Navy and Army before 1914

What was HMS Dreadnought famous for?

First steam turbine and speed and direction of deflection shooting.

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What did Fisher impose?

Two Power Standard. 1889- Naval Defence must match biggest rival.

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What was Fisher's biggest focus on?

Reforming officer training- made them study and focused on technical expertise. Royal Fleet Organisation.

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How was the BEF considered?

Poor career hoice.

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What was the extent of munition problems?

Only 80 vehicles in entire Army, 2 machine guns, guns and supplies drawn by horses

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How was this problem combatted?

Long established contractors and ordnance factories,

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What was used to try and get more Officers?

Temporary commissions and retired officers brought back into service.

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What did Fisher impose?

Two Power Standard. 1889- Naval Defence must match biggest rival.

What was Fisher's biggest focus on?

How was the BEF considered?

What was the extent of munition problems?

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