HMS Royal Charlotte was a small royal yacht launched in 1824, designed with a modest armament of six guns. As a vessel primarily intended for royal and official use, she served as a vice-regal yacht during her brief career. The ship's specifications are not detailed extensively in the available sources; however, her classification as a yacht and her armament suggest a relatively small and elegant vessel suitable for carrying dignitaries and performing ceremonial functions. In November 1827, Lord William Paget, the son of the Marquess of Anglesey, was appointed captain of the Royal Charlotte. His appointment was made by the Duke of Clarence, who was acting on behalf of the Irish Lord Lieutenant, and Paget received a salary of £1,200 for his service. This indicates the vessel's role in supporting royal and vice-regal duties, likely involving transport and representation. The vessel's service period was relatively short, as HMS Royal Charlotte was broken up in October 1832, after approximately eight years of service. The dismantling of the yacht marked the end of her role in royal or official duties. From her materials, a new vessel of 40-50 tons was constructed at Pembroke Dockyard, named Fountain. Launched in December 1833, Fountain served as a water tank vessel supplying water to ships on the River Medway. This subsequent use of her materials highlights the common practice of repurposing ship components for practical maritime needs. Overall, HMS Royal Charlotte was a small, elegant vessel serving a specific ceremonial and transport role within the British royal fleet during the early 19th century, with a brief but notable service life before being dismantled and repurposed.

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