Battle of JutlandMay 31st-June 1st, 1916

Thesis

As the only major naval battle of World War 1, the Battle of Jutland effectively did nothing but keep the war alive, resulting in more civilian deaths and a growing opposition to the war.

Overview● Involved 250 ships and 100,000 men● The War began in May 31st,1916● The Battle took place of the coast of

Denmark in Jutland● The war was between the Germans and

British

The Main Players-Many other countries joined to fight, but ended with just Germany and Britain-German secret code was crackedGermany: led by Admiral Reinhard von ScheerEngland: led by Admiral John Jellicoe

The Routes-The war was centered in the North sea, across from England and above Germany. -The dispute was over the narrow waterway, for trade.

Admiral Reinhard von Scheer Admiral John Jellicoe

Key Factors

-Battle ships and submarines-Unrestricted submarine warfare-Britain had leading navy

The End

● Britain= 14 ships lost and 6,000 people lost● Germany= 11 ships lost, 2,500 people lost● Ended in a stalemate

Importance

● This battle sent a clear message to the entire Europe that Britain and Germany had naval tactics

● Battle sent both armies home, with no clear winner

Work Cited

http://battle-of-jutland.com/free-jutland-book.htmlhttp://www.historyplace.com/worldhistory/firstworldwar/jutland-sank.htmhttp://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/battle_of_jutland.htmhttp://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/battle-of-jutland