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 by Robert Blyth
Originally published in 1909 to 'interest and educate the public mind in the men who constitute the first line of our defensive forces', this series of beautiful illustrations and quaint descriptions explains the jobs behind the uniforms. From the responsibilities of the Admiral, to the manual work of the ordinary seaman and the duties of the stoker, this charming book provides a very British introduction to the Royal Navy.