sentences:  At the time, the Training Squadron's reliance on obsolescent ships hindered its ability to effectively train crews; the squadron ship that "Schwaben" replaced was the ancient ironclad warship , which had been launched in 1867.The other ships' peacetime careers generally consisted of the routine fleet, squadron, and individual training throughout each year.Squadron and fleet training typically took place in April and May and a major fleet cruise generally followed in June and July, after which the fleet assembled for the annual autumn fleet maneuvers in late August and September.