
FOREWORD
ADMIRAL JELLICOE
CHAPTER I THE BOY—AND THE MAN
CHAPTER II EARLY DAYS ON THE “BRITANNIA”
CHAPTER III CADET—MIDSHIPMAN—LIEUTENANT
CHAPTER IV THE SINKING OF THE “VICTORIA”
CHAPTER V THE BOXER RISING IN CHINA
CHAPTER VI THE SPIRIT OF DRAKE
CHAPTER VII AS ORGANISER
CHAPTER VIII VICE-ADMIRAL
Step aboard a vivid portrait of one of Britain’s most enigmatic naval leaders, a man whose decisions guided the empire through its darkest hours. Though his most famous battles were fought out of sight—within Admiralty rooms, shipyards, and the quiet corridors of power—his influence shaped the very course of the sea wars that defined the early twentieth century. The biography weaves together personal anecdotes, family heritage, and the weight of command, offering listeners a clear view of a figure who stood at the helm of England’s destiny.
Born in Southampton in 1859 to a family steeped in maritime tradition, the future admiral grew up hearing the roar of steam and the call of distant ports. From youthful voyages to the gritty work of naval ordnance and shipbuilding, his career unfolded behind the scenes, earning him a host of affectionate nicknames among sailors. Through letters, memoirs, and insights from his wife, the story reveals a steady, duty‑bound character whose quiet resolve would later steer a nation through war.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (104K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2012-10-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1873–1949
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