The Battle of Jutland was a major naval battle fought between the British Royal Navy and the Imperial German Navy during World War I. It took place from May 31 to June 1, 1916, in the North Sea, near the coast of Denmark. This battle was significant as it was the largest naval engagement of the war, involving over 250 ships and thousands of sailors. Although the battle ended inconclusively, with both sides claiming victory, it had lasting effects on naval strategy. The British maintained control of the North Sea, while the Germans shifted to a more defensive naval strategy, limiting their operations for the rest of the war.