5th Escort Group (Royal Navy)

5th Escort Group
ActiveMarch 1941-December 1941
Country United Kingdom
AllegianceBritish Empire
BranchRoyal Navy
TypeEscort Group
RoleAnti-Submarine Warfare
Size~7 ships
Part ofWestern Approaches Command
Garrison/HQLisahally
EngagementsConvoy HX 112
Commanders
Notable
commanders
Cdr D MacIntyre

5th Escort Group was a British formation of the Royal Navy which saw action during the Second World War, principally in the Battle of the Atlantic.