Squadron of Evolution
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squadron-of-evolution-297-3793169
title:
Squadron of Evolution
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The Squadron of Evolution—sometimes referred to as the "White Squadron"— was a transitional unit in the United States Navy during the late 19th century. It was probably inspired by the French "Escadre d'évolution" of the 18th and 19th centuries. The squadron was composed of the protected cruisers USS Atlanta, USS Boston, USS Chicago, and dispatch boats USS Dolphin and USS Yorktown. Yorktown′s sister ships USS Bennington and USS Concord joined the squadron in 1891. Rear Admiral John G. Walker ser
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squadron_of_Evolution
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2024-01-18T00:55:44Z
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