HMS Trident (1845)

HMS Trident was a wooden paddle frigate of the British Royal Navy, launched in 1845. She was built at Woolwich Dockyard.

Trident was one of a number of paddle frigates built by the Royal Navy during the 1840s. These vessels were intended for a variety of roles including patrol work, carrying mail, and potentially serving as troop transports. They were considered fast and maneuverable for their time, although their reliance on paddle wheels made them vulnerable to damage and limited their effectiveness in heavy seas.

The Trident's service history included deployment to various stations around the globe, including the Mediterranean and the coast of Africa, where she was involved in anti-slavery patrols. She also served in home waters.

Details of Trident's specific engagements and operational history are somewhat scarce. Further research of Royal Navy archives and contemporary accounts would be needed for a more complete picture of her active service.

She was eventually sold out of service.