 1/50th scale model of Diane, on display at the Swiss Museum of Transport. | |
| History | |
|---|---|
 Portugal | |
| Name | Diana |
| Namesake | Diana |
| Launched | Circa 1820 [1] |
| Fate | Captured by the French Navy at the Battle of the Tagus, 11 July 1831 |
 France | |
| Name | Diane |
| Acquired | 11 July 1831 |
| General characteristics | |
| Class and type | Frigate |
| Propulsion | Sail |
| Armament | 54 guns |
| Armour | timber |
Diana was a 54-gun frigate of the Portuguese Navy. She was captured at the Battle of the Tagus and incorporated in the French Navy as Diane.
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