The confrontation between German Atlantic Fleet and American Navy on Atlantic Ocean also attracted the attention of countries around the world. Such a confrontation had already happened in the last World War.
At that time, Germany forcibly designated the coast of Britain as Prohibited Navigation Zone, prohibiting ships from other countries from entering. For his own benefit, United States sent a fleet to invade Prohibited Navigation Zone in an attempt to make Germany's Prohibited Navigation Zone useless. However, it was eventually intercepted by German Navy. and eventually had to retreat.
This has always been a shame for American Navy. If possible, of course they want to avenge their past humiliation. And this time is undoubtedly an excellent opportunity for them. If they can successfully eat German Atlantic Fleet, then they will be able to take advantage of Atlantic Ocean.
Of course, if they really do this, when faced with German Navy's full counterattack, they may have no choice but to retreat into the military port and act like a coward. Unless they wait until the subsequent new Capital Ships enters service, they will have no chance to enter Atlantic Ocean to fight against German Navy.
Similarly, German Atlantic Fleet doesn't want to miss this golden opportunity. Relying on Atlantic Fleet alone will certainly not defeat the strength of American Navy. However, if combined with Carrier-based Aircraft Unit, the probability of eating American fleet is as high as 90% or more. In that case, German Navy will maintain its advantage over Atlantic Ocean for a long time. However, this may cause a war between Germany and United States. The generals had never thought about what consequences that would have.
It is precisely because of this that Germany China will reject their plan. As a result, they could only watch American fleet and drool.
United States Domestic people are also worried about this confrontation. After all, no one knows what kind of emergencies may happen on the ocean thousands of miles away. Once an emergency breaks out and the navies of the two countries clash with each other, the problem will become serious. Therefore, United States Many people in the country have begun to call on the country to calm down and withdraw the fleet. If a war really breaks out, it will definitely do more harm than good to United States.
United States Washington, White House, in the Office of the President. Cabinet Ministers are meeting to discuss the situation this time. Also attending this meeting was American Navy Operations Department Chief William General Benson. In the United States* military, Army Chief of Staff and Navy Operations Department are the de facto leaders of the army and navy respectively.
"Gentlemen, so far, our fleet and the Germany people have been confronting each other in Eastern Atlantic for half a month. Although the situation looks very dangerous, perhaps it is because both sides have exercised restraint and have not provoked conflicts or provocations. However, no one can guarantee what will happen next!" Secretary of the Navy Daniels said.
"If we have a conflict with the Germany people and even start a war, can we take advantage?" Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo asked.
"Your Excellency, at this stage, our fleet is stronger than Germany's Atlantic Fleet. If we pay a certain price, we should be able to eat Germany's Atlantic Fleet." William General Benson replied.
"Can this change the comparison of strength between us and the Germany people? In other words, once the main force of the Germany people retaliates, can we withstand it?" Secretary of State Bryan also asked.
"Your Excellency, this may be very difficult. Now, we only have 11 Capital Ships. Although these Capital Ships are all cutting-edge warships. However, Germany people's The performance of Capital Ships is also very powerful, not worse than ours, even a little stronger. In addition, the number of Capital Ships from Germany people is very large, which is already more than three times that of ours. So, if we are lucky enough to eat Atlantic Fleet of Germany, but if we face the main force of German Navy, we will still be no match at that time. Return to the military port, wait for the next batch of Capital Ships to serve, and then find a way to compete with the Germany people for Atlantic Ocean," William General Benson continued.
"In other words, although we are sure to eat a German fleet, if the German main force returns to support, then we will have to hide in the military port. In that case, what will happen to our east coast? If the Germans launch artillery attacks on our east coast, our bustling cities will probably be turned into ruins. It's not like the Germans have never done this before. Didn't they do the same thing in the island country? At that time, the people living on the east coast will definitely flee to the west. This will be a disaster for the American Republic." Secretary of the Interior Franklin Lane shook his head.
"Gentlemen, it is impossible for the Germany people to put all their naval power into Atlantic Ocean. After all, they still need to leave a strong fleet in Far East. Otherwise, our greedy Island Nation allies will definitely take this opportunity to attack their Far East colony." Minister Daniels said.
"But even so, we are still no match for German Navy!" Secretary of Commerce Redfield said.
"Yes, I admit it. However, if our 'North Carolina-class' Battleship and 'South Dakota-class' Battleship serve, we will have the strength to fight against the Germany people." Daniels said.
"The risk in this is still too great. Our strength is still very weak now. If we rashly start a war with the Germany people, it will be very detrimental to us! Not only us, our allies, and Germany's potential opponents are still at a weak stage. On the other hand, although the Germany people are working hard to digest the benefits gained from the war, in fact, their strength, at least their war strength, is still at its peak. Those demobilized soldiers can be re-armed within a month. Their fleet can attack our East Coast within a month. If the Germany people want to attack us at all costs. It's hard for us to resist. Therefore, at this time, we'd better not over-stimulate Germany people, otherwise we will pay a heavy price!" Secretary of War Garrison also said.
Woodrow? President Wilson, did not speak, but listened to everyone's opinions. He needs to consider everyone's opinions before making a decision. In that case, we can make the most correct judgment.
In fact, Woodrow President Wilson doesn't want to break up with Germany now. Because in his opinion, the current United States simply does not have the strength to defeat Germany.