After Admiral Nimitz proposed the plan concept, American Navy Operations Department's combat staff perfected the entire combat plan in just two hours.
After that, Harold Admiral Stark immediately rushed to White House and reported to President Roosevelt.
President Roosevelt Although he was not a soldier, he served as Assistant Secretary of the Navy. The navy's combat plan is still very clear.
"General Stark, this is indeed a very good plan. If it succeeds, we can turn defeat into victory and change the balance of strength between the two sides on Atlantic Ocean in one fell swoop!" A trace of excitement flashed on President Roosevelt's face.
For United States now, their situation is very dangerous. Germany people have arrived at their door step by step. If Germany people can no longer be stopped, then Germany people will soon be landing in North America. This is undoubtedly unacceptable to United States. They must do everything possible to keep the Germany people out of the North America and prevent the flames of war from burning in their land.
"Your Excellency, the Germany people are too proud and arrogant. They defeated us in Battle of the Azores and severely damaged us, so they thought they could completely suppress us. However, now we still have the strength to fight. The Germany people dispersed their forces, which undoubtedly gave us a chance to turn defeat into victory." Harold Admiral Stark said.
"General Stark, is this plan likely to succeed?" President Roosevelt asked.
"Your Excellency, with the main force of us and British Navy, it is not difficult to defeat Home Fleet of German Navy. As long as we can severely damage or even eliminate German Home Fleet, then we will start again We have the power to fully compete with German Navy. Even if we can't completely defeat German Navy, our room for maneuver on Atlantic Ocean will be much larger," Harold Admiral Stark replied.
President Roosevelt nodded. "Very good, General Stark, implement it according to your plan! I hope you can bring a brilliant victory to United States of America!"
"Yes, Your Excellency, President." Harold Admiral Stark said.
Although the failure of Battle of the Azores caused heavy losses to American Navy. However, this did not make them give up hope. American Navy still has great confidence in the next battle. They believe that they will not lose again and again. As long as you can get a victory, there is a chance for a comeback.
"Your Excellency, the Germany people have probably been prepared for this for a long time. They will not reveal such obvious flaws. Therefore, it will be very difficult for us to defeat the Germany people." General Marshall reminded.
President Roosevelt and Harold Admiral Stark couldn't help but nodded when they heard this. They had to admit that Germany was a very powerful opponent. It is not that easy to defeat German Navy. German Navy Since they dare to divide their troops, they must have corresponding strategies.
"Then what should we do? The Germany people now have the advantage. After they occupy Bermuda Islands, if we don't think of a way to fight back, it will only further expand the Germany people's advantage. That will be even more disadvantageous for us." Harold Admiral Stark said.
General Marshall nodded. Indeed, German Navy was taking advantage of Atlantic Ocean step by step. This is very, very unfavorable for American Navy and even the entire United States. If Germany people continue like this, they will soon directly log in to North America. And once the powerful German Army landing in North America. United States If he wants to resist German offensive, he may have to pay a higher price.
"Your Excellency, General Stark. With the strength of our navy and British Navy, we are no match for three German Navy fleets. However, if the three Grand Fleet of German Navy can be dispersed and fight independently, then our navy will have a great chance of winning." General Marshall said.
"Yes, General Marshall. German Navy are now scattered. However, their three Grand Fleet can be further assembled. This is a threat to us." Harold Admiral Stark said.
"Then, we will create pressure on the Germany people so that their Atlantic Fleet and Mediterranean Fleet can only stay in the waters near Bermuda Islands. This will create an opportunity for our fleet to defeat German Home Fleet." General Marshall said.
"General Marshall, do you mean to launch an attack on Bermuda Islands? But we simply don't have the strength to launch an attack on Bermuda Islands now." Harold Admiral Stark frowned.
"If Marine Corps forces a landing without the guarantee of sea control, it is just seeking death. However, our shore-based SBD2 dive bomber and TBD torpedo bomber have no way to threaten Bermuda Islands due to their range."
The maximum range of SBD2 dive bomber is only 1,700 kilometers, and the maximum range of TBD torpedo bomber is only more than 1,110 kilometers. Bermuda Islands is more than 900 kilometers away from the mainland of United States. Although the maximum range of these two aircraft can ensure that they can fly to Bermuda Islands, but how to return after going there? We can't let these pilots carry out suicide attacks with no return. If the United States* military dared to issue such an order, the pilots would probably reject it immediately.
"General Stark, I know. So, the attack on Bermuda Islands will be completed by Army Air Corps. We can dispatch P-51 fighter jets to escort the B-17 heavy Bomber and launch an attack on Bermuda Islands. If necessary, we can even Airborne troops can be dispatched to carry out airborne landings on Bermuda Islands. In this case, German Navy can be towed to the sea area near Bermuda Islands, and the navy needs to launch an attack quickly and strive to severely damage or even destroy German Home Fleet in the shortest time." General Marshall said.
Harold Admiral Stark nodded heavily. If Army Air Corps launched an attack, German Atlantic Fleet and Mediterranean Fleet might not be able to go anywhere. In this case, American and British fleets can be bought enough time. Of course, it is conceivable that Army Air Corps will inevitably face the crazy interception of German Navy and Carrier-based aircraft during combat. By then, their losses will certainly not be small.
"General Marshall, thank you for the army's support. We will definitely do our best to defeat the Germany people!" Harold Admiral Stark said solemnly.