Flotilla

A flotilla is usually commanded by a Rear Admiral , a Commodore or a Captain , depending on the importance of the command. A flotilla is often divided into two or more divisons, each of which might be commanded by the most senior Commander . A flotilla is often, but not necessarily, a permanent formation.

In modern navies, flotillas have tended to become administrative units. As Warships have grown larger, the term Squadron has gradually replaced the term flotilla for Formation s of Destroyers , Frigates and Submarines in many navies.

A naval flotilla has no direct equivalent on land, but is, perhaps, the rough equivalent in value of a Brigade or Regiment .

In the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary , a Flotilla is the smallest building block and consists of members at a local level where the majority of the work of the Auxiliary is done. A Flotilla is led by an elected Flotilla Commander assisted by an elected Vice Flotilla Commander assisted by appointed Flotilla Staff Officers as described at the Flotilla Organization page of the US Coast Guard. A Division consists of multiple Flotillas and a District consists of multiple Divisions. Auxiliary Districts are organized along Coast Guard District lines and are administered by a Coast Guard officer (usually a Commander or Captain) who is called the Director of the Auxiliary.

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United States Coast Guard Auxiliary

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