Royal Navy & battles

An alternative take from the First Bulletin of the Grand Naval Army, Head Quarters, Cadiz, Oct. 25.... [read more]

When were women officers first allowed to go to sea? [read more]

Did a naval officer really invent the Gimlet cocktail, a mix of gin and lime juice? [read more]

How many ships named Ark Royal have there been in the Royal Navy? [read more]

The United States Navy’s Nimitz-Class nuclear powered aircraft carriers are the biggest warships... [read more]

Why is the Royal Navy sometimes called The Andrew? [read more]

Why are Royal Navy sailing ships sometimes described as 'First Rate', 'Third Rate' etc.? [read more]

What was the colour of the ensign flown by Captain Cook? [read more]

How many guns were carried on the Endeavour? [read more]

What was the half pay system? [read more]