Wasp, 1782
Type: Fire-ship ; Armament 14
Launched : 1782 ; Disposal date or year : 7 Jul 1800
Disposal Details : Destroyed, in Dunkirk roads, in attempting to burn some French frigates. Captain John Edwards.
Notes:

27 Jun-8 Jul 1800 expended in the operation to capture the French frigate D�sir�e from Dunkerque harbour and burn other vessels. The D�sir�e was subsequently purchased into the Service.