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The Jutland Scandal
Two high-ranking officers defied the British Admiralty to tell the tale of World War I’s first naval battle against Germany. The Royal Navy had ruled the sea unchallenged for one hundred years since Nelson triumphed at Trafalgar. Yet when the Grand Fleet faced the German High Seas Fleet across the grey waters of the North Sea near Jutland, the British battleships and cruisers were battered into a draw, losing far more men and ships than the enemy. The Grand Fleet far outnumbered and outgunned the German fleet, so something clearly had gone wrong. The public waited for the official histories of the battle to be released to learn the truth, but month after month went by with the Admiralty pr...
The Dover Patrol 1915-1917
The standard history of the legendary naval force, charged with safeguarding the Channel throughout WWI, by the commander who led it during most of the critical period of the war but who was superseded for political reasons before the great operations he had planned (the mine-barrage and the attack on Zeebrugge) actually took place.
The Life of John Rushworth, Earl Jellicoe
Adm. Sir Reginald Bacon, the author of the 1929 biography of Lord Fisher, here turns his attention to his old friend and comrade, the Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Fleet, John Rushworth, 1st Earl of Jellicoe (1859-1935), a Royal Navy officer who fought in the Anglo-Egyptian War and the Boxer Rebellion and commanded the Grand Fleet at the Battle of Jutland in May 1916 during the First World War. He later served as First Sea Lord, overseeing the expansion of the Naval Staff at the Admiralty and the introduction of convoys, and served as the Governor-General of New Zealand in the early 1920s. This first edition was published in 19136—the year after Jellicoe’s death—but is based in part on interviews with him, as well as information from nearly one hundred other people. Bacon charts his progress from midshipman to Governor General of New Zealand, with the Grand Fleet and Jutland at its heart. Richly illustrated throughout with 40 plates, maps and charts.
The Dover Patrol 1915-1917
The standard history of the legendary naval force, charged with safeguarding the Channel throughout WWI, by the commander who led it during most of the critical period of the war but who was superseded for political reasons before the great operations he had planned (the mine-barrage and the attack on Zeebrugge) actually took place.
The Royal Navy, China Station: 1864 - 1941
A definitive history of the Royal Navy’s China Station. In the The Navy List for April 1864 the China Station was first shown as a separate Royal Navy Station . It remained as such until the outbreak of the Pacific War in December 1941 which was to signal the end of that era. In addition to a precis of the lives and naval careers of each of the Commanders in Chief of the China Station, this volume also gives relevant information outlining something of the concurrent internal affairs of China and Japan. Both are very different but sad tales, the former in decline towards the end of the Manchu Ch’ing dynasty and then into the chaotic 1920’s and 1930’s, and the latter increasingly adopt...
The Challenges of Command
In the period leading up to the First World War Britain's naval supremacy was challenged by an arms race with Germany, fuelled not only by military and geo-strategic rivalries, but an onrush of technological developments. As this book demonstrates, steam turbines, bigger guns, mechanical computing devices and ever increasing tonnage meant that the Royal Navy was forced to confront many long-cherished beliefs and sensitive social and political issues. By looking at key continuities over the period of 1880-1919 the study explores how the service and its officers attempted to deal with fundamental changes in professional requirements, and how cultural and social values underwent a transformatio...
Admirals of the British Navy. Portraits in Colours with Introductory and Biographical Notes
Francis Dodd's 'Admirals of the British Navy. Portraits in Colours with Introductory and Biographical Notes' is a captivating collection of portraits and biographical sketches of renowned British naval leaders. Published in the early 20th century, this book provides a valuable insight into the lives and achievements of these esteemed Admirals, offering a detailed glimpse into their roles in shaping British naval history. Dodd's work is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and vivid portrayal of these historical figures, making it a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. His literary style, combined with the exquisite color portraits, creates a visually stunning and informative reading experience. As a prominent figure in the field of British naval history, Dodd's expertise and passion for the subject shine through in this comprehensive and well-researched book. Admirals of the British Navy is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, military leadership, or British maritime heritage.
From the Dreadnought to Scapa Flow, Volume III
Volume III in this definitive WWI naval history presents an in-depth analysis of the Battle of Jutland, with a new introduction by historian Barry Gough. Arthur Marder's five-volume history From the Dreadnought to Scapa Flow is one of the finest contributions to naval history, chronicling the dramatic conflicts of the First World War with an “unrivalled mastery of sources” and “a gift of simple narrative” (A.J.P. Taylor). The third volume presents an in-depth analysis of the clash between the German High Seas fleet and the British Grand Fleet and Battlecruiser Fleet at Jutland, as well as its immediate aftermath. Marder's intricate charting of this great battle is still recognized as the authoritative statement on these events. A new introduction by Barry Gough, the distinguished Canadian maritime and naval historian, assesses the importance of Marder's work and anchors it firmly amongst the great naval narrative histories of this era.
Sir John Fisher's Naval Revolution
This volume explores the intrigue and negotiations between the Admiralty and domestic politicians and social reformers before World War I. It also explains how Britain's naval leaders responded to non-military, cultural challenges under the direction of Adimiral Sir John Fisher.
The Business of Armaments
Explores Britain's most prominent armaments firms and their relationships with the British Government and foreign states from 1855 to 1955.
