"A very British introduction to the dress and duties of officers and men of the Royal Navy upon whom the responsibility of its efficiency falls. This nostalgic handbook from the archive of the National Maritime Museum was originally published in 1909 and was intended to interest and educate the public mind in the men who constitute the first line of our defensive forces. Each rank is beautifully illustrated, with additional information provided on the distinctive insignia of each rank of officers in the Royal Navy in the Executive and Civil branches, and the distinguishing badges of petty officers, men and boys."