7th Battle Squadron | |
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Active | 1912–1914 |
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Type | Squadron |
Part of | Third Fleet |
The 7th Battle Squadron was a squadron of the British Royal Navy assembled prior to World War I it was assigned to the Third Fleet and consisted of pre-dreadnought type battleships the oldest ships [1] in fleet it existed from 1912 to 1914.
The squadron was established on 2 July 1912 when Vice-Admiral Sir Henry Jackson assumed command. [2] His second in command Rear-Admiral Charles Dundas was also appointed. The squadron was attached to the Third Fleet. On 13 July 1914 Vice-Admiral Sir Alexander Bethell succeeded Vice-Admiral Sir Henry Jackson. [2] On 8 August 1914 the 7th Battle Squadron was absorbed into the 8th Battle Squadron, [2] which consisted of the oldest pre-dreadnought battleships of the Royal Navy. [3]
Post holders included: [4]
Rank | Flag | Name | Term | |
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Vice-Admiral Commanding, 7th Battle Squadron | ||||
1 | Vice-Admiral |
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Sir Henry B. Jackson | 2 July 1912 – July, 1914 |
2 | Vice-Admiral |
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Sir Hon. Alexander E. Bethell | August, - September, 1914 |
Post holders included: [5]
Rank | Flag | Name | Term | |
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Rear-Admiral, Second-in-Command, 7th Battle Squadron | ||||
1 | Rear-Admiral |
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Sir Charles Dundas | 2 July 1912 – 13 July 1914 |
2 | Rear-Admiral |
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Sir Hon. Cecil F. Thursby | 13 July, - 27 July 1914 |