Last time, in order to support Britain, United States sold almost all of his navy Capital Ships to Britain people. Of course, this transaction had a strong sense of taking advantage of others. Americans made a lot of money from it.
But in just a few years, United States's strong industrial strength enabled them to regain a group of powerful Capital Ships. Once again, American Navy developed into a powerful navy second only to German Navy. But unfortunately, their second naval power did not exist for long before they were once again beaten back to their original shape by the Germany people.
"Your Excellency, the strength of the Germany people's aircraft carrier is obviously more powerful than the last time World War was built. It seems that although the Germany people have not built Capital Ships in recent years, they are still concerned about the construction of aircraft carriers. The design has gone even further. Our first aircraft carrier has just started construction. Therefore, we need to further increase our investment in order to catch up with the Germany people. Otherwise, we will never be able to defeat them." Minister Daniels said.
Woodrow President Wilson nodded. "I will find a way to persuade Congress to give the Navy a special appropriation specifically for the development of aircraft carriers. In the future, we will definitely build a powerful Carrier Fleet force that is absolutely not inferior to Germany people."
Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo nodded, although now United States's financial pressure is already very great. However, in the case of the navy's disastrous defeat, they must find ways to invest huge sums of money in developing the navy so that the navy can quickly recover its strength and even become stronger. Otherwise, United States's national security cannot be guaranteed, let alone against Germany. Unless United States is willing to give up the fight for hegemony and willingly accept the suppression of Germany. Otherwise, military investment is indispensable.
"Your Excellency, the Navy has failed. So what should we do next? There are still more than 40,000 Marine Corps officers and soldiers on Azores." Minister Garrison said.
After American Navy failed, US Marine Corps who logged in to Azores became a lone army. With logistical supplies completely cut off, they wouldn't be able to hold on for much longer. Even before the logistics are cut off, they will be wiped out by the Germany people using the navy's Naval Gun.
"Marine Corps can still hold on on Azores?" Minister Garrison shook his head.
"In terms of supplies, we have transported a lot. It is enough for more than 40,000 people for three months. However, the Germany people will not give us that long. Their Naval Gun will keep firing. By then, Marine Corps will suffer heavy casualties," Garrison said.
"Your Excellency, we may consider bowing to the Germany people. In this case, our tens of thousands of troops can be withdrawn. However, if we bow to the Germany people, their asking price will definitely be quite high." Secretary of State Bryan said.
Now that the war has been lost, they have to figure out how to deal with the aftermath. With the navy completely defeated, Marine Corps cannot afford to lose anymore. US Marine Corps, there are only more than 100,000 people in total, and this is the strength after the army expansion. The 1st Division and the 2nd Division are even more elite among them. If it is lost, US Marine Corps will really be severely damaged.
"Lower your head?" The expression on Woodrow? President Wilson's face kept changing. If possible, he certainly doesn't want to bow to the Germany people. But now, they seem to be forced to the point of no return.
"Gentlemen, what do you think?" Woodrow? President Wilson asked. There was undoubtedly some reluctance in his heart.
"Your Excellency, there is no way around this. This time, we lost again. If we don't admit defeat, the losses will only be greater." McAdoo said.
Garrison and Daniels also nodded. Although this result is undoubtedly too bitter for them. However, they can only swallow this bitter pill by themselves! Otherwise, they will pay a higher price.
"Okay, Your Excellency Secretary of State, contact the Germany people and tell them that this conflict is just a misunderstanding. I hope it will not affect the relationship between our two countries. The most important thing is that the Ministry The troops stationed on Azores must retreat safely. If the conditions of Germany are not too harsh, we can consider agreeing to them," said Woodrow President Wilson.
"Yes, Your Excellency, President." Bryan nodded. However, he thought that this was undoubtedly a very difficult task. The navies on both sides almost lost their minds. How could it be a misunderstanding? American Navy But the whole army was almost wiped out!
Of course, even after suffering such a big loss. If Germany people agree that this is a misunderstanding, it will undoubtedly be very beneficial to United States. In this case, they will be able to suffer less losses. However, Bryan knows that this is almost impossible. Germany people have such a good opportunity, how could they let it go so easily? If the tens of thousands of people on Azores want to return to United States safely, US government will have to pay an extremely heavy price for this. Even if the talks fail, tens of thousands of people will all die in Azores. Thinking of this, Bryan couldn't help but shudder.
British Cabinet, learned the news of the fiasco at almost the same time.
British Prime Minister Churchill looked as if this was indeed the case, as if he had expected American fleet to fail.
"The Germany people are not that easy to deal with. Americans is still a little too eager. If they wait for a while, they will have greater strength. In that case, they may not be able to challenge the Germany people. Now, more than ten Capital Ships ships have been lost again. To rebuild, it will take a lot of time and a lot of financial resources. It is really not cost-effective." Churchill said.
"Now, Americans should worry about how to deal with the aftermath. Germany people have a lot of troubles!" Foreign Minister Edward Sir Gray said.
"It's probably very difficult! Germany people will not tolerate Americans's behavior." Churchill said.
Indeed, German Emperor Oscar was very dissatisfied with Americans's actions this time and was determined to punish Americans. How could it be that a misunderstanding could be explained clearly?