HMS Chub (or Chubb) was a British Royal Navy Ballahoo-class schooner launched in 1807, constructed by Goodrich & Co. in Bermuda. As a typical vessel of her class, she was armed with four 12-pounder carronades and had a crew of approximately 20 men. The schooner was designed for versatility and agility, serving primarily on the Halifax station during the Napoleonic Wars and the War of 1812. Commissioned in March 1807 under Lieutenant Wentworth Parsons Croke, HMS Chub’s service included participation in the British efforts during the invasion of Martinique in early 1809, although her specific involvement in this operation is not explicitly confirmed in the records. In June 1809, command transferred to Lieutenant William Innes, and later, in 1812, to Lieutenant Samuel Nisbett. Throughout her service, Chub was active in patrolling and escort duties, capturing several vessels, including the privateer Eliza on 18 July 1812, and the merchantman Grace on 6 August. She also recaptured the vessel Ann, which had been taken by the American privateer Teazer, and brought her into Liverpool. A notable incident occurred on 12 August 1812, when HMS Chub was mistakenly fired upon by HMS Emulous, resulting in friendly fire that killed two volunteers aboard Chub—Ebenezer Herrington and John Scott. Despite this, Chub continued her operations until her tragic loss. On 14 August 1812, she was driven ashore on the Black Rocks near Halifax, within two miles of the Sambro Island Light, and was wrecked with all hands lost, including her commanding officer Lieutenant Nisbett. At the time, she was engaged in blockading the American fleet, illustrating her role in the ongoing maritime conflicts of the period. HMS Chub’s service, though relatively brief, exemplifies the agility and active engagement of small schooners in Royal Navy operations during the early 19th century.

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