1st Earl Jellicoe Collection

Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, (1919). Creator: Unknown
Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, (1919). Portrait of Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935), British First Sea Lord during the First World War

Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K. C
Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K.C.B. K.C.V.O. c1916, (c1920). Portrait of Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935), British First Sea Lord during the First World War

John Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe, 1920
3507412 John Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe, 1920 by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); (add.info.: Players cigarette card depicting John Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe (1859-1935), Royal Navy

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 Scene of the Battle of Jutland, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Scene of the Battle of Jutland, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Map of the North Sea, showing the coastlines of Norway, Denmark, Germany, Holland, Belgium and Great Britain

Vice Admiral Sir John Jellicoes Flagship, Iron Duke, Being Coaled at Sea. Inset: Vice-Admiral Jellicoe, 1915. Iron Duke was flagship of the Grand Fleet during the First World War

Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K. C. B. K. C. V. O. 1915. Creator: Unknown
Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K.C.B. K.C.V.O. 1915. Admiral of the Fleet John Rushworth Jellicoe, (1859-1935), Royal Navy officer

The Commander-in-Chief, Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, c1915, (c1920). Creator: Russell & Sons
The Commander-in-Chief, Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, c1915, (c1920). Portrait of Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935) who was in command of the Grand Fleet

Admiral Jellicoe aboard HMS Iron Duke, 1914, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Admiral Jellicoe aboard HMS Iron Duke, 1914, (1935). Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935) was in command of the Grand Fleet

Earl Jellicoe, G. C. B. 1927. Creator: Unknown
Earl Jellicoe, G.C.B. 1927. John Jellicoe, 1st Earl (1859-1935), British Admiral of the Fleet and Royal Navy officer in the Anglo-Egyptian War, Boxer Rebellion and Battle of Jutland

Honorary Degree at Oxford, 1925, (1945). Creator: Unknown
Honorary Degree at Oxford, 1925, (1945). British politician and statesman Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965), left, is awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Laws by Oxford University

Winston Churchill, Charles Madden and Sir John Jellicoe, First World War, 1914. Churchill, First Lord of the Admiralty; Madden, Commander-in-Chief of the Atlantic Fleet; and Admiral Jellicoe

Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, Commander-In-Chief, First World War, 1914. Artist: Elliott & Fry
Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, Commander-In-Chief, First World War, 1914. Portrait of John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935). Illustration from The Great War HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

The Empires Defenders, early 20th century. Artist: Rotary Photo
The Empires Defenders, early 20th century

Admiral Jellicoes farewell to Lord Kitchener, First World War, 1914-1916, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War 1914-1918

Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, British sailor, c1920. Jellicoe (1859-1935) was Admiral of the Fleet, Royal Navy. Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great

John Rushworth Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe, British admiral, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
John Rushworth Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe, British admiral, 1926. Portrait of Admiral of the Fleet John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935)

Admiral of the Fleet John Rushworth Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe, 1859 - 1935. Royal Navy officer. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

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Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, also known as John Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe, was a prominent figure in British naval history. Born in 1859, he served as the Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Fleet during World War I. His leadership skills were put to the test during the Battle of Jutland Bank in May 1916. The Battle of Jutland Bank was a significant naval engagement between the British Royal Navy and German Imperial Navy. Admiral Jellicoe's strategic decisions played a crucial role in securing victory for Britain. This historic battle is captured in photographs from that era. One such photograph shows Vice Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea. The image showcases the immense logistical efforts required to keep warships operational during wartime. Another photo depicts Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe aboard HMS Iron Duke in 1914. It highlights his commanding presence and determination amidst challenging circumstances. In recognition of his exceptional service and contributions to the navy, Admiral Jellicoe received numerous honors throughout his career. He was appointed Knight Commander of Bath (K. C. B) and Knight Commander of Victoria Order (K. C. V. O). Later on, he became an Earl with the title "Earl Jellicoe. " Aside from his military achievements, Lord Jellicoe was also recognized for his intellectual pursuits. He received an honorary degree at Oxford University in 1925—an acknowledgment of his scholarly endeavors beyond naval warfare. Lord Jellicoe's legacy extends beyond just military accomplishments; he had notable interactions with influential figures like Winston Churchill and Charles Madden during World War I. Even after retiring from active duty, Earl Jellicoe continued to be respected within both military and civilian circles. In 1927, he was honored with G. C. B. , further solidifying his status as a distinguished naval officer.