Fisher rated Battenberg the most able administrator among his generation of admirals. That ability suited the First Sea Lord's office, where administration occupied much of the job and grand strategy depended heavily on organising logistics. Battenberg had worked in Naval Intelligence, served as a staff officer and captain, and dealt with diplomats and politicians around the world. Experience cooperating with the Army completed the practical background required for senior naval direction.
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Why administration is First Sea Lord strategy
Fisher's praise of Battenberg's administrative ability fits an office whose grand-strategic work depended heavily on logistics and coordination.