Trollope commanded HMS Rainbow against a newly built French frigate. The French ship carried twenty-six 18-pounder long guns and another twelve guns whose calibres are not specified. Trollope favoured carronades and armed Rainbow heavily with them. He continued the practice in later commands.
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Rainbow's carronades against a new French frigate
Rainbow's carronade-heavy armament reflected Trollope's preference for the weapon, while its French opponent carried twenty-six 18-pounder long guns and another dozen guns.