Warrior and Black Prince with the West Africa Squadron in 1822

What if the West Africa Squadron received Warrior and Black Prince in 1822?

They could strengthen its operations but probably encourage an earlier international ironclad arms race.

The scenario moves the ironclads almost 40 years before their own period. Two large, fast ships able to operate in varied weather could accelerate action against slave traders. Other navies would see their capabilities and seek equivalents. An earlier ironclad arms race is therefore considered a probable consequence.