Nick Jellicoe’s new book, Jutland. The Unfinished Battle is already receiving critical acclaim. About to be available in the States through USNI.
The Battle of Jutland animation gives you an easy to understand narrated story supported by graphics, photographs and a dynamic map clearly showing fleet dispositions as the battle evolved.
A full account of the Battle of Jutland narrated by Admiral Jellicoe’s grandson as part of the Jutland Centenary Commemorations. The 24 minute animation gives the viewer an overview of the major “chapters” of the battle – the opening battle cruiser action, the Grand Fleet deployment, the Turn Away and the Night Destroyer actions. Additionally the 1917 submarine campaign is explained as a consequence of Scheer’s decision not to risk another Fleet-to-Fleet encounter. Graphics, animation, animated maps and contemporary photography illustrate key points.
Largest dreadnought naval battle in history
Fought over 12 hours – from May 31st to June 1st 1916
249 ships in the battle – 151 British and 99 German
From 96,000 sailors at seas, 1 in 10 died or were wounded – 5,672 British; 2,115 German including 3 Admirals
Tonnage sunk was miniscule compared to one year later
Death was sudden and on a huge scale (Queen Mary 1,266 Indefatigable 1,017 Invincible 1,026, Defense 903, Black Prince 857, Wiesbaden 589, Fraulenlob 320)
Until the first shot fired at the Battle of Jutland.
This was fired by HMS Galatea on the two destroyers, B.100 and B.109.