. After the war, the ship continued to serve in various capacities, including as a store ship and coal hulk. In 1876, HMS Labuan was sold out of the navy and eventually broken up for scrap. The ship's service highlights the important role that troopships and supply vessels played in supporting military operations during the 19th century.

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