Royal Navy Grand Fleet 1914-18

The Royal Navy's forces were combined into the Grand Fleet in 1914, stationed in Orkney's Scapa Flow. This amalgamation was the largest and most modern naval power, with over 30 dreadnought battleships and a range of other ships. Naval expert Angus Konstam examines the fleet's ships, technology, organization, command and intelligence, and battle tactics in this informative book. Despite the better design of their German counterparts, the Grand Fleet, under the leadership of Admiral Jellicoe, was an unstoppable force. Although the Germans were able to avoid defeat at the Battle of Jutland, the Grand Fleet's economic blockade eventually led to their surrender in 1918. This book contains battle diagrams, artwork and photos, making it an essential guide to the Royal Navy's dominance during World War I. Author: Angus Konstam Illustrator: Edouard A. Groult 80 page Softcover