8th Cruiser Squadron
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The 8th Cruiser Squadron was a temporary formation of cruisers of the British Royal Navy from 1912 to 1914.[1] and again from 1924/25 to 1942.
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8th Cruiser Squadron | |
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Active | 1912-1914, 1924-1942 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Allegiance | British Empire |
Branch | Royal Navy |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Rear-Admiral John M. de Robeck |
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The Royal Navy's cruiser squadrons contained a maximum of five to six ships but down as low as two to three ships. From 1914 they were usually designated as Light Cruiser Squadrons, while after 1925 they were re-designated Cruiser Squadrons.[2]