French frigate Infernal

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History
Civil and Naval Ensign of France.svgFrance
NameInfernal
Laid down7 December 1839
Launched1 May 1843
ChristenedInfernal
Decommissioned14 December 1861
FateBurnt by accident in October 1861.
General characteristics
Displacement1,600  tonnes  
Propulsionsails / steam engine
Armament8 guns
ArmourTimber

Infernal was a wooden-hulled paddle frigate of the French Navy.

The ship took part in the Crimean War.

She was eventually burnt by accident at Valparaiso on 1 October 1861.

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