1st Earl Beatty Collection

Le vice-amiral sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre des croiseurs de bataille britann... 1916. Creator: Unknown
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... 1919
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... 1919
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... 1916 (1924) Creator: Unknown
'La bataille navale du Jutland; Le vice-amiral Sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre de croiseurs de bataille britanniques, 1916

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, (c1920)....bluejackets [sailors of the Royal Navy] marching past His Majesty [King George V] on board one of the battleships at Scapa

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. David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty (1871-1936) British Royal Navy officer who commanded the 1st Battlecruiser Squadron at the Battle of Jutland

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

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

1st Earl Beatty, also known as David Beatty, was a prominent British naval officer who played a crucial role in World War I. As the commander of the British Grand Fleet, he led his forces to victory at the Battle of Jutland in 1916. His strategic brilliance and fearless leadership earned him numerous accolades and ultimately led to his elevation to the peerage as Earl Beatty. Born into a family with a long history of military service, Beatty joined the Royal Navy at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks due to his exceptional skills and dedication. He became one of the youngest officers ever to attain flag rank in the navy. During World War I, Beatty's decisive actions at Jutland helped secure Britain's control of the seas and protect vital supply lines. His daring tactics and unwavering courage inspired those under his command and struck fear into his enemies. After the war, Beatty continued to serve in various high-ranking positions within the navy before retiring as First Sea Lord in 1930. Throughout his career, he remained dedicated to upholding British naval supremacy and ensuring national security. As 1st Earl Beatty, David Beatty left behind a lasting legacy as one of Britain's most distinguished naval commanders. His contributions during World War I were instrumental in shaping modern naval warfare tactics and strategies.