A Royal Navy 'small-ship man' worked closely with non-commissioned officers and junior officers to build a cooperative team. Dalrymple-Hamilton's engineering knowledge and willingness to listen helped crews keep machinery working even when he demanded exceptional performance. The service distinguished this team-centered aggression from the label 'hero,' which could imply an officer who charged ahead without bringing the rest of the team with him. The desired result was a heroic ship and crew working together.
Notable Point · 1:12:02-1:17:30
The Royal Navy's ideal of a small-ship man
Dalrymple-Hamilton exemplifies the aggressive officer who brings engineers, NCOs, junior officers, and ratings with him rather than chasing personal heroics.