| North Sea Fleet | |
|---|---|
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| Active | 1745–1815 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Type | Fleet |
| Role | Trade Protection, Blockade |
| Part of | Royal Navy |
| Garrison/HQ | Yarmouth Roads, Great Yarmouth, (1745-1802) Ramsgate (1803-1815) |
| Engagements | |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Admiral of the White: George Elphinstone, Viscount Keith. |
The North Sea Fleet [1] was a naval formation and major operational command of the British Royal Navy based at Great Yarmouth from 1745 to 1802 then at Ramsgate from 1803 until 1815.[2]
The fleet was commanded by the Commander-in-Chief, North Sea.[3]
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