Stripes and Types of the Royal Navy
A Little Handbook of Sketches by Naval Officers Showing the Dress and Duties of All Ranks from Admiral to Boy Signaller
(Author) Robert BlythThis nostalgic handbook from the archive of the National Maritime Museum was originally published in 1909 and was intended to "interest and educate the public mind in the men who constitute the first line of our defensive forces." In these pages, each rank found in the Royal Navy is beautifully illustrated with images of its uniform and markings, with additional information provided on the distinctive insignia of each rank of officers in the Royal Navy in the Executive and Civil branches, as well as the distinguishing badges of petty officers, men, and boys.
Robert Blyth
Robert Blyth is a renowned poet and author best known for his collection of poems titled "Iron John: A Book About Men." His literary style is characterized by introspective exploration of masculinity and mythology. Blyth's work has made significant contributions to the field of contemporary poetry and gender studies.
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