Naval Race Flashcards
when was the first HMS Dreadnought made?
on the 10th of Febuary 1906.
Why was the Dreadnought so importing and ground breaking?
this was the most powerful battle ship built and put all others out of date.
who started the naval race in 1900?
it was between Britain and Germany, it was called the Anglo-German naval race.
What did the Germans do in the naval race?
41 battle ships and 60 cursers was ordered by the german navy law. the Naval League was set up to encourage more interest in the navy.
What did the British do in the Naval Race?
Britain already had the two power standard. Admiral Fisher followed Germany and Britains Naval League was formed. In 1911 the HMS Neptune was made, a “super Dreadnought”. in 1913 the HMS Queen Elizabeth was built and was even more powerful.
Why did Germany start the naval race?
Kaiser Wilhelm wanted to be a world power to challenge the worlds largest navy.
who won the naval race?
in 1914 it seemed like Britain had won.
