"The nine battlecruisers of the German Navy Expeditionary Fleet are all the most powerful battlecruisers in the world. In particular, the three 'Markensen-class' battlecruisers and the three 'Derflinger-class' battlecruisers are equipped with 380mm main guns with 50 times the caliber. None of our battleships can compete with their powerful firepower. In fact, the main guns of our battleships are even more powerful than those of the Germans. The armor of the battlecruisers cannot be penetrated. In this case, how can we fight against them? It is not that the Imperial Navy is afraid of the enemy and avoids fighting, but because the strength gap between the two sides is too great! If we confront the German Navy Expeditionary Fleet, it is no different from seeking death. We cannot let the Imperial Navy officers and soldiers die in vain."
"Hmph! A coward is a coward, what's the use of sophistry?" General Oka Ichinosuke muttered in a low voice.
But there were only a few of them in the conference room. Even if General Oka Ichinosuke spoke softly, General Yashiro Rokuro could still hear him clearly. Oka Ichinosuke's groundless accusation made Yashiro Rokuro furious.
"If the death of naval officers and soldiers can help Empire win this war, we will die without hesitation. I myself am willing to be the first. But, unfortunately, even if we all die in battle, the war will still be But German Navy Expeditionary Fleet. Therefore, we need to remain useful in order to defeat Germany people in the future." Yashiro Rokuro looked sad and angry.
Oka Ichinosuke also wanted to make a sarcastic comment, but was stopped by Okuma Shigenobu.
The war is about to begin, and Okuma Shigenobu doesn't want the army and navy to get into trouble. In that case, how can we continue to fight this battle? I'm afraid they themselves will start fighting among themselves before the battle even begins.
"Yashiro, what does the navy think about it?" Okuma Shigenobu asked.
"Prime Minister, given that Imperial Navy is far less powerful than German Navy Expeditionary Fleet. Therefore, Imperial Navy plans to wait until German Navy Expeditionary Fleet arrives, first avoid direct combat with them, and use coastal defenses to confront them. If there is a suitable opportunity, Imperial Navy will dispatch warships to attack German Navy's logistics supply ship German Navy Expeditionary Fleet will travel thousands of miles to conquer Island Nation, all logistical supplies rely on a few supply ships. If those supply ships are sunk by us, German Navy will soon be in a dilemma without fuel, food, shells or even clean water. By then, Imperial Navy can completely catch it. This opportunity will capture these warships of German Navy Expeditionary Fleet. In this way, Imperial Navy will not only win, but also seize this opportunity to further strengthen our strength!" Yashiro Rokuro said.
The Island Nation ministers present all had their eyes widened. They did not expect that the navy actually had such an idea. If the Navy's plan succeeds, they will be victorious. Moreover, Island Nation Navy can also add several powerful Capital Ships, which is simply killing two birds with one stone!
"Hmph! Are the Germany people fools? Once their logistics supply ships are attacked, they will definitely retreat. Besides, the Germany people will not be so stupid as not to send warships to protect those logistics supply ships." Oka Ichinosuke snorted coldly.
"Indeed, it is very difficult to complete this plan. However, this is the best combat plan we can think of." Yashiro Rokuro did not become angry because of Oka Ichinosuke's doubts.
"This plan is indeed very good. Although I am not a soldier, I also know that if it succeeds, it will be of great benefit to the Empire." said Foreign Minister Kato Takaaki.
Okuma Shigenobu nodded. "Since the navy already has a plan, let's proceed according to the navy's plan. This time, the Germany people did not send the army, which is a good thing for us. We can have more time to prepare. The army will strengthen the defense in Southeast Asia from now on, and at the same time Loot as many resources as possible. The navy must send transport ships to help the army transport more war supplies to Southeast Asia, and at the same time transport the resources found by the army back to the mainland. Empire now needs to seize every minute to use Southeast Asia's resources to make Empire stronger!"
"Hi, Prime Minister." Yashiro Rokuro and Oka Ichinosuke replied immediately.
"Gentlemen, Empire has reached the most critical juncture. This battle is related to the fate of the Empire. We have already bet Empire's national power. Therefore, we have no other choice. If we win, Empire will soar into the sky and become one of the true world powers. If we fail, I don't need to say more, everyone should know what the consequences will be. Therefore, we must do our best to win." Okuma Shigenobu said solemnly.
"Hey! Empire will win!" Island Nation's important officials looked enthusiastic. They all believe that in the next battle, their chances of winning are still very high.
While Island Nation Army and Navy was already preparing to fight, German Navy Expeditionary Fleet was crossing Indian Ocean.
The long-distance voyage is undoubtedly a great test for the officers and soldiers of German Navy. Fortunately, Imperial Navy's supplies were well prepared, so Imperial Navy basically had no problems during the long voyage.
The speed of the fleet is not very fast, and it is always cruising. And he would stop from time to time to perform simple maintenance on the battleship.
It would undoubtedly be best if we could find a port for inspection before the battle. In that case, all warships can be brought into full play. But unfortunately, there is no military port in Germany, Indian Ocean or even the entire Far East. Therefore, in this naval battle, their battleships could not fully display their strength. There is no way around it. Russians suffered such a big loss back then.
But even so, Vice Admiral Spee, who is responsible for commanding Expeditionary Fleet, is still full of confidence in defeating Island Nation Navy. Even if the performance of these battleships of Imperial Navy cannot be brought to the extreme, their combat effectiveness is definitely higher than that of Island Nation Navy.
On July 27, German Navy Expeditionary Fleet entered the South China Sea. However, not even a Island Nation warship or merchant ship was encountered.
Vice Admiral Spee immediately issued an order to the fleet Kitakami. Since Island Nation Navy and the merchant ship were not found, then go directly to the offshore Island Nation's Mainland. In that case, Island Nation people will naturally have no choice but to retreat.