How long did the Royal Navy take to correct its ammunition-handling problems after Jutland?
Short answerJellicoe moved quickly by imposing new handling rules and insisting that ships follow the required practices.
NotesCommand practice mattered more here than a single equipment change. Jellicoe issued and enforced new rules for ammunition handling after the battle exposed dangerous shortcuts. Much of that correction could occur through direct and sometimes informal insistence that ships follow the prescribed code. Training and compliance were essential parts of flash protection alongside mechanical arrangements.