List of ships captured in the 18th century

Naval engagements were common throughout the 18th century and repeatedly resulted in the capture of enemy vessels.

These ships were often renamed and subsequently incorporated into the capturing nation's navy.

Merchant ships were also seized and repurposed for military service.

Foudroyant and Pégase entering the Portsmouth Harbor, 1782 , painted by Dominic Serre's . The Royal Navy ship of the line HMS Foudroyant is seen here leading the French ship of the line Pegues , which the former had captured during the Third Battle of Ushant , into Portsmouth Harbour .

Pique and HMS Blanche .

Capture of Furie and Waakzaamheid

HMS Jason capturing the Seine .

HMS Sybille and the French frigate Forte .

USS Boston capturing Berceau

HMS Seine and Vengeance .