The HMS Crown, originally known as Taunton, was a 70-gun third-rate ship of the line of the English Royal Navy. Built in 1654, she served in various naval engagements during the Anglo-Dutch Wars. The ship underwent several name changes and repairs over her active service, including being renamed Crown in 1660 and later as HMS Crown. In 1667, she was involved in the Battle of Öland, where she fought against the Dutch Navy. The HMS Crown also participated in the Four Days' Battle in 1666, during which she sustained significant damage. After being decommissioned in 1692, the ship was broken up in 1698. HMS Crown's history reflects the important role that ships of the line played in naval warfare during the 17th century, showcasing their contributions to various conflicts and battles of the era.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.