Late at night on March 19, Britain London, 10 Downing Street.
Prime Minister Asquith's office was filled with smoke. All the ministers of British Cabinet were smoking cigars and frowning.
"Mr. Churchill, has the information been confirmed?" Prime Minister Asquith asked.
"Yes, Prime Minister, it has been confirmed. All the main battleships of the Germany people have left Wilhelmshaven a few hours ago. I think the Germany people are coming for us." Churchill said.
"Prime Minister, it seems that the Germany people are more eager than we expected! They clearly want to defeat Royal Navy in the shortest time, and then defeat Anglo-French Allied Forces to completely win this war." Foreign Minister Edward Sir Gray said.
"The longer the war drags on, the greater the price Germany people will pay in the war. Therefore, they do not want the war to continue to drag on." Chancellor of the Exchequer Lloyd? George also said.
Obviously, the current situation is very unfavorable to Britain. German Navy left the port in a fierce manner, and it was inevitable that he would have a decisive battle with Royal Navy. This means that German Navy is sure to win. Otherwise, German Navy would not be so eager for a decisive battle. Of course, this is very disadvantageous for British Navy.
"Everyone, what should we do now? Are we going to let Royal Navy go to sea to fight Germany people?" Prime Minister Asquith asked.
Although, once they have a decisive battle with German Navy, they have no chance of winning. However, if they are lucky and everything goes in their favor, there may be a chance of winning.
"Prime Minister, I immediately gave an order to Royal Navy to prepare for a decisive battle with the Germany people. However, I personally think that we should wait a little longer. Wait until the Germany people's whereabouts are exposed before dispatching. After all, our strength is far inferior to the Germany people." Churchill said.
Prime Minister Asquith nodded. "How to fight, it is up to you professionals to be responsible. British Empire's hope is pinned on you. I hope that in this battle, Royal Navy can do his best to win a victory for the British Empire! This is British Empire's last chance."
If Royal Navy is defeated, then the battle will inevitably break out at British mainland. Unless they are willing to surrender to the Germany people immediately after Royal Navy fails. Otherwise, German military will definitely plan to conduct a landing operation at British mainland.
It is impossible for Britain to surrender to Germany, especially in the last contact, Germany offered conditions that were unacceptable to them. If they accept the conditions proposed by Germany, Britain will become a third-rate small country, which is definitely not acceptable to them. Britain has been the world overlord for hundreds of years. Neither König nor his subjects will allow such a situation to happen. Unless they are really completely defeated by the Germany people and have no other choice, they will accept the reality.
People are like this. They will not give up until they reach the Yellow River. As long as there is still a glimmer of hope, they will try their best to fight for it. Although, such hope is very, very slim.
"Prime Minister, Royal Navy will definitely try their best to win." Churchill looked determined. Although, he knew that it would be very, very difficult to win. However, this is their mission, and they will try their best to win.
"Everyone, now has reached a moment of life and death for the British Empire. I hope God can protect British Empire and get through this crisis safely!" Prime Minister Asquith said.
"God bless British Empire!" everyone said. Everyone's expressions were serious. Their fate has long been tied to the British Empire. If British Empire is defeated or even destroyed, they will quickly change from a group of people with great power to penniless people.
The home port of Scapa Flow, Britain Royal Navy Grand Fleet. The defense here is much stronger now than when it was attacked by German submarines. Underwater, anti-submarine nets were also deployed urgently. German submarines It is almost impossible to sneak in without anyone noticing.
However, the entire Grand Fleet atmosphere was very solemn. The officers and soldiers of Royal Navy seem to be able to feel that as Royal Navy's strength is increasingly damaged, the day when German Navy will launch a decisive battle with them is getting closer and closer. If before, they still considered themselves number one in the world, then now, the officers and soldiers of Royal Navy have become more and more in a situation. Although the decisive battle has not yet begun, they seem to be able to guess the outcome. That is, in a fierce battle, they will be defeated by German Navy. Royal Navy will not only lose their No. 1 spot in the world, they are also likely to lose their lives in the battle.
As Chief Fleet Commander John? Admiral Jellicoe and Chief of Staff David? Vice Admiral Beatty, the pressure on their shoulders is also very high. Especially after learning about his plan from Churchill. In order to give the British Empire navy a chance to turn defeat into victory, Churchill actually asked Grand Fleet to fight to the end. Even if they were sunk, they were not allowed to retreat. They had to sink German Navy's warships as much as possible. This also makes them know that once a decisive battle breaks out, unless they are lucky enough to win. Otherwise, what awaits them is that they will all die in battle. Such a result is really cruel to them.
"Your Excellency Commander, Your Excellency Chief of Staff, Telegram of the Naval Ministry." Communications Officer reported to them.
John? Admiral Jellicoe took a look at Telegram, and his face suddenly became very ugly.
"What's wrong? Your Excellency Commander." David? Vice Admiral Beatty asked.
"German Navy's main forces have all gone to sea, and the target is most likely us. It seems that the decisive battle between us and the Germany people is coming soon." John? Admiral Jellicoe sighed.
"Alas, Your Excellency Commander. Germany people really don't waste opportunities. It seems that we are in big trouble this time. However, sooner or later, there will be such a day, and we can't hide. We can only try our best to fight for a glimmer of life for the Empire." David? Vice Admiral Beatty said.
John? Admiral Jellicoe nodded. "Order the fleet to prepare for departure operations! After Mr. Churchill's order is issued, we will immediately have a decisive battle with the Germany people."
"Yes, General." David? Vice Admiral Beatty nodded.