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In Focus: World War One

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HMS Vindictive ramps for disembarkation. The Zeebrugge Raid. (RMM)
HMS Vindictive ramps for disembarkation. The Zeebrugge Raid. (RMM)

Welcome to the 'Conflict and Change' In Focus Section for World War One.

Here you can discover the major changes to the Royal Navy during World War One.

Select the links to learn more about each branch of the Royal Navy.

Learn about:

  • The key personnel, technological changes and major actions of the surface fleet.
  • The first use of the Submarines in wartime.
  • The Royal Marines serving at the Battle of Jutland and in amphibious operations, on the Western Front and performing the first air bombing raids.
  • The Fleet Air Arm and its daring and dangerous operations during World War One.