Carnation 's capture was due in part to the cowardice of a large part of her crew after the loss of her captain and heavy casualties .
On 3 October 1808 , Palinure captured the 18 - gun Cruizer - class brig - sloop Carnation .
Carnation 's capture was due in part to the cowardice of a large part of Palinure 's crew after the loss of her captain and heavy casualties .
On 3 October 1808 , Palinure captured the 18 - gun Cruizer - class brig - sloop Carnation .