Evolution Squadron | |
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Esquadra de Evoluções | |
Active | 19 August 1884 – 1886 |
Country | Empire of Brazil |
Branch | Imperial Brazilian Navy |
Type | naval squadron |
Garrison/HQ | Neutral Municipality |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Artur Silveira da Mota |
The Evolution Squadron was a naval squadron of the Brazilian Imperial Fleet composed of the best ships of its time in several characteristics. It was created in 1884 with the purpose of developing new naval tactics inspired by the Austria tactics in the Battle of Lissa where its naval force faced and defeated the much superior Italian fleet.