Australian Squadron (RN)

Search for the German Asiatic Squadron – 1914-1916

Jarrett, Hugh · Jul 12, 1992 ·

At the outbreak of war on 4th August, 1914, the German East Asiatic Squadron, commanded by Vice-Admiral Graf von Spee, had its base at the fortified harbour of Tsing-tao on ...

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The Factors that Led to the Formation of the RAN in 1911

Baston, P.C., BEng (Hons), Sub-Lieutenant, RAN · Apr 27, 1992 ·

The formation of the Royal Australian Navy in 1911 was brought about by many factors over a considerable period. Initially the defence of Australia was the responsibility of the Royal ...

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Australian Naval History on 19 December 1944

On This Day · Dec 19, 1944 ·

CAPT H. B. Farncomb was promoted and appointed Commodore Commanding Australian Squadron. ...

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