The Rise of the Empire
Chapter 322： Port of Kiel! Army attack!
I have been to the Kiel Naval Port many times, and it is not once or twice to see the German high seas fleet anchored in the port, but this time, Prince Ruprecht really felt a majestic and hideous atmosphere. It seems that the tiger who has been asleep for a long time opened its eyes, stretched out its sharp claws, ready to pounce on its prey! Those warships anchored in the port are no longer just furnishings and decorations, but a piece of war machine built with the highest industrial and technological level of mankind! These existences like ancient giants are finally going to show off!
"The navy built by the empire for decades is finally about to play its role. We can have this day, and thank you, dear Prince of Bavaria." Admiral von Boll said sincerely beside him.
"Me?!" The prince was slightly taken aback.
"Yes, before the outbreak of the Toshima naval battle, the Imperial Navy was actually in confusion. We realized the importance of the navy and spared no effort to build this navy, but we regarded it as a bargaining chip, not a weapon. We have always stayed on the idea of relying on the army to win the opponent, and then relying on the navy to deter the opponent. The navy is more a political tool than a means of attack."
"But after the Toshima naval battle, you made us understand that the real deterrence of the navy is not just that they stay in the port as a fleet of existence. What is more important is the determination and ability to use this force correctly. Because of your performance in the Far East, you let the world know for the first time the strength of the German navy, and at the same time strengthened the Empire’s determination to use the navy, and our plans fell from paper to reality."
"If there is no Toshima naval battle, without you, I am afraid that in this incident, the navy can still only be trapped in the North Sea. Our value, the value of the imperial navy building will be ignored." Admiral von Boll's words carry a trace. Tribute.
"I am very pleased that the Empire has finally taken this step, but at present we are only a novice who dares to brighten the sword. If we use this fleet, how to make this long sword fit the Empire's strategy requires careful attention. Considered. We have just taken the first step." The prince said meaningfully.
Looking around, the elite of the entire German High Seas Fleet gathered together! From north to south, the Caesar Frederick III, Caesar Wilhelm II, Caesar Wilhelm the Great, Brandenburg and Weissenburg, the five battleships of the High Seas Fleet are in battle on the battle line. The indisputable core strength! According to previous standards, the Caesar-class battleship equipped with six 12-inch l40 turret guns is almost close to the level of dreadnoughts. Even in the first battle in history, it is barely possible to fight on the battle line!
Then, the fast fleet of the Imperial Navy, three Mainz-class armored cruisers and three Munich-class armored cruisers lined up a little further away. After final consultations, three Munich-class armored cruisers with more than 6 years of age were ordered to stay in China, and the main fleet will be accompanied by three Mainz-class armored cruisers, namely Mainz and Prince Albert. Number and Luen!
These three German second-generation armored cruisers have surpassed all the last-generation armored cruisers in history, including Rurik 2, Pisa, Minotaur, and even the first-generation Battlecruiser Invincible in history. Can't fight. After all, the latter only has 6-inch armor... After changing to a new armor-piercing bullet, there is a chance if the distance is relatively close!
"Well, everyone, let's finalize our previous plan." The prince said after boarding the conference room of the Caesar Frederick III.
"Let’s talk about our opponent first. Under the current circumstances, we have eliminated the battleship Charlemagne and the battleship remaining in West Africa. The French still have about 10 relatively new battleships in their hands. After we head north for the Spey Fleet, we will also have 10 capital ships, a total of 6 battleships and 4 armored cruisers."
"On the surface, the number of 10,000-ton battleships on both sides is almost the same. The French have a large number of cruisers as auxiliary forces. Fortunately, our single-ship combat power is much higher than our opponents, and the French fleet is divided on the west coast of France and the Mediterranean. According to current intelligence, the fleet on the west coast of France has a total of 3 battleships and 1 armored cruiser. Two of the other 6 battleships are undergoing port maintenance and repair, which means that the entire French Mediterranean fleet can also be mobilized. There are only 5 battleships and a few cruisers!"
"If, I mean, if the French choose to take irrational actions, our fleet will have an absolute advantage, provided that we can jam the Strait of Gibraltar and prevent the confluence of the French fleet!" Admiral Ball said.
Although the primary task of the fleet this time is to drive the warship to the coast of Lisbon, and then use naval guns to force Portugal to subdue, but since this incident in Africa, God knows how the French will react excessively. Then waste. Although the Germans do not want to have a large-scale pk directly with France, and it is estimated that the French will not dare to do a large-scale pk with themselves, there must be a preparation for everything.
"The most important thing is the attitude of the British Mediterranean Fleet. Although from the current point of view, the British are only verbal support for France, but the powerful British Mediterranean Fleet still cannot be ignored. The Royal Navy has deployed at least 10 first-class ships there. And a second-class battleship."
"For the movements of the British fleet, we have arranged a relatively complete monitoring system. Our camouflage notification ship has entered the Mediterranean ~www.novelhall.com~ and the Austro-Hungarian Empire also expressed its willingness to help us monitor the British fleet in the Mediterranean. If people take changes, we will at least not know it."
"In order to ensure the connection between the fleet and the mainland, we have also negotiated with Spain to use the Spanish telegraph system to transmit our information. Of course, in addition to the information transmission system on the surface, we also have radio relays. The ship serves as a backup.” Admiral Ball then said about the possible situation and the prepared plan.
"Now there is still a very important question. How did your Majesty arrange the movements of the fleet after performing the deterrence mission? The two orders recently issued by your Majesty are somewhat conflicting. The previous one said that you can cruise in the East Atlantic for a while. , And the most recent order is to return home as appropriate."
Various plans have been discussed several times. The senior German navy is already aware of the current situation, but the most critical issue is that the German senior’s response is not clear. At this time, the Kaiser is still hesitating and sometimes radical. , Sometimes withdraw, which makes Boll and others feel very uneasy.
"Grass, what do you look at me? I don't know what the moral emperor meant!" Looking at the executives present, the prince was equally depressed. The German emperor did not make up his mind, and I have nothing to do!
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"The navy built by the empire for decades is finally about to play its role. We can have this day, and thank you, dear Prince of Bavaria." Admiral von Boll said sincerely beside him.
"Me?!" The prince was slightly taken aback.
"Yes, before the outbreak of the Toshima naval battle, the Imperial Navy was actually in confusion. We realized the importance of the navy and spared no effort to build this navy, but we regarded it as a bargaining chip, not a weapon. We have always stayed on the idea of relying on the army to win the opponent, and then relying on the navy to deter the opponent. The navy is more a political tool than a means of attack."
"But after the Toshima naval battle, you made us understand that the real deterrence of the navy is not just that they stay in the port as a fleet of existence. What is more important is the determination and ability to use this force correctly. Because of your performance in the Far East, you let the world know for the first time the strength of the German navy, and at the same time strengthened the Empire’s determination to use the navy, and our plans fell from paper to reality."
"If there is no Toshima naval battle, without you, I am afraid that in this incident, the navy can still only be trapped in the North Sea. Our value, the value of the imperial navy building will be ignored." Admiral von Boll's words carry a trace. Tribute.
"I am very pleased that the Empire has finally taken this step, but at present we are only a novice who dares to brighten the sword. If we use this fleet, how to make this long sword fit the Empire's strategy requires careful attention. Considered. We have just taken the first step." The prince said meaningfully.
Looking around, the elite of the entire German High Seas Fleet gathered together! From north to south, the Caesar Frederick III, Caesar Wilhelm II, Caesar Wilhelm the Great, Brandenburg and Weissenburg, the five battleships of the High Seas Fleet are in battle on the battle line. The indisputable core strength! According to previous standards, the Caesar-class battleship equipped with six 12-inch l40 turret guns is almost close to the level of dreadnoughts. Even in the first battle in history, it is barely possible to fight on the battle line!
Then, the fast fleet of the Imperial Navy, three Mainz-class armored cruisers and three Munich-class armored cruisers lined up a little further away. After final consultations, three Munich-class armored cruisers with more than 6 years of age were ordered to stay in China, and the main fleet will be accompanied by three Mainz-class armored cruisers, namely Mainz and Prince Albert. Number and Luen!
These three German second-generation armored cruisers have surpassed all the last-generation armored cruisers in history, including Rurik 2, Pisa, Minotaur, and even the first-generation Battlecruiser Invincible in history. Can't fight. After all, the latter only has 6-inch armor... After changing to a new armor-piercing bullet, there is a chance if the distance is relatively close!
"Well, everyone, let's finalize our previous plan." The prince said after boarding the conference room of the Caesar Frederick III.
"Let’s talk about our opponent first. Under the current circumstances, we have eliminated the battleship Charlemagne and the battleship remaining in West Africa. The French still have about 10 relatively new battleships in their hands. After we head north for the Spey Fleet, we will also have 10 capital ships, a total of 6 battleships and 4 armored cruisers."
"On the surface, the number of 10,000-ton battleships on both sides is almost the same. The French have a large number of cruisers as auxiliary forces. Fortunately, our single-ship combat power is much higher than our opponents, and the French fleet is divided on the west coast of France and the Mediterranean. According to current intelligence, the fleet on the west coast of France has a total of 3 battleships and 1 armored cruiser. Two of the other 6 battleships are undergoing port maintenance and repair, which means that the entire French Mediterranean fleet can also be mobilized. There are only 5 battleships and a few cruisers!"
"If, I mean, if the French choose to take irrational actions, our fleet will have an absolute advantage, provided that we can jam the Strait of Gibraltar and prevent the confluence of the French fleet!" Admiral Ball said.
Although the primary task of the fleet this time is to drive the warship to the coast of Lisbon, and then use naval guns to force Portugal to subdue, but since this incident in Africa, God knows how the French will react excessively. Then waste. Although the Germans do not want to have a large-scale pk directly with France, and it is estimated that the French will not dare to do a large-scale pk with themselves, there must be a preparation for everything.
"The most important thing is the attitude of the British Mediterranean Fleet. Although from the current point of view, the British are only verbal support for France, but the powerful British Mediterranean Fleet still cannot be ignored. The Royal Navy has deployed at least 10 first-class ships there. And a second-class battleship."
"For the movements of the British fleet, we have arranged a relatively complete monitoring system. Our camouflage notification ship has entered the Mediterranean ~www.novelhall.com~ and the Austro-Hungarian Empire also expressed its willingness to help us monitor the British fleet in the Mediterranean. If people take changes, we will at least not know it."
"In order to ensure the connection between the fleet and the mainland, we have also negotiated with Spain to use the Spanish telegraph system to transmit our information. Of course, in addition to the information transmission system on the surface, we also have radio relays. The ship serves as a backup.” Admiral Ball then said about the possible situation and the prepared plan.
"Now there is still a very important question. How did your Majesty arrange the movements of the fleet after performing the deterrence mission? The two orders recently issued by your Majesty are somewhat conflicting. The previous one said that you can cruise in the East Atlantic for a while. , And the most recent order is to return home as appropriate."
Various plans have been discussed several times. The senior German navy is already aware of the current situation, but the most critical issue is that the German senior’s response is not clear. At this time, the Kaiser is still hesitating and sometimes radical. , Sometimes withdraw, which makes Boll and others feel very uneasy.
"Grass, what do you look at me? I don't know what the moral emperor meant!" Looking at the executives present, the prince was equally depressed. The German emperor did not make up his mind, and I have nothing to do!
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