Watercolor of what is believed to be HMS Pegasus in St. John's harbor, Newfoundland in 1786

The HMS Pegasus was a 28 gun frigate launched in 1786, commanded for its first two years of service by Prince William Henry (who later would ascend to the throne and become King William IV). The Pegasus was largely assigned to patrol the east coast of Canada and Newfoundland, as well as the West Indies. Template:Hide = Motto: Template:Unhide = Avancez (go forward) Nickname: The City of Legends Area: (city)446. ... Map of Newfoundland Newfoundland (French: Terre-Neuve; Irish: Talamh an Éisc; Latin: Terra Nova) is a large island off the northeast coast of North America, and the most populous part of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. ... 1786 was a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar). ... Frigate is a name which has been used for several distinct types of warships at different times. ... 1786 was a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar). ... William IV (William Henry) (21 August 1765 – 20 June 1837) was King of the United Kingdom and of Hanover from 26 June 1830 until his death. ... Map of Newfoundland Newfoundland (French: Terre-Neuve; Irish: Talamh an Éisc; Latin: Terra Nova) is a large island off the northeast coast of North America, and the most populous part of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. ... The Caribbean or the West Indies is a group of islands in the Caribbean Sea. ...