"Churchill, can these Battleship really be built within two years?" Prime Minister Asquith asked.
"There shouldn't be much of a problem. The new 'Iron Duke-class' Battleship and the new 'King George V-class' Battleship are both modified based on the 'Revenge-class' Battleship. We will hand over the eight Battleships of these two classes to major manufacturers There should be no big problems in shipyard construction. As for the 'Lion-class' Battleship, it is a little more difficult. Not only does it have to build a larger hull, but the development of the 406mm main gun has not yet been completed. However, even if there are problems, I believe that with our strength, we can overcome these problems." Churchill said.
Prime Minister Asquith nodded. On this issue, he chose to believe Churchill. In fact, he had no other choice but to believe in Churchill.
"In terms of battlecruisers, we plan to build a total of ten battlecruisers in three classes, namely the 'Prestige' class battlecruiser, the 'Glory' class battlecruiser and the 'Hood' class battlecruiser. The 'Prestige' class battlecruiser and the 'Glory' class battlecruiser are both battlecruisers equipped with three triple-mounted 381mm main guns, with a displacement of more than 35,000 tons and a maximum speed of 27 knots. The main armor thickness is about 330 mm. The "Hood-class" battlecruiser has a displacement of more than 40,000 tons, is equipped with three triple 406mm main guns, has a maximum speed of 27 knots, and has a main armor thickness of 350 mm. Among them, three battlecruisers will be built in the front and four battlecruisers will be built in the back. The overall construction plan will be completed within two years.
"Twelve Battleship, plus ten Battlecruiser, are the most powerful Battleship and Battlecruiser. If these twenty-two ships fight If the ship is completed and put into service, Royal Navy will definitely be able to regain its glory. By then, we can definitely defeat the Germany people," Prime Minister Asquith said with satisfaction. He believes that these battleships will allow Royal Navy to regain the ability to aspire to the world's number one throne.
"Where are the Germany people? Will they have any new construction plans?" Prime Minister Asquith asked. If the Germany people also start building new warships, then they may fall into an endless naval arms race. When the time comes, it's hard to say whether it can be pushed to the end.
"Prime Minister, our intelligence personnel are doing their best to find out the news about New-style Battleship and Battlecruiser of Germany people. However, at present, nothing is known. Germany The people don't seem to be planning to build any new Capital Ships except for the Capital Ships that is under construction. I think this is because the Germany people are too confident and think that with him. The Capital Ships we are building now can completely defeat British Empire, even if they find out the naval construction plan of the British Empire and start building new again. Capital Ships, it's too late. There is absolutely no way they can complete the construction of these Capital Ships in the shortest time like British Empire," Churchill said with pride.
"Very good, very good. In this case, Royal Navy might really be able to win." Prime Minister Asquith nodded with satisfaction.
"Prime Minister, the cost of building this batch of warships will be very high. Especially since we need to rush as much as possible, we need to recruit more skilled workers and divide them into three shifts to build them. The cost will be at least half more than other warships." Churchill said with some worry.
"Well, there is nothing we can do about it. Who made British Empire face such a big crisis now?" Prime Minister Asquith sighed. British Empire Although he has a lot of money, he won't last long if he keeps wasting it like this. However, if we don't fight hard, this may cause British Empire to lose more profits. The lesser of two evils is to build more Capital Shipss by selling them at the bottom of the barrel.
"Prime Minister, if Royal Navy has these battleships, we will definitely be able to defeat the Germany people and save Empire's Hegemonic Status." Churchill promised.
"Well, British Empire must win, otherwise, we will all become Empire's sinners!" Prime Minister Asquith said.
"Churchill, how much do these twenty-two battleships cost?" Prime Minister Asquith asked.
"Prime Minister, we have initially estimated that it will cost about 70 million Pounds Sterling. Of course, we cannot rule out that it will increase a bit." Churchill said.
"Seventy million Pounds Sterling?" Although he had already prepared for it, Prime Minister Asquith couldn't help but feel a bit of toothache when he heard this number. British Empire is indeed wealthy, but because of the damn war and the arms race before the war, they have been heavily in debt. If another 70 million Pounds Sterling is allocated to the navy to build new warships, it will undoubtedly make them heavily in debt.
"Yes, Prime Minister." After Churchill finished speaking, he looked at Prime Minister Asquith eagerly, fearing that he would give up because the cost was too high.
"Okay, I will negotiate with Chancellor of the Exchequer and Parliament about this grant. There won't be any big problems. I will fully support Royal Navy. But at the same time, I also make a request, that is, Royal Navy must win in the future war. Otherwise, all our efforts will be in vain," Prime Minister Asquith said.
"Yes, Prime Minister. We will definitely win this war." Churchill said.
"Prime Minister, His Majesty the King please go to the Buckingham Palace immediately." The secretary reported to Prime Minister Asquith.
"Okay, prepare the car, I'll go right away." Prime Minister Asquith ordered.
Later, he said to Churchill, "His Majesty the King should also be concerned about the war situation of the navy. I will explain to him. Don't put any burden on you and find a way to further strengthen Royal Navy!"
"Yes, Prime Minister." Churchill nodded, said goodbye and left.
Prime Minister Asquith went to the Buckingham Palace to meet König George V.
As soon as George V saw Prime Minister Asquith, he left and asked, "Prime Minister, Royal Navy lost a long way in today's naval battle, losing ten Capital Ships? Can Royal Navy still defeat the Germany people in the next battle?"
"Your Majesty, Royal Navy has indeed just suffered a big defeat. However, we will not be discouraged by this, let alone give up to the Germany people. The Navy has submitted a new shipbuilding plan We have planned to build a stronger navy within two years. When the time comes, we will have a decisive battle with the Germany people." Prime Minister Asquith showed great confidence.
Seeing Prime Minister Asquith full of confidence, King George V's worries dissipated.