Admiral Beatty Collection

Jutland. Battle Cruisers Engaging German Navy, 1916. Creator: John Gibb Glendinning
Jutland. Battle Cruisers Engaging German Navy, 1916

Le vice-amiral sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre des croiseurs de bataille britanniques, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

Les fetes de la victoire a Londres; le defile des "Bluejackets" devant la tribune royale edifiee en avant du monument de la reine Victoria et du palais de Buckingham

Les fetes de la victoire a Londres; le 19 juillet 1919: l'amiral Beatty, au second plan vers la gauche, suivi de son etat-major, precede le defile des marins; au premier plan, vus de dos

La bataille navale du Jutland; Le vice-amiral Sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre de croiseurs de bataille britanniques, 1916

King George V and Admiral David Beatty
3626932 King George V and Admiral David Beatty, commander of the Royal Navys 1st Battlecruiser Squadron at the Battle of Jutland (b/w photo) by English School

The Battle of Jutland Bank, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Jutland Bank, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Map showing the Approximate Positions of the British and German Fleets at Various Stages of the Battle

The Kings Visit to the Grand Fleet, First World War, June 1917, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Kings Visit to the Grand Fleet, First World War, June 1917

Vice-Admiral Sir David Beatty, K. C. B. K. C. V. O. D. S. O. 1916. Creator: Unknown
Vice-Admiral Sir David Beatty, K.C.B. K.C.V.O. D.S.O. 1916

Earl Beatty, 1927. Creator: Unknown
Earl Beatty, 1927. David Richard Beatty (1871-1936) British Admiral of the Fleet and Royal Navy officer who served in the Mahdist War, the Boxer Rebellion, and the Battle of Jutland

Admiral Earl Beatty, 1910s, (1919). Creator: Unknown
Admiral Earl Beatty, 1910s, (1919). Portrait of Admiral David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty (1871-1936), British naval commander during World War I

Admiral Sir David Beatty, Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Fleet, c1918, (1936)
Admiral Sir David Beatty, Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Fleet, watching the German High Seas Fleet heading the Firth of Forth, c1918, (1936). From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol

Admiral of the Fleet, the Earl Beatty, 1920. Artist: Albert Chevallier Tayler
Admiral of the Fleet, the Earl Beatty, 1920. Portrait of Earl Beatty, the Admiral of the Fleet

David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, admiral, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, admiral, 1926. Portrait of Beatty (1871-1936) who was Admiral of the Fleet. Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Admiral David Beatty (1871-1936), British naval commander, World War I, 1914-1918
Admiral David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty (1871-1936), British naval commander, World War I, 1914-1918. Beatty commanded the Royal Navys battlecruisers at the Battle of Jutland, 31 May 1916

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Admiral David Beatty, a renowned British naval commander, played a significant role in World War I as the commander of the Royal Navy's 1st Battlecruiser Squadron at the historic Battle of Jutland. In this black and white photo from c1920, we see Admiral Beatty alongside King George V during the monarch's visit to the Grand Fleet in June 1917. The image captures their shared admiration for each other and highlights Beatty's esteemed position within the navy. Another photograph from 1916 shows Vice-Admiral Sir David Beatty adorned with his numerous accolades - K. C. B. , K. C. V. O. , D. S. O. This portrait reflects his distinguished service and leadership during one of history's most significant naval battles. In an intriguing image from 1927, we catch a glimpse of Earl Beatty, showcasing his transition into civilian life after retiring from active duty. Despite leaving behind his military career, he remains forever associated with his remarkable achievements on the high seas. Throughout these various photographs spanning different decades, it is evident that Admiral Sir David Beatty was held in high regard by both his peers and superiors. His command over the Grand Fleet solidified him as an influential figure within British naval history. The artistic renditions further immortalize Admiral Beatty's legacy; Albert Chevallier Tayler beautifully depicts him as Admiral of the Fleet while Alick P F Ritchie captures his dignified presence as Earl Beatty in 1926. Remembered for leading Britain to victory during World War I and commanding respect throughout his career, Admiral David Beatty left an indelible mark on maritime warfare. His strategic brilliance at Jutland Bank ensured that future generations would recognize him as one of Britain's greatest naval commanders.