Reinhard Scheer

German admiral and World War I naval leader

Reinhard Scheer - German admiral and World War I naval leader
Born

September 30th, 1863
161 years ago

Died

November 26th, 1928
96 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Germany

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An admiral in the Imperial German Navy, played a significant role during World War I. Commanded the High Seas Fleet and led the German naval forces at the Battle of Jutland in 1916, which was one of the largest naval battles in history. Implemented naval strategies to engage the British Royal Navy and contributed to the development of naval warfare tactics during the conflict. Scheer's leadership and decisions heavily influenced Germany's naval operations throughout the war.

Commanding the High Seas Fleet

Leading at the Battle of Jutland

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