Historical clue formulations

• Forces offshore — 2025-06-26
• Naval forces — 2019-02-08
• Battlers at sea — 2013-08-28
• Forces afloat — 2009-12-18
• Admirals' commands — 2007-12-02
• Battle groups — 2003-06-06
• Some war forces — 2002-08-11
• Some forces — 1999-07-24
• Easily maneuverable military forces — 1997-03-02
• Naval fleets — 1996-04-08