United States Special Envoy Hopkins left Tokyo on B-17 Bomber and flew back to United States's homeland. Foreign Minister Shigenori Tōgō went to the airport to see him off in person. This time, Hopkins left with a smile. His trip to Island Nation was generally very smooth.
Although, Island Nation people were very greedy during the talks. But that's nothing. As long as the Island Nation people can fully devote themselves to the war and launch an attack on Germany, this is what US government wants to see.
After all, the benefits promised by US government can only be realized after defeating Germany. If we fail in the war, nothing will be possible.
US government is not afraid that Island Nation will go back on his word now. According to the information they obtained, Island Nation is indeed ready for war. Now it is ready and has to be launched. Besides, if Island Nation really dares to delay further, United States can immediately impose sanctions on Island Nation. After all, the supplies promised to Island Nation will not be shipped to Island Nation until the war breaks out. If Island Nation wants to continue to obtain supplies from United States, it must fulfill its promise and start a war with Germany.
After Hopkins left, the Island Nation government entered the final preparation stage for the war. Island Nation's Army and the navy have issued emergency war preparation orders. A large number of soldiers are returning to the military camp, waiting for the next order. Island Nation's Army and the navy's top brass are also discussing how to launch an attack. Since there is no overwhelming advantage, if Island Nation wants to win, he has to take a different approach.
Island Nation's Prime Minister Fumimaro Konoe, summoned Prime Minister Seishiro Itagaki, Army Chief of Staff Prince Kan'in Kotohito, Inspector General of Training Yoshizō Yamada, Navy Minister Mitsumasa Yonai, Chief of Naval Operations Oshimi Nagano and combined Fleet Commander Isoroku Yamamoto.
"Gentlemen, there are not many days left before Empire joins the war. This war is both a challenge and an opportunity for the Empire. I hope that you, Gentlemen, can lead Empire In the next war, the army will defeat Germany and win the war. The future of the Empire is in your hands!" Fumimaro Konoe Prime Minister said.
"Hi, Prime Minister." These Island Nation generals said one after another.
"So, do you have any plans for the next battle?" Fumimaro Konoe asked. He doesn't know much about war. But he knew that war should be left to professionals. Otherwise, casual intervention will only mess up the good situation. They are not the ones who endure the loss in the end. Therefore, Fumimaro Konoe just sets the general direction, such as participating in the war. The specific method of fighting is left to Army and Navy to decide on his own.
Island Nation's Army and Navy important generals looked at it, and Seishiro Itagaki said, "This time Empire launches an attack on South Seas and Australia, it will be a cross-sea expedition. Therefore, the first target to be solved is They are Pacific Fleet and Indian Ocean Fleet from Germany. Only by solving German navy can the army successfully land in South Seas and Australia and compete with the German Army stationed there!"
Fumimaro Konoe Prime Minister nodded and looked at the navy Three Chiefs.
"Prime Minister, although Imperial Navy's strength has developed rapidly over the years. But we have to admit that our foundation is too thin. Compared with Germany people, we have shortcomings in many aspects. That is, Even facing German Navy's Pacific Fleet and Indian Ocean Fleet, we are not sure of victory. After all, there are too many uncertain factors in a naval battle," Mitsumasa Yonai said.
"Let Admiral Yamamoto tell you the specific tactics!" Mitsumasa Yonai continued.
"Prime Minister, gentlemen. At present, Combined Fleet has completed its formation, and each ship has also completed overhaul and maintenance. All our warships are at the peak of their strength and can go to sea at any time. Now, there are 12 Combined Fleet in total. Battleship and four Battlecruiser formed four Capital Ships formations, and the eight aircraft carriers were divided into four Aircraft Carrier Formation, plus the cooperating heavy cruiser Light Cruiser. And destroyers, Combined Fleet has assembled more than one hundred and fifty battleships. From the strength of the fleet alone, we can easily crush German Navy Pacific Fleet or Indian Ocean Fleet. But unfortunately, Germany's. The two fleets cooperate with each other. This makes our strength roughly equal. Therefore, we must choose a suitable opportunity to attack German fleet. Otherwise, it will be difficult for us to defeat them!" Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto said.
Everyone, including Fumimaro Konoe, couldn't help but look serious. Even Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto and Fleet Commander are not confident of winning. This shows that it may be very difficult to win this naval battle.
"Admiral Yamamoto, without war, nothing is guaranteed. As long as we try our best to fight for it, I believe Amaterasu Omikami will definitely bless us. The final victory must belong to us!" Fumimaro Konoe Prime Minister said.
He did not criticize Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto harshly, because he knew that Island Nation Navy's last disastrous defeat had left many people with a shadow in their hearts. Although Island Nation Navy is getting stronger and stronger now. But the enemy's strength is undoubtedly more powerful. So, it's best to be cautious. A land battle that is incomparable to a naval battle. In land battles, you may be able to succeed with courage and a fearless style of fighting. However, naval battles are different. In many cases, in addition to relying on strength, you also have to rely on luck.
"According to the information we have received so far, German Navy Pacific Fleet is still staying in Lion City and the South China Sea. And Indian Ocean Fleet of German Navy has arrived in the eastern waters of Australia. It is possible that Kitakami, and Pacific Fleet join together to attack us. Therefore, Combined Fleet plans to attack one of the two fleets German Navy. If we can destroy them, we will win this naval battle. Which one to attack first depends on the situation," Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto said.
In fact, Island Nation Navy's Combined Fleet does not have a suitable combat plan now. Because the two fleets of German Navy are too far away from them. It's almost impossible to get closer without sound or odor. After all, German Navy also built airports and deployed many land-based aircraft on the islands on Pacific Ocean. South Seas also exists as German Air Force.