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ACTIVE (8) Schooner No details.
  • Tender to the flagship, PRINCE OF WALES, in the West Indies, armed with 12-pdr.
    carronades.
  • 1800 Act. Lieut. Michael FITTON.
  • After the island of Curacao claimed British protection in September 1800, and a capitulation had been signed on the 13th., Capt. Frederick WATKINS of the frigate NEREIDE (36) wrote to Vice Ad. Lord Hugh SEYMOUR, commanding in the West Indies, 23 Sept. "Lieut. FITTON, commanding the ACTIVE tender, I have much pleasure in recommending to your Lordship's notice, for his activity and spirited conduct since he has joined me.
    From him, my Lord, you will receive material information as to all situations of the island and its valuable harbour. "

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