For German Navy, now is the time to celebrate their victory. However, for Britain people, the result of this naval battle is undoubtedly very, very frustrating.
As the flagship of Royal Navy, the 'Vengeance' number Battleship has been bombarded by the main artillery of the Germany people. The superstructure was riddled with holes, and there were traces of scorch everywhere. Even the armor below the waterline was torn apart. If Watertight Compartment had not been shut down in time, the 'Vengeance' number Battleship might have been sunk. Even so, it can be clearly seen that the hull has tilted to a certain extent.
The other ship, the 'Determination', the Battleship, is not much better than the 'Vengeance', the Battleship. The hull was also damaged in the fierce battle, with holes everywhere. Even two of the four-seater twin-mounted 381mm Main Gun were destroyed. Being able to escape death this time was entirely due to luck.
On the bridge of the Battleship ship 'Vengeance', John? Admiral Jellicoe and David? Vice Admiral Beatty looked desperate. The naval battle that took place today was completely like a nightmare for them. However, whether they are willing to accept this result or not, this naval battle is over. The winner has also been decided. British Royal Navy was completely defeated in this naval battle.
"It's over, Royal Navy is over. British Empire is also completely over." John? Admiral Jellicoe looked frustrated and regretful. As Commander of Grand Fleet, Royal Navy lost this battle, so he naturally has an unshirkable responsibility. He is not afraid of taking responsibility. Even if he is sent to a military court, he will not complain.
However, watching Royal Navy's hegemony fall from their hands made him feel very guilty. He knew very well what the power of the British Empire came from. After losing its sea power, can British Empire's overseas colonies still be preserved? Without overseas colonies, Britain would naturally not be able to continue to be strong. It is almost certain that it will become a second-rate country.
"Your Excellency Commander, don't blame yourself too much. We have tried our best in this battle. The reason why we were still defeated by the Germany people was not because of us. It was because the Germany people were too powerful. It was our shipbuilding ideas that fundamentally changed. This is why our warships have been suppressed by German Navy from the beginning. From the beginning of the war to the present, we have been losing a lot of warships and were completely defeated in the war." David? Vice Admiral Beatty said.
John? Admiral Jellicoe nodded. Indeed, the officers and soldiers of Royal Navy had tried their best in this naval battle. However, they lost in the end, so badly that British Empire probably had no chance of winning in this war. This made him always feel a deep sense of guilt.
"We can no longer compete with the Germany people for sea rights. It is even foreseeable that after the Germany people win on the Western Front land battlefield, they will launch an attack on our homeland. But unfortunately, I We simply have no power to stop the Germany people. The war will inevitably burn our country, and we don't know how many people will die in the war." John? Admiral Jellicoe sighed.
"Your Excellency Commander, there is no way around this. We are soldiers, and our bounden duty is to obey orders. In this war, we have tried our best. Then, the next thing is not our concern. I think the politicians in the country know what to do. If we don't want the war to burn to our homeland, we have to accept the harsh armistice conditions of the Germany people. Empire It is impossible for to accept the conditions of Germany, so it is estimated that there will still be only one battle in the end. Of course, if Anglo-French Allied Forces can resist the attack of Germany on Western Front, maybe everything will turn around." David? Vice Admiral Beatty said.
Anglo-French Allied Forces resisted the attack of Germany people? Is that possible? John? Admiral Jellicoe couldn't help but shook his head. Although, he is a naval general. However, he also knows the situation of the army. Compared with the German Army's combat effectiveness, there is a big gap between Anglo-French Allied Forces. Especially after Germany has won on Eastern Front, German Army will go all out to the west. Under such circumstances, can Anglo-French Allied Forces still be able to withstand it? At least, John? Admiral Jellicoe is not very optimistic about this.
However, as David? Vice Admiral Beatty said, these things are not their concern at all. Now they are just generals of a defeated army. Domestic politicians will naturally consider how to solve the current mess.
"Your Excellency Commander, Your Excellency Chief of Staff. Telegram has been drafted, can it be sent out?" asked a staff officer.
"Counting the time, we have been getting rid of Germany people for nearly two hours. Even if we send Telegram, they will not detect it." David? Vice Admiral Beatty said.
Before, they did not dare to send Telegram to China immediately after getting rid of German Navy, because they were afraid that German Navy would catch up. In that case, they are dead. Now, the crisis is almost over, and Telegram can naturally be issued.
"Let's go, Mr. Churchill must have been waiting very anxiously. Unfortunately, this time we did not bring victory to the British Empire, but a disastrous defeat. However, this should also be known to the country so that they can prepare early." John? Admiral Jellicoe said.
"Yes, Your Excellency Commander." The staff officer immediately went to send Telegram.
Britain Capital London, Naval Ministry.
Although, it's almost ten o'clock in the evening. However, Churchill did not leave his office, but continued to stay here. For no other reason than to wait for the final result of the decisive battle between the Royal Navy of the British Empire and German Navy.
Although, Churchill is very clear that with the strength of Royal Navy Grand Fleet, it will be very difficult to win. However, all he wants now is that Grand Fleet can fight with Germany in a fight that will hurt both sides. In this case, his subsequent opportunities can be implemented. By then, it is still unclear who will win.
"Why is there no news yet? There must be no accidents! May God bless British Empire, and hope our plan can succeed. If we can defeat the Germany people, that would be the best. No matter what, we have to fight them and we will lose!" Churchill secretly prayed.