In the post-Civil War period, the U.S. established a squadron on the Atlantic Coast. Dr. Chris Rentfrow discusses how it evolved and the role of squadron exercises.
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Books mentioned during this episode:
"Home Squadron: The U.S. Navy on the North Atlantic Station" by James C. Rentfrow
"Small Boats and Daring Men" by B.J. Armstrong