The Germans came, and they didn't plan to leave after they came, under the cover of the ex-dreadnoughts, well, yes, you read that right, the ex-dreadnoughts, after successfully plowing all the places in the Gulf of Riga that could be called batteries, the main forces of the German High Seas Fleet went to the vicinity of the Gulf of Finland, blocked the Russian fleet to death, and established a temporary supply point on the island of Gotland. The fire support of the Gulf of Riga was entrusted to the few remaining ex-dreadnoughts, although the largest caliber guns on these ships were no more than 11-inch L40 classes. But don't forget. Even the long-barreled 150 guns, which can only be used as secondary guns on battleships, are army-level artillery, and this is still the German Army, if it is the Russian Army, I am afraid that all the Russian Army does not have many long-barreled 6-inch land guns. Therefore, even if the former dreadnought fights the other party, it is definitely a casual rhythm, provided that it is within reach.

"I've been pitted!" When Scheer saw the telegram from the General Staff, he angrily threw it aside! "These goose-plucking guys! These shameless guys! "It turned out that the elite of the German Army ...... after landing in the Gulf of Riga They began to develop in depth under the cover of naval guns, but soon they found that once they got out of 15km, the naval guns were almost useless and out of reach. And because it has already invaded the hinterland of Tsarist Russia, the resistance is even more fierce! The quality and equipment of the Russian * team are not good, but the personnel are enough! The onslaught of the sea of men weighed down the German Army, which had landed in small numbers, and could not continue to advance. Heavy artillery and even fortress guns were transported to the front by rail. For the first time, the Russian Army had an advantage in firepower! . …。

However, it is clear that the German Army does not have enough stocks to supply a large number of heavy artillery to the tens of thousands of elites fighting in the Gulf of Riga while supporting operations on both the eastern and western fronts. None of the German army divisions have 6-inch canons. Where to go now, to find them heavy artillery that can suppress the opponent's artillery? And it's hard to transport! As a result, just when everyone was worried, Ludendorff slapped his thigh and said, this is easy! Aren't there ready-made ones on the former dreadnoughts of the Navy? Those light cruisers and battleships had a large vote of 150 guns, 105 guns and 88 anti-mine guns. Some are even ear cannons! This thing can be dismantled and put on the shelling and can be used! What's more, there are ready-made gunners and shells! The British had marines in the Boer War that year. Why can't we Germans do this? And it's a completely no-brainer deal! The price is nothing more than an approval!

And so. In addition to sending the army home, and then providing them with fire cover, the sad high seas fleet will also be demolished by the army! Although Schell was reluctant to do so, he still couldn't stop his brothers from happily unloading a gun from the battleship. Mounted on the army's artillery mounts to participate in battles. But don't talk about it, with the support of the navy. The efficiency was indeed much higher, and with the support of reinforcements from afar, the German troops who landed in the Gulf of Riga began to slowly advance ..........

In just half a month, German troops in Riga completely occupied the surrounding area. And the establishment of relevant logistics support facilities. The idea of letting the Russians drive Germany to the sea has become a complete flash in the pan. The Russians, knowing that they could no longer do anything, began to distance themselves and build fortifications against the next German attack. Although the fighting in the Riga direction has temporarily quieted down. But the frontal battlefield was completely turned upside down. The main forces of the German Eastern Front began to launch a centripetal assault in the direction of St. Petersburg, and the Austro-Hungarian Army and the Turkish Army went on the offensive in the direction of Ukraine. Ukraine is the granary of Russia, as long as Ukraine is taken over, in the absence of foreign aid, it will be a problem for the Russians to eat, so what is there to talk about war?

Of course, maybe Huaxia might sell grain to the Russians. But with the tragic capacity of the Trans-Siberian Railway and the huge population of the Russians, even selling it to grain is almost a drop in the bucket! The Allied Powers were almost ruthless, and after receiving a constant supply from China by sea, the Allied Army, which had been trapped in a shortage of supplies, had no worries! The war to end Russia once and for all began! This time. The Allies destroyed not only the Russian army, but everything that supported the regime! The population, the ruling structure, the supply of goods, everything, everything will be wiped out under the attack of the League* team! …………。

The Russian government is really scared. The previous strategy of delaying through large populations and vast lands does not seem to be able to defeat the enemy in front of them. Because the current situation of war has changed, and it is no longer the era in which the war can be continued by relying on population and food. He needs a complete industrial system to support him. It is necessary to continuously convert various resources into weapons and various tools to sustain it. Russian industry is hardly worth mentioning compared with Germany, and a considerable part of this unworthy industry is still occupied or about to be occupied, and Russia's combat power is close to the limit. And the foundations that support this battle are about to collapse! The Russians are fighting back with their best efforts, but in the eyes of the discerning person, this is just a flashback!

Facing the threat of collapse. Nicholas II began to mobilize all the forces that could be mobilized to block the opponent's attack. The age of enlistment was once again expanded, and many gray-bearded elderly people and underage children were also drawn into the ranks. The troops that were drawn as far as possible began to assemble to the front. Kolchak's marines, which were originally part of the Navy, will also be transferred from the shipyard near St. Petersburg...... They will serve as the backbone of the defense against the Russian attack on the Riga side. And the navy under the command of Essen is also preparing for the final battle.........

"In Tallinn. We cannot set the battlefield in St. Petersburg, which is our capital. It is also the cradle of the Russian Navy. Essen said with a long sigh. Essen was right, St. Petersburg was definitely the largest Russian naval shipbuilding base at that time, the Baltic Shipyard. A series of well-known warship production enterprises, such as the Admiral Shipyard, are located near St. Petersburg. It has the best port facilities in Russia, a comprehensive shipbuilding industry, and the beginning of the Russian naval dream!

"Your Excellency, do you think we can win? Although the Germans were not necessarily able to occupy St. Petersburg. Kolchak paused and continued: "But their naval guns are enough to reduce everything under the banner of St. Andrew to ashes. Originally, Kolcha wanted to say that St. Petersburg could not be defended, but after thinking about it, he finally changed his tune.

"Do you think I'm trying to keep the shipyard?" Essen's already gloomy face suddenly showed a trace of hideousness and ruthlessness! "I'm going to buy time for the complete destruction of the shipyard facilities! They're too big! It's so sturdy! So much so that when it was built, the possible situation of facing the enemy was already taken into account. I need time and supplies! ”

"General, are you crazy?" Kolchak said dumbfounded. said. Kolchak took a few steps back. Just pull out the gun, as a naval admiral. Well, it's the general of the Marine Corps, he just can't stand it. Even if this sentence was uttered by the boss he has always admired! …。

"Originally, I was going to let you carry out this final mission. But alas, you're going to war. Essen didn't even look at Kolchak next to him with a panicked face. Instead, he walked to the map and said, "See, the Germans have 4 Caesar-class battleships are also here." The number of their capital ships here reached 14 units. There are more than 100 auxiliary warships combined! The total tonnage is more than 500,000 tons! Tell me, how long will my fleet hold out, even with the cover of minefields and shore artillery? The strength of the other side is at least 3 times more than ours! I have experienced the offensive and defensive battles of Batavia, and the Chinese navy dared to attack the port of Batavia when the strength was almost similar, although the Germans may have been worse, but with the support of such a huge superior force, it was only a matter of time before the defense line was breached. What is even more frightening is that we do not have enough world and materials to run in this direction. And this line of defense, in addition to the sea, is also to defend against attacks from land! ”

God knows if the German Navy will replicate the operation in the Gulf of Riga, landing directly on the outskirts of Tallinn and then flanking this last line of defense of the Russian Navy! Essen knew very well that the German Navy was not a matter of ability but of attitude to break through this line of defense, and if it did not want to fight, it naturally could not break it. If they want to fight, all they can do is stall for time. And it's not easy to procrastinate. Now under the cover of naval guns, the Germans have begun to pull out the outer batteries and minefields in the sea. Even submarines snuck in and began attacking Russian ships in the Gulf of Finland. What the? You ask what the destroyers and submarines of the Russians are doing? …………。

Although outside the port of Danzig, the Russian fleet was in great prowess and directly sank a large number of old warships of the German Navy. But old dogs also have a few teeth. Fearless before a vote, but also collapsed the Russians before they died! The main battleship was naturally fine, but in the smoke, the Germans were able to beat the Russian auxiliary battleship badly, and after the First World War, the Russian destroyer fleet, which was already small, was disabled. And the submarine also suffered heavy losses in a series of attrition. All right...... The Russians did not have a few submarines.

Essen tried his best to improve the defense around Tallinn, but later found that no matter how hard the Russian Navy tried, the speed of deployment was not as fast as that of the German Navy! Supposedly, after gradually weakening the defenses near Tallinn, the German High Seas Fleet should launch a general offensive. At present, all the capital ships of the Russian Navy together cannot defeat 4 Bismarck-class battleships. But the Germans seemed to be waiting for something. The main fleet did not launch a general offensive, but continued to confront. "What the hell are the Germans doing? Destroy us, and they will be the true Baltic kings! Essen couldn't figure it out.

It's not just Essen who doesn't understand. Scheer doesn't get it either! Why didn't the top brass let themselves do it? Is it obvious that the fight is just a matter of a few days, and it is over with direct pushing. What a hassle. But after receiving a telegram, Scheer was happy, this was the happiest thing he had this year, and he was not even so happy when the 4 Bismarck-class battleships were in service! …。

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