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Idas, 1809-1812
Type: Hired cutter ; Armament 10
Notes:

28 Jul 1809 a part of a large fleet which sailed from the Downs, with troops, with the aim of demolishing the dock-yards, and arsenals at Antwerp, Terneuse, and Flushing, often known as the ill-fated Walcheren Expedition.

1 Mar 1811 Reported as being based off Flushing, Lt. W Wells.

Deal 16 Sep 1811 Arrived from off Flushing.

Deal 25 Oct 1811 Arrived with despatches from off Flushing, and sailed again for the same destination.

Deal 13 Nov 1811 Sailed on a cruise to the westward.

Deal 12 Jan 1812 Arrived from the Texel.

Deal 29 Jun 1812 Arrived from off the French coast.