Channel Squadron (England)
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The Channel Squadron [1] also referred to as the Western Squadron [2] (1512-1649) was a series of temporary naval formations first formed in under the English Tudor Navy Royal during the sixteenth century. Later during the Interregnum a channel squadron was formed as part of the Commonwealth Navy. During the 18th century as part of the Royal Navy.
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Channel Squadron | |
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Active | 1512–1649 |
Country | England Kingdom of England |
Type | Squadron |
Role | Cruising, and Patroling |
Part of | Navy Royal |
Garrison/HQ | Portsmouth, Hampshire, England Plymouth, Devon, England |
Commanders | |
First | Vice-Admiral Sir Edward Howard |
Last | Vice-Admiral Sir William Batten |
Notable commanders | Vice-Admiral, Sir William Howard, 1st Baron Howard of Effingham Vice-Admiral Sir Francis Drake |
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The squadron was usually commanded by the Vice-Admiral in the Channel.