HMS Rocket

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Rocket, 1842
Type: Tender ;
Launched : 1 Jul 1842 ; Disposal date or year : 1850
BM: 70 tons
Propulsion: Paddle
Machinery notes: 20
Notes:

21 Aug 1842 arrived Portsmouth and to replace the Sylvia in the Survey Service.

17 Dec 1842 in Portsmouth harbour.

20 Dec 1848 Steam tender, Portsmouth.

9 Jan 1850 sealed tenders for the purchase of HM ship under-mentioned, lying at Woolwich Dockyard ; viz: Rocket, 70 tons - per London Gazette of 25 Jan 1850.

9 Jan 1850 advertised for sale.