Cornwallis (1787 ship)

The Cornwallis was a merchant vessel built in Calcutta, India, in 1787. She was primarily engaged in trade between India and England, making numerous voyages for the British East India Company (EIC). Voyages typically involved carrying goods such as textiles, spices, and other commodities westward to England, and returning to India with manufactured goods and supplies. Records indicate she was a relatively large ship for her time, and that she played a significant role in the established trade routes of the period. Her ownership changed hands several times during her service life, and she participated in both convoy and independent voyages. Further details about her specific voyages and eventual fate require additional research of maritime records and historical archives.