Sea Lord
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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What the First Sea Lord wants instead is more "mass" - cheaper, less vulnerable ships in greater numbers so that you can afford to lose a few without losing the war.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
The Royal Navy's Second Sea Lord Vice Admiral, Sir Martin Connell, said the ship was "a pure-bred Anti-Submarine Warfare platform, setting the standard for naval warfare".
From BBC ● May 22, 2025
Earlier this week, the MoD issued a statement to say that the First Sea Lord had "stepped back due to private reasons".
From BBC ● May 9, 2025
Gen. Carter, who will be replaced by Admiral Tony Radakin, the professional head of the Royal Navy, known as the First Sea Lord, led British forces during their own withdrawal from Afghanistan this summer.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 19, 2021
A special train was provided which made a record run, and within a few hours after arrival in London I was received by the First Sea Lord and his principal assistants in a special conference.
From The Victory At Sea by Burton J. Hendrick
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