Blucher (1814 ship)
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For other ships with the same name, see List of ships named Blucher.
Blucher was launched at Boston in 1809 under another name. The British captured her around 1814 and new owners renamed her. She traded with India and South East Asia under a license from the British East India Company until she wrecked in 1818.
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United States | |
Builder | Boston |
Launched | 1809 |
Captured | c.1814 |
United Kingdom | |
Name | Blucher |
Namesake | Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher |
Owner |
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Acquired | c.1814 by purchase of a prize |
Fate | Wrecked 1818 (possibly) |
General characteristics | |
Tons burthen | 240[2] (bm) |
Armament | 2 × 4-pounder guns |
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