Brassey's Naval Annual

Brassey's Naval Annual by T. A. Brassey provides a comprehensive overview of naval preparations worldwide in 1912. Edited by Viscount Hythe the book discusses the growth of navies comparative strength and the importance of maintaining naval supremacy. It addresses the need for reserves of men and ships training of Colonial Reserves and the conversion of merchant steamers into auxiliary cruisers. The book also covers the relationship with Germany concerns about German naval expansion and recommendations to strengthen naval defenses and promote cooperation among naval powers.