In the British War Cabinet meeting of 11 June 1917 reported the First Sea Lord (1)that he ordered to establish weekly convoys of oil tankers as a results of the recent large number lost. To compensate the losses was decided that 18 of the standard ships now under construction were converted into oil carriers.The need for oil became so critical that he suggested the War Cabinet to contact the USA for support.
Note
1. John Rushworth Jellicoe, 1st Earl Jellicoe (5 December Southampton, England 1859-Kensington London, England 20 November 1935), served in the Royal Navy between 1872-1919 ending his career in the rank of Admiral of the Fleet, First Sea Lord between 30 November 1916 and 10 January 1918 and commanded the Grand Fleet at the Battle of Jutland in May 1916. Governor-General of New Zealand 27 September 1920-12 December 1924.
Source
The National Archives, Kew Gardens, England, CAB 23-3-7
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