In the heart of the 18th-century wars, the H.M.S. Pegasus 1776 emerged as an icon of maritime power and grace.
Commissioned by the Admiralty in 1775 and launched in December 1776, this Swan Class sloop embodied the quintessence of naval perfection. Despite the financial restrictions on decorations imposed by hostilities with France and other countries, the H.M.S. Pegasus stood out for its decorative details and elegant lines, making it a statement of nobility at sea.
With a crew of 125 men and armed with 14 cannons (later increased to 16) and 16 carronades, it faced the seas with unparalleled determination, earning a place of honor in naval history.