Fate
Frolic was recommissioned later in October under Lieutenant Andrew Mitchell (acting). His commission as commander was confirmed on 24 August 1813. earlier, on 20 July 1813, Frolic was one of four British vessels sharing in the capture of the American ship Fame.
Frolic continued in service until being broken up at Portsmouth in November 1813.
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