Asiatic Squadron

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Asiatic Squadron
The Asiatic Squadron defeating the Spanish fleet in the Battle of Manila Bay on 1 May 1898.
Active	1868–1902
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Navy
Type	Naval squadron

The Asiatic Squadron was a squadron of United States Navy warships stationed in East Asia during the latter half of the 19th century. It was created in 1868 when the East India Squadron was disbanded. Vessels of the squadron were primarily involved in matters relating to American commerce with China and Japan, though it participated in several conflicts over 34 years of service until becoming the Asiatic Fleet in 1902.