How Admiral Henderson might reform today's Royal Navy

How would Admiral Reginald Henderson approach fixing the modern Royal Navy?

He would likely build political support quickly, begin with escort and submarine programs, and expand from those practical priorities.

Henderson's political ability is central to this counterfactual reform of the Royal Navy. He is judged more likely than Fisher to manage the task successfully, although Fisher's enthusiasm for public argument would suit social media. Modern politicians' concern with rapid news coverage would differ from the political environment Henderson knew. His emphasis on success over personal credit could help him build support. The suggested practical starting points are escort and submarine programs, with further reforms left open.