The Great Edwardian Naval Feud: Beresford's Vendetta Against 'Jackie' Fisher

by Richard Freemen and Richard Freeman

This is the story of the clash between two gigantic personalities in the early years of the twentieth century.

On one side was Admiral Lord Charles Beresford. Physically strong, courageous and hot-headed, he was the most popular admiral in the navy. Addicted to the sound of his own voice, he drew crowds of thousands whenever he spoke in public. On the other side was the First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir John Fisher. Of humble origin, he had risen...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1848840837
• ISBN13: 9781848840836
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Pen & Sword Military
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.4" x 9.3"