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Battleship v. submarine by G. H. Davis
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Battleship v. submarine by G. H. Davis
Battleship versus submarine: Sir Percy Scotts views on the position of the capital ship illustrated in a series of special Sphere diagrams. Top: the fleet bottled up in a harbour by submarines. Bottom: the position of submarines outside the same harbour. Date: 1914
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Battleship Bottled Capital Davis Diagram Diagrams Opinion Percy Position Scott Sphere Strategic Strategy Submarine Submarines Tactic Tactics Trapped Versus Fleet
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Battleship versus Submarine: Sir Percy Scott's Perspective on Naval Warfare as Illustrated in G. H. Davis's Sphere Diagrams (1914) This striking image, created by artist G. H. Davis for the British weekly magazine Sphere, depicts Sir Percy Scott's views on the evolving nature of naval warfare, specifically the challenge posed by submarines to capital ships. The top diagram illustrates a fleet bottled up in a harbor, with submarines lurking beneath the surface, ready to attack. The bottom diagram shows the position of submarines outside the same harbor, demonstrating their ability to threaten a fleet from a distance. At the turn of the 20th century, the advent of submarines marked a significant shift in naval strategy and tactics. Traditional capital ships, with their massive size and heavy armament, were no longer the uncontested rulers of the sea. Submarines, with their ability to operate submerged and launch surprise attacks, presented a new and formidable threat to naval fleets. Sir Percy Scott, a British naval officer and writer, was a vocal advocate for the importance of adapting to this new reality. In his writings, he emphasized the need for fleet maneuverability, anti-submarine defenses, and the development of new tactics to counteract the submarine menace. This image, with its clear and concise diagrams, effectively conveys Scott's perspective on the changing nature of naval warfare and the urgent need for adaptation. The contrast between the trapped fleet in the top diagram and the menacing submarines in the bottom diagram underscores the gravity of the situation and the importance of strategic thinking in the face of new challenges. This print, created in 1914, offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical context of naval warfare and the strategic thinking of the time. It serves as a reminder of the importance of adaptability and innovation in the face of new challenges and the enduring relevance of naval power in shaping global geopolitics.
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