Chapter 595: The Battle of Destiny (Asking for a Monthly Pass)
"Ladies and gentlemen, the batch of capital ships purchased by the British Empire from the United States has completed the run-in. Everything is ready. Vice Admiral Martin was ready to lead the fleet and return to England to take part in a decisive battle with the Germans. Churchill said.
"In that case, then we will have thirty-six capital ships involved in the decisive battle. In terms of the number of capital ships, it is already no less than the Germans! Italian Admiral Paolo said excitedly.
The Kingdom of Italy played no role in the war. However, their six capital ships were what the British urgently needed now. So, although I look down on these Italians from the bottom of my heart. But whether it was Churchill or John? Admiral Jericho was kind to Admiral Paul. This was almost impossible to happen when the Royal Navy of the British Empire dominated the world.
"True, although the Germans are strong. But if the three of us are united, we still have a great chance of winning. Churchill said.
"Everyone, let's go to the office to discuss the specific battle plan!" Churchill said.
Admiral Ramey and Admiral Paul, of course, will not have any objection to this.
When the secretary brought coffee and then withdrew, only Churchill and John were left in the office. Admiral Jericho, Admiral Lame, and Admiral Paul are four.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to tell you solemnly. The outcome of this decisive battle will have a bearing on the fate of our respective countries. If, we are able to defeat the Germans. Then, the current decline on the battlefield will be completely changed. We will no longer be passive, but even gradually take the initiative. It is not impossible to reverse the situation step by step and defeat the Germans again. What this means for our countries is well understood. Churchill said.
Admiral Lame and Admiral Paul both nodded with serious faces. They naturally knew that this war was already very unfavorable for the Entente. If no miracle happens, they will even lose the war completely. Therefore, this joint operation of the navies of the three countries has been regarded by various countries as the last straw. If it fails, it's all over. The leaders of all countries have called them and asked them to do their best in this naval battle and must win.
Churchill was pleased with the reaction of Admiral Lame and Admiral Paul, who continued: "So, in this operation, we have to solve other problems and work together to make sure that our combat effectiveness can be fully utilized." ”
"In order to better command the fleet, I propose that the combined fleet of the three countries be formally established, led by John? Admiral Jericho served as commander. Do you have any objections? Churchill then asked.
By John? Admiral Jericho will command the fleet, and there is no way to do it. Although, in the last decisive battle, John? Admiral Jericho failed. However, there is no doubt that he has done his best. The reason for the defeat is simply because the enemy is too strong.
"France has no opinion." Admiral Lame said.
Admiral Paul shook his head as well.
After all, the British Navy is still the strongest in the combined fleet. In addition to the 8 capital ships that are now moored at Mercambe Bay, there are 12 capital ships purchased from the United States. Combined, there are already 20 of them. This already accounts for more than half of all capital ships of the entire Combined Fleet. Also, John? Admiral Jericho had fought against the German Navy and was quite experienced. Let him command the fleet, better than let someone with no combat experience at all take command, right? After all, this is a war at stake in the fate of the country, and there is no room for sloppiness.
"Well, then, the two of them will be the deputy commanders of the Combined Fleet. You still command your own fleet. As for the Chief of Staff of the Fleet, it was headed by Davy? Lieutenant Betty will serve in the future. Churchill continued.
Admiral Lame and Admiral Paul also have no objection to this. It's already nice to be able to command your own country's fleet. At least you don't have to worry about being used as cannon fodder by the British in the decisive battle.
"General Jericho, let's introduce the specific battle plan!" Churchill said.
"Yes, Your Excellency." John? Admiral Jericho nodded.
"Ladies and gentlemen, this time our decisive battle with the Germans is planned to be formed in the western seas of England. First, a fleet of 12 battleships, led by Vice Admiral Martin, was to launch an attack on the German fleet of broken diplomatic relations. At the same time, we led the main forces of the Combined Fleet from the Irish Sea to cut off the retreat of the German broken fleet. Strive to inflict as much damage as possible on the Germans' broken fleet before the main German fleet arrives. If you could, it would be better to take out all those battlecruisers of the Germans' broken fleet. In this way, we will be able to have an even greater advantage in the fight against the main fleet of the Germans. "John? Admiral Jericho said.
The battle plan of the British Navy is not new. To put it bluntly, it is to gather superior forces and first solve the German Navy's broken fleet. Then a decisive battle with the main fleet of the German Navy. In this case, the Combined Fleet will have a great advantage in terms of strength.
"General Jericho, the Germans' broken fleet is made up of fast battle cruisers, can we catch them?" Admiral Lame asked.
"We have barely figured out the cruising route of the German broken fleet. In this way, we will be able to set up an ambush in advance. Mobilize a large number of warships to surround them. Then attract more German warships to come, inflict heavy damage on them, and annihilate them as much as possible! "John? Admiral Jericho said.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the Germans are too strong. If we rush into a full-scale duel with them, we won't have much chance of winning. Our only chance of winning is to weaken them step by step, and then defeat them. There is no other way. Churchill said.
"Your Excellency, then let's do it!" Admiral Lame said.
"Your Excellency, when is the specific time?" Admiral Paul asked.
"I will give the order to Vice Admiral Martin today to lead the fleet and set off. In this way, after four days, it will be possible to launch an attack on the German broken fleet. In other words, this decisive battle will begin in four days! Churchill said.
Both Admiral Lame and Admiral Paul nodded their heads and had no objection to this. What they care about is not when they will fight the German Navy, but whether they can win the German Navy.