"How could this happen? How could German fleet appear there? Americans is their real enemy!" John? Admiral Tovey looked unbelievable, as if he still couldn't believe this fact.
Although British Royal Navy's strength has recovered a lot now, even if it is not as good as the one that dominated the world's oceans before the last World War, it can at least be regarded as the fourth naval power after Germany, United States and Island Nation.
But even so, John? Admiral Tovey does not think that British Royal Navy has the ability to fight against German Navy. After all, German Navy is undoubtedly much more powerful in comparison. German Navy is powerful enough to destroy British Navy in one fell swoop.
"Your Excellency Commander, this is a message sent back by our submarine at the risk of death. After sending back this letter Telegram, we can no longer contact them. There is a very high possibility that they have been sunk by Germany people." the staff officer reported.
John? Admiral Tovey nodded. He also knew that no matter what, he could not doubt the information obtained by the naval officers and soldiers who risked their lives. However, he really couldn't easily draw conclusions about such a big thing.
"Immediately send Telegram to the Naval Ministry and report the news to them. In addition, let Newfoundland's base take off the plane and focus on searching the southeastern sea area of Greenland. Be sure to find German fleet!" John? Admiral Tovey ordered.
"Yes, Your Excellency Commander." The staff officer immediately went to make arrangements.
Newfoundland is not far from the southeastern sea area of Greenland, but it is still outside the flight radius of the fighter jet. Even though British Navy is also equipped with many P-51 fighter jets jointly developed with United States, it is difficult for these aircraft to return home even if they carry auxiliary fuel tanks and fly to the southeastern sea area of Greenland. Therefore, only Reconnaissance Aircraft modified from heavy-duty Bomber, or seaplanes can be taken off.
However, both Reconnaissance Aircraft and seaplanes are very slow. It takes several hours to fly from Newfoundland to the southeastern waters of Greenland. And John? Admiral Tovey obviously couldn't wait that long, so he had to report to the Naval Ministry first. Wait until there is definite news and then make a supplementary report to the Naval Ministry.
First Sea Lord Dudley? Sir Dudley Pound After seeing the Telegram presented to him by the secretary, his face also became very ugly.
German Navy has been planning to launch an attack on Western Atlantic. Dudley Sir Dudley Pound is very clear about this. After all, after Russia fell, Germany was most likely to launch an attack on North America. This makes British Navy and American Navy both targets that German Navy must solve before logging in. Therefore, it is not surprising that German Navy is preparing to take action against British Navy. Dudley? Sir Dudley Pound.
"John? The Telegram sent by Admiral Tovey has many unclear points. Especially the scale of German fleet, can it be determined?" Dudley? Sir Dudley Pound asked.
"Your Excellency Sir, it was our submarine that discovered German fleet. But the submarine was sunk by Germany people after launching Telegram. Therefore, we cannot determine the scale of German fleet. However, judging from the information obtained so far, the scale of German fleet is not small. Atlantic Fleet has taken off Reconnaissance Aircraft and seaplanes to search the southeastern waters of Greenland, but it will take time to get exact information." The secretary replied.
Dudley Sir Dudley Pound nodded. "Prepare the car, I want to go Prime Minister's residence immediately!"
"Okay, Sir." The secretary immediately went to make arrangements.
Five minutes later, Dudley Sir Dudley Pound took a car, left Naval Ministry, and went to Prime Minister's residence.
Naval Ministry is not far from Prime Minister's residence, only a ten-minute drive away.
When Dudley Sir Dudley Pound arrived at Prime Minister's residence, Prime Minister Churchill was already waiting for him in the office.
"Good afternoon, Prime Minister." Dudley Sir Dudley Pound said.
"Please sit down, Sir Pound." Prime Minister Churchill smiled. For him to be able to secure his position as Prime Minister, the support of the military is undoubtedly very important. You know, Churchill served as First Sea Lord and Minister of War respectively, which gave him a very large influence in the Britain* military. It is precisely in this way that he was able to serve as Prime Minister for more than 20 years. It can be said that now Britain and Churchill can be regarded as a dictator. This also made him pay more attention to the military.
"Prime Minister, one of our submarines discovered German fleet in the southeastern waters of Greenland. Although it is still unclear the scale of German fleet. However, Atlantic Fleet is worried that the Germany people are here to deal with us." Dudley Sir Dudley Pound said.
The expression on Prime Minister Churchill's face suddenly became serious. "Is our navy capable of dealing with German fleet?"
Dudley Sir Dudley Pound shook his head. "Relying on our strength alone, we are not German fleet's opponent at all. Especially if German Navy's Home Fleet, If Atlantic Fleet and Mediterranean Fleet join forces, we are no match for Germany people, whether it is Capital Ships or aircraft carriers, Germany people have an absolute advantage!"
"I will let the Air Force fully support you!" Prime Minister Churchill said.
"Yes, Prime Minister. But even so, we are completely at a disadvantage. German Navy can attack our weak links at any time. But it is very difficult for us to deal with Germany people."
Prime Minister Churchill nodded and retreated to Canada, although Britain was able to continue to exist. However, without the support of the huge local population and financial resources, it has been very difficult for Britain's military power to develop. Even after more than twenty years of development, the military power of Britain is still not worth mentioning compared to Germany. This also puts them at a disadvantage in this war. So much so that when Americans decided to launch an active attack, Britain would turn a blind eye and not take the initiative to participate. One of the big reasons for this is that they are worried that the military power they have finally accumulated will be damaged. So I become cautious when making many decisions.
"Inform Americans! The Germany people are too powerful for us to handle. Americans must join in. We cannot be allowed to deal with the Germany people alone. Otherwise, it will only put us in a more disadvantaged situation in this war!" Churchill made a decision.
"Yes, Prime Minister." Dudley Sir Dudley Pound replied.