King George Vs message to the Fleet - WW1
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King George Vs message to the Fleet - WW1
In August 1914 at the outbreak of the Great War, Vice-Admiral Sir John R. Jellicoe was appointed to the supreme command of the Home Fleets, with the acting rank of admiral, with Rear-Admiral Charles E. Madden, as his Chief of Staff. King George V sent him this message to pass on to the fleet: " At this Grave moment in our national history, I send to you, and through you to the officers and men of the Fleets of which you have assumed command, the assurance of my confidence that under your direction they will revive and renew the old glories of the Royal Navy, and prove once again the sure shield of Britain and of the Empire in the hour of trial." Date: 1914
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Decorations Epaulettes Glory Inset Jellicoe Message Outbreak Shield
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August 1914: A Moment of National Pride and Unity - King George V's Message to Admiral Jellicoe and the Home Fleets Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the Great War's outbreak, King George V, the monarch of the United Kingdom, sent a powerful message of unity and confidence to Vice-Admiral Sir John R. Jellicoe and the commanding officers of the Home Fleets. Appointed as the supreme commander of the Home Fleets, with the acting rank of admiral, Jellicoe received this message from the king at a time when the future of Britain and its empire hung in the balance. The image captures the solemnity and gravity of the moment, with Jellicoe, dressed in his full admiral's uniform adorned with decorations and epaulettes, carefully reading the king's message. The inset portrait of King George V, wearing his uniform with the Order of the Garter, emphasizes the monarch's unwavering support for his forces. King George V's words resonated deeply with the officers and men of the fleets, as they prepared to defend their nation and uphold the proud legacy of the Royal Navy. His message served as a reminder that, even in the face of adversity, the British people could rely on their naval forces as a sure shield. This poignant moment in history stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the British people during the First World War, and the unwavering commitment of their monarch to support and protect them.
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