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(Vice) Admiral J. M. de Robeck / Stamp
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(Vice) Admiral J. M. de Robeck / Stamp
Admiral SIR JOHN MICHAEL DE ROBECK, 1st Baronet GCB, GCMG, GCVO (1862 - 1928) British Royal Navy Admiral who commanded the Allied naval force in the Dardanelles during World War I
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1862 Admiral Baronet Commanded Dardanelles Michael Stamp Vice 1928
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This striking photograph captures the stern gaze and unyielding determination of Vice Admiral Sir John Michael de Robeck, 1st Baronet, GCB, GCMG, GCVO (1862-1928), a British naval hero of World War I. De Robeck is best known for his command of the Allied naval forces during the Dardanelles Campaign in 1915. Born on March 1, 1862, in London, England, de Robeck joined the Royal Navy in 1875 and rose through the ranks with distinction. By the outbreak of World War I, he had already earned a reputation as a skilled and experienced naval commander. In 1914, he was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Mediterranean Fleet, a position he held until 1915 when he was given command of the Dardanelles operations. The Dardanelles Campaign was a major military operation aimed at securing a sea route to Russia and relieving the pressure on the Eastern Front. The campaign, however, was fraught with challenges, including heavy casualties and logistical difficulties. Despite these obstacles, de Robeck remained steadfast in his commitment to the mission, and his leadership played a crucial role in the eventual success of the operation. This photograph captures de Robeck in his prime, with his stern expression and military bearing, reflecting the gravity and importance of the mission he was leading. The image is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the British naval forces during World War I and the leadership of one of its most distinguished commanders. De Robeck's career continued after the Dardanelles Campaign, and he went on to hold several other prominent positions within the Royal Navy. He was knighted in 1913 and created a Baronet in 1917. De Robeck retired from the navy in 1923 and died on February 14, 1928.
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