Home Squadron

The Home Squadron was part of the United States Navy in the mid-19th century. Organized as early as 1838, ships were assigned to protect coastal commerce, aid ships in distress, suppress piracy and the Atlantic slave trade, make coastal surveys, and train ships to relieve others on distant stations. It was discontinued in 1861 after the outbreak of the American Civil War, when the Union blockade forced a reassignment of ships to close off Southern ports.

This article is about the U.S. Navy squadron that operated from 1838 to 1861. For the U.S. Navy squadron sometimes informally called the "Home Squadron" that operated from 1865 to 1902, see North Atlantic Squadron. For the British naval formation, see Home Fleet.
Home Squadron
The paddle frigate USS Mississippi in 1863. She served as the flagship of the Home Squadron during the Mexican–American War.
Active1838–1861
Country United States of America
Branch United States Navy
TypeNaval squadron
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