On the evening of March 19, 1915, Germany, Wilhelmshaven Naval Base.
Emperor of the Empire Wilhelm II, Crown Prince Oscar, Imperial Prime Minister Bernhardt Von Bülow, Empire Field Marshal Count Tirpitz, the First Sea Lord, Minister of War and Chief of Staff Von Marshal Kenhein...
All the leaders and rulers of the Empire gathered at Wilhelmshaven. Their purpose is only one, and that is to see off Imperial Navy High Seas Fleet. This time, Imperial Navy High Seas Fleet will go to the North Sea to look for a chance to fight British Navy. Whether Germany can pull Britain off the throne of the world's hegemon in one fell swoop, this battle will be crucial.
In the port, warships one after another are ready to leave the port. The boiler is already burning and starting to accumulate steam. Officers and soldiers in white navy uniforms lined up on the deck. This moment is an extremely important day for the entire German Navy. Because, starting today, they will make history all over again.
"Officers and soldiers of the Imperial Navy, I am your emperor. You are about to go to a decisive battle with the British Navy for the German Empire. I sincerely wish you victory in this battle. It has taken decades for the Imperial Navy to develop to this point. Before, we have been suppressed by the British. Now, we finally have the strength to challenge the British. I believe that God will bless us! The German Empire will win!" William II made a speech to the officers and soldiers of the Imperial Navy's High Seas Fleet.
Germany, as the world's top power, has always been dissatisfied with its own experience. Because it was already 1870 when Germany completed the unification. By the time they rose, the world had been divided up by countries such as Britain and France. Therefore, Germany has great strength, but it has acquired very few colonies. This is completely incompatible with Germany's strength. Therefore, Germany has always wanted to redivide the world through war.
Of course, this is also of great benefit to ordinary citizens. If Germany can win the war, the country will gain huge benefits. The lives of the people will also be improved as a result. Therefore, German people also supports Germany in fighting this battle. This also caused the soldiers to participate in this battle with great enthusiasm. They all hope to gain glory through this battle.
Wilhelm II's speech ended quickly. The officers and soldiers of Imperial Navy burst into warm cheers.
"Long live Your Majesty! German Empire will win!"
As German Navy became stronger and stronger, repeatedly beating Royal Navy to the ground, this made the officers and soldiers of German Navy more and more confident in this naval battle. Almost all naval officers and soldiers believed that they would definitely win this battle.
The expedition ceremony ended soon, and the High Seas Fleet warships began to sail out of the military port according to the scheduled formation and sailed into the North Sea.
At this moment, the sun is sinking into the sea. The afterglow of the setting sun shines on these warships, which is very spectacular and shocking.
These ships of German High Seas Fleet were organized into groups because there were too many of them. 1st Battleship Squadron, consisting of five 'Bavaria-class' Battleship, Admiral Reinhard? Scheer, also serves as the Commander of this unit.
2nd Battleship Squadron consists of five ships 'Kaiser class' Battleship, with Major General Schmidt as Commander.
3rd Battleship Squadron consists of five ships 'Kaiser-class' Battleship, with Major General Englehardt as Commander.
4th Battleship Squadron consists of five ships 'Helgoland-class' Battleship, with Rear Admiral Mauff serving as Commander.
5th Battleship Squadron consists of four ships 'Nassau-class' Battleship, with Major General Burdick as Commander.
1st Battlecruiser Squadron, consisting of three ships 'Mackensen-class' Battleship and three ships 'Blücher-class' Battleship, with Vice Admiral Hipper serving as Commander.
2nd Battlecruiser Squadron consists of three ships 'Derfflinger class' Battleship and three ships 'Moltke-class' Battlecruiser, with Vice Admiral Spee serving as Commander.
In addition to Capital Ships, there are also several cruiser squadrons, destroyer squadrons, etc.
Of course, as the main force of the fleet and the decisive force in this naval battle, it is still the Capital Ships team composed of Battleship and Battlecruiser. Cruisers and destroyers are mostly used for reconnaissance and protection tasks in this battle.
When necessary, they can also launch lightning strikes to attack enemy fleets. These small and medium-sized warships Naval Gun do not pose any threat to Capital Ships. However, the Heavy Torpedo they carry can pose a fatal threat to Capital Ships.
High Seas Fleet If all the ships, large and small, that took the initiative this time were added together, there would be more than 120 ships, which was much more than in another time and space.
Of course, the total number is less than British Grand Fleet. Although Royal Navy suffered heavy losses in many naval battles. But a skinny camel is bigger than a horse. The foundation of Royal Navy still exists. In addition, in terms of small and medium-sized warships, British Navy undoubtedly has the advantage. Of course, this is just a numerical advantage. In terms of performance, the existence of Oscar, a guy who is similar to cheating, has made German Navy not only the performance of Capital Ships greatly improved, but also the performance of these small and medium-sized battleships has also been greatly improved. Therefore, although British Royal Navy has an advantage in quantity. But when it comes to fighting, they won't be able to take any advantage at all.
After High Seas Fleet left Wilhelmshaven, the two aircraft carriers German Navy used as secret weapons also set off. They passed Kiel Canal, arrived at Wilhelmshaven, and drove into the North Sea under the cover of the vast night. The two aircraft carriers carried a total of 24 fighter jets and 72 Torpedo bomber. Although, such power may not play a big role in this naval battle. However, this is the first time an aircraft carrier has participated in actual combat. While everyone's attention is still on Capital Ships like Battleship and Battlecruiser, Oscar has already regarded aircraft carriers as the future development direction of the navy.
German High Seas Fleet's movements have always attracted people's attention. All countries are paying attention. Although, it was already evening when High Seas Fleet went to sea. Germany's intelligence department has also strengthened confidentiality measures. However, the news of Germany High Seas Fleet leaving the port in large numbers was still known.
Suddenly, countries all over the world became nervous. They know that there will be a battle between Britain and Germany to decide who is the overlord of the sea.