| 2nd Cruiser Squadron | |
|---|---|
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| Active | 1904–1919, 1921-1941, 1946-1952 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Allegiance | British Empire |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Engagements | Battle of Jutland |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Rear-Admiral Louis Alexander Mountbatten |
The 2nd Cruiser Squadron [1] was a formation of cruisers of the British Royal Navy from 1904 to 1919 and from 1921 to 1941 and again from 1946 to 1952.
The 2nd Cruiser Squadron was first formed in December, 1904 then placed under the command of Prince Louis of Battenberg in February 1905. [2] He was then succeeded by Rear-Admiral Charles Adair on 23 February, 1907.[3] The squadron was first assigned to the Atlantic Fleet until February 1909. In March 1909 it was transferred to the 2nd Division of the Home Fleet till April 1912. From May 1912 until July 1914 it was in the First Fleet. Between August 1914 and November 1918 it was part of the Grand Fleet. The squadron was commanded by twelve Admirals before it was disbanded on 1 February 1919.
The 2nd Cruiser squadron was reformed on 14 May 1921 and was allocated to the Atlantic Fleet until 1932 when that fleet was re-designated Home Fleet. The Squadron was disbanded in 1941.
In October 1946 the 10th Cruiser Squadron of the Home Fleet was re-designated 2nd Cruiser Squadron and was assigned to the Mediterranean Fleet.[4] In 1947 it was re-allocated to the Home Fleet until 1952 when it was dispersed.[5]
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