Dutch brig Komeet (1789)

The Komeet was a brig of the Batavian Republic (later Kingdom of Holland, and subsequently part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands), launched in 1789. She served in the navy during a period of significant conflict, including the Napoleonic Wars. Details regarding her specific wartime activities, captains, and eventual fate are fragmented and require further primary source research to provide a complete and definitive history. However, it is understood that ships of this type were typically used for coastal patrol, convoy escort, and raiding enemy shipping. The Komeet's period of service likely involved engagements with British naval forces, given the ongoing conflicts between the Dutch and British throughout the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The design of the Komeet as a brig suggests a vessel intended for speed and maneuverability, suitable for these roles.