Admiral Jellicoe

ADMIRAL JELLICOE — THE MAN WHO HELD BRITAIN'S NAVAL DESTINY IN HIS HANDS



One admiral. The world's most powerful navy. A war that would change history forever.



At the outbreak of the First World War, Britain's survival depended heavily on the Royal Navy and its ability to command the seas. At the centre of that responsibility stood Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, one of the most important British naval commanders of the twentieth century.



Admiral Jellicoe by A. Applin is a fascinating contemporary biographical account of the man entrusted with leading Britain's Grand Fleet during the greatest naval conflict of his generation.



Drawing upon historical accounts and information supplied by Lady Jellicoe herself, this short biography explores the admiral's distinguished career, his service in Egypt and China, and his crucial contributions to British naval development and administration.



Discover the officer behind the uniform: a commander whose professional discipline, technical knowledge and devotion to duty helped shape the Royal Navy at a defining moment in world history.



Written during the First World War, this historical work offers readers a remarkable glimpse into how Jellicoe was viewed by his contemporaries, before the full consequences of the conflict became known.



EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF BRITISH NAVAL POWER



• Admiral Sir John Jellicoe and the British Grand Fleet

• Royal Navy leadership during World War I

• British naval history and maritime warfare

• The development of modern warships and naval strategy

• Military biography and historical leadership

• An original wartime perspective on Britain's naval commander



Perfect for readers interested in First World War history, the Royal Navy, British military commanders, naval strategy and the personalities who shaped twentieth-century warfare.



Long before history delivered its final verdict, Admiral Jellicoe carried the extraordinary responsibility of protecting Britain's command of the seas.



DISCOVER THE MAN BEHIND THE GRAND FLEET.



A compelling historical biography for readers who want to understand the leadership, duty and responsibility behind Britain's naval power.