LG9073

Staff of Commander-in-Chief

Admiralty, S.W., 15th September, 1916 The following despatch has also been received from Admiral Sir John R. Jellicoe, G.C.B., G.C.V.O., Commander - in - Chief, Grand Fleet: — Iron Duke, 15th July, 1916. SIR,—With reference to my despatch of 24th June, 1916, after full and careful consideration of the recommendations for promotion received from Flag Officers commanding Squadrons and Officers in command of Flotillas, the following lists are submitted for the favourable consideration of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty. I am, Sir, Your obedient Servant, (Signed) J. R. JELLICOE, Admiral. The Secretary of the Admiralty.

OFFICERS RECOMMENDED FOR PROMOTION. Commanders to Captain.