HMS ''Hermes'' was the Dutch cutter ''Mercuur'', that the Amsterdam Admiralty purchased in 1781 or 1782. (''Mercuur'' was a brig when captured.) captured her off the Texel on 12 May 1796 after a chase during which ''Mercuur'' threw all but two of her guns overboard.
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commissioned her in July 1796 under Commander William Mulso, for the North Sea.
''Hermes'' disappeared during a gale on 31 January 1797. She was presumed to have foundered with all hands.
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List of people who disappeared mysteriously at sea
Throughout history, people have mysteriously disappeared at sea, many on voyages aboard floating vessels or traveling via aircraft. The following is a list of known individuals who have mysteriously vanished in open waters, and whose whereabouts r ...
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