Sir John Fisher
Sir John Fisher was a prominent British naval officer and reformer in the early 20th century. Born in 1841, he played a crucial role in modernizing the Royal Navy during a time of significant technological change. Fisher is best known for advocating the use of the Dreadnought, a revolutionary battleship that changed naval warfare.
Fisher served as the First Sea Lord from 1904 to 1910 and again during World War I. His leadership emphasized speed and efficiency, leading to the establishment of new naval strategies. He was instrumental in the development of the Admiralty and the integration of new technologies into naval operations.