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Earl Beatty Collection

"Earl Beatty: A Distinguished British Naval Commander of the First World War" Earl Beatty, born Burrell Earl in 1871

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: 1921 Burrell Earl

1921 Burrell Earl Beatty Showman Traction engine

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Le vice-amiral sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre des croiseurs de bataille britann... 1916

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: 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... 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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: 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... 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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: La bataille navale du Jutland; Le vice-amiral Sir David Beatty, commandant

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: The Battle of Jutland Bank, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: 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). 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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: 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. 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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Earl Beatty, 1927. Creator: Unknown

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Admiral Earl Beatty, 1910s, (1919). Creator: Unknown

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Admiral Sir David Beatty, Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Fleet, c1918, (1936)

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Admiral of the Fleet, the Earl Beatty, 1920. Artist: Albert Chevallier Tayler

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, admiral, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Admiral David Beatty (1871-1936), British naval commander, World War I, 1914-1918

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

Background imageEarl Beatty Collection: Admiral Of The Fleet David Richard Beatty, 1St Earl Beatty, 1871 A

Admiral Of The Fleet David Richard Beatty, 1St Earl Beatty, 1871 A


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"Earl Beatty: A Distinguished British Naval Commander of the First World War" Earl Beatty, born Burrell Earl in 1871, was a renowned British naval commander who played a significant role during the First World War. His leadership and strategic brilliance were evident in key battles such as The Battle of Jutland Bank, which took place from May 31 to June 1, 1916. During this historic battle, Beatty's tactical maneuvers showcased his exceptional skills as he commanded the Grand Fleet against the German High Seas Fleet. Although considered inconclusive, his efforts proved vital in securing Britain's naval dominance. In June 1917, King George V visited the Grand Fleet where Vice-Admiral Sir David Beatty received him with honor. This visit highlighted Beatty's esteemed position within the navy and his close relationship with royalty. Beatty's distinguished career earned him numerous accolades including being appointed Knight Commander of the Order of Bath (K. C. B. ), Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (K. C. V. O. ), and recipient of the Distinguished Service Order (D. S. O. ) in 1916. These honors recognized his outstanding contributions to safeguarding Britain's interests at sea. Throughout his career, various artists captured Admiral Earl Beatty through their artwork. From portraits like "Earl Beatty" by an unknown artist in 1927 to "Admiral Earl Beatty" painted by Albert Chevallier Tayler in 1920 or Alick P F Ritchie's depiction titled "David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, " these artworks immortalize his commanding presence and legacy. Sadly, Admiral David Richard Beatty passed away in March 1936; however, history remembers him as one of Britain's most influential naval commanders during World War I. His dedication to duty and unwavering commitment to protecting British waters solidified his place among the great military leaders of his time.