Western Atlantic, a huge fleet is sailing on the sea. One by one, Capital Ships and aircraft carriers were divided into multiple fleets according to different formations and lined up on the sea, looking majestic.
In order to ensure the safety of these Capital Ships and aircraft carriers, American Navy deployed a large number of cruisers and destroyers to provide these Capital Ships and aircraft carriers with air defense and anti-submarine protection. After all, the performance of Carrier-based aircraft of German Navy is better than that of American Navy. German submarines is even more densely covered in Atlantic Ocean. Although United States has not officially declared war on Germany, American Navy has already launched a large-scale campaign. All fools know that American Navy is going towards German Navy. Therefore, once German submarines finds an opportunity, he will definitely attack American fleet.
The flagship of American fleet is also the aircraft carrier 'Essex', the flagship of 1st Carrier Fleet. As the mass-produced 'Essex-class 0' of American Navy The first ship of the ' aircraft carrier represents the large-scale development of American Navy aircraft carrier and Carrier-based aircraft, which has replaced Capital Ships and become the real main force of the navy. You know, American Navy plans to build thirty-two ships. If the performance of this aircraft carrier is not excellent enough, will American Navy be determined to build so many of them?
On the aircraft carrier 'Essex', Admiral Nimitz and Lieutenant General Halsey were chatting.
After the fleet entered Atlantic Ocean, they have been in radio silence to ensure that their position will not be found by German Navy's radio monitoring equipment. Once traces are discovered, it will undoubtedly mean that they will face a fierce battle. After all, in a naval battle with the aircraft carrier Carrier-based aircraft as the main means of attack, launching the attack first means having a great advantage.
Admiral Nimitz stood on the ship island of Essex Battleship, looking at the busy flight deck and the mighty fleet, and he was undoubtedly very excited. He was filled with pride for being able to command such a large fleet. Of course, at the same time, he could also feel how heavy the responsibility was on his shoulders. It can be said that in this naval battle, American Navy made a desperate move. If it fails, then American Navy will be completely doomed. In fact, even United States will lose completely in this war. Therefore, Admiral Nimitz told himself that they could never lose in this naval battle and must do their best to win this naval battle.
"General, it is still too reluctant to start a war with German Navy now. Our strength is not enough to form an advantage over German Navy!" Lieutenant General Halsey sighed.
Admiral Nimitz nodded, he knew what Lieutenant General Halsey meant. In terms of the number of aircraft carriers and Capital Ships, American Navy has no advantage. In terms of performance of Carrier-based aircraft, they also have no advantage. Under such circumstances, in a decisive battle with German Navy, you can imagine how difficult it is to win.
If we can wait for a while until American Navy has served on more aircraft carriers and F4U fighter plane has completely replaced F4F fighter plane and become the main force of American Navy's carrier-based fighters, then the possibility of American Navy defeating German Navy will be much greater.
Although German Navy is also building aircraft carriers quickly, judging from the information obtained by American Navy, German Navy's construction speed is not as good as American Navy.
There are still 12 'Essex-class' aircraft carriers under construction in United States's shipyard. There are also a total of 12 'Essex-class' aircraft carriers, which are being planned to be built. With the entry into the wartime system, more and more shipyards will begin to join in the construction of warships, which will greatly speed up the construction of warships American Navy. In that case, American Navy will become stronger and stronger, and it is not impossible to catch up with German Navy. After all, there are only four aircraft carriers under construction in German Navy's shipyard, the 'Sovereign-class' aircraft carrier, and the first batch of 'Nordic God-class' aircraft carriers. The second batch of four ships is also being planned to be built.
The reason is that although Germany's industry is very powerful, in addition to the navy that consumes a lot of resources, the army's tanks, armored vehicles, artillery, firearms, ammunition and Truck, and the air force's fighter jets, Bomber, and transport aircraft also require a lot of resources. Even the helicopters Germany are undergoing mass production, as well as the transport ships, tank landing ships and amphibious assault ships being built by the Navy, etc., also require a lot of resources. This also makes it impossible for Germany to use all resources in the construction of aircraft carriers. The progress of aircraft carrier construction has also been affected. But even so, German Navy believes that they can defeat the challenges of any other country with their existing advantages.
But it is a pity that the current situation is not good for United States, and United States does not have so much time. Therefore, they had to join the war as soon as possible and find a way to defeat Germany as soon as possible. Otherwise, United States may have to fight alone by then.
"General Halsey, there is no way around it. Our enemies are gradually defeating our allies. Under the attack of the Germany people, our allies are about to be unable to hold on. Therefore, at this time we must go to war." Admiral Nimitz said somewhat helplessly.
As a naval general, he naturally hopes to launch an attack after being fully prepared. However, he can understand President Roosevelt at the same time. For overall consideration, launching an attack now is the best option. However, this also puts American Navy under tremendous pressure. They must try their best to win.
"Your Excellency Commander, Telegram was sent from China!" a staff officer reported.
Admiral Nimitz After reading Telegram, his face suddenly became serious.
After Lieutenant General Halsey noticed Admiral Nimitz's expression, he also had a bad feeling in his heart.
"What's wrong? General." Lieutenant General Halsey asked.
"General Halsey, it seems that the Germany people are more cautious than we thought! According to the information we just received, the main force of German Navy has been dispatched. German Navy's Home Fleet, Atlantic Fleet and Mediterranean Fleet have all been dispatched. This time, we may be in trouble!" Admiral Nimitz said with a bitter smile.
"What? Even Mediterranean Fleet of Germany's people are dispatched?" Lieutenant General Halsey was also shocked. Obviously, German Navy dispatched Mediterranean Fleet, which means that German Navy is preparing for a decisive battle with American Navy.