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George V shaking hands with Admiral Sturdee
George V - King of England from 1910-1936 shaking hands with Admiral Frederick Charles Doveton Sturdee, 1st Baronet (1856-1925) who defeated the German, Admiral von Spee at the Battle of the Falkland Islands in 1914. He was promoted to Admiral in 1917. They are on board Hercules in June 1917. Date: 1917
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Admiral Baronet Frederick Hercules Sturdee Doveton
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This striking photograph captures a historic moment in naval history as King George V of England (1865-1936) shakes hands with Admiral Frederick Charles Doveton Sturdee, 1st Baronet (1856-1925), on board the HMS Hercules in June 1917. The occasion marks the recognition of Sturdee's remarkable victory against the German fleet, led by Vice Admiral Maximilian von Spee, at the Battle of the Falkland Islands in 1914. Admiral Sturdee, dressed in his full naval uniform, stands proudly with a confident expression, having earned the respect and admiration of his monarch and his country. King George V, also in uniform, wears a serious yet approving expression, reflecting the gravity of the situation and the importance of the moment. The Battle of the Falkland Islands was a significant turning point in the First World War, as it marked the first major victory for the Allied forces against the German navy. Sturdee's skillful tactics and strategic planning led to the destruction of the German fleet, effectively ending their presence in the South Atlantic. Promoted to Admiral in 1917, Sturdee continued to serve his country with distinction until his retirement in 1921. This photograph serves as a testament to the courage and leadership of these two great men, who played crucial roles in defending their respective nations during a time of war.
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