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Ranking Royal Navy admirals of World War II

Andrew Cunningham leads the ranking, with Somerville and Ramsay also placed highly.

Question

Who was the best Royal Navy admiral of World War II?

Short answer

Andrew Cunningham, followed closely by James Somerville, with Bertram Ramsay also high in the ranking.

Notes

Andrew Cunningham is the clear first choice. James Somerville follows closely, while Bertram Ramsay also ranks highly. Max Horton receives a more qualified assessment, and several other capable officers remain in the conversation.