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As it says on the tin - let's say that the Wilhelmshaven and Kiel Mutinies never occur or are suppressed in their early stages. The Naval Order of October 24th is carried out, and the High Seas Fleet sets sail to meet the Grand Fleet in a final battle. Who would win this confrontation?

Personally, my money would be on the RN emerging victorious, as British morale was high while German morale was low (even if the mutinies are avoided, there would still be discontent amongst sailors), major improvements to the state of the Grand Fleet had taken place since Jutland, and British officers were anticipating and preparing for such a battle to take place.

But what are your thoughts?

(Also, as a related question, what impact would no Kiel Mutiny have on domestic German politics?)
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