No Uncertain Sound : The Life and Times of Admiral Sir Jock Slater – 9781849956130

A deeply researched, well crafted biography of Admiral Sir Jock Slater, whose career culminated as First Sea Lord from 1995 to 1998. It illuminates pivotal moments in the evolution of British naval and air power during the late twentieth century. Reveals what made Slater one the most successful and longest serving admirals of the Cold War eraTouches on Slater’s relations with the Royal familyDiscloses previously unknown episodes in the making of British defence and naval policyUses as primary sources the memories of those who took part in events, such as the making nuclear policy, the decision to send women to sea, the end of the gay ban, UK-Russia relations and the establishment of British Maritime DoctrineThis book will appeal to anyone interested in naval history. “…Regardless of ones’ views on all of that, with Hore we have the ideal author: able to explain clearly but briefly while also possessing a good eye for the telling detail which puts the whole into perspective. He has fairly represented his individual while also giving an unprecedented insight into the Navy of the period. Rarely can I recommend a book so wholeheartedly.” Dr James Bosbotinis, Naval Review