Leaders. The British were lead by the combined efforts of admiral John Jellicoe and Sir David Beatty. The Germans were lead by admiral Reinhardt Von Scheer and Admiral Von Hipper.
Soldiers and Casualties The battle involved 250 ships and 100,000 men all together. British casualties- 14 ships, 6,784 men Germany- 9 ships, 3,058 men.
Victors Both sides claim the win however German forces surrendered. Germany's claim is that they took down more ships. The British being that their fleet is still sea worthy.
Importance to the war. One of the main reasons this battle was fought was due to the blockade system the British made. After the battle had ended the British still remained in control of the north seas.