Chapter 1012 Strong Counterattack

"Your Majesty, we absolutely cannot tolerate such provocative behavior by the Americans. Even if a full-scale war breaks out, we must take back the Azores!" Marshal Reinhard Scheer, Minister of the Imperial Navy, said angrily.

The Imperial Navy is preparing to build a large-scale construction project on the Azores Islands, building the Azores Islands into an important naval base and fortress of the Imperial Navy in the Atlantic Ocean, preparing for the generals to compete with the United States for hegemony in the Atlantic Ocean. But I didn't expect that the Americans were so bold that they pulled out their teeth at this time and directly dispatched troops to occupy the Azores. This is clearly tantamount to snatching the territory of the German Empire and not paying attention to the German Empire!

"Your Majesty, the actions of the Americans are indeed tantamount to going to war with the Empire. The Empire really cannot bear it. This time, the Empire must break the conspiracy of the Americans. Otherwise, the Americans will only make progress! At that time, The empire has to constantly deal with the American offensive again and again." The imperial prime minister Biluo also said.

Although, the focus of the empire at this time was still to develop the domestic industry and economy, and to resolve social conflicts, making the German Empire develop into a super empire with a developed economy and a strong industry.

However, this does not mean that the German Empire can ignore external threats. The provocation of the Americans made the empire have to pay back. Otherwise, it would be impossible for the German Empire to develop with peace of mind. Not to mention defeating many powerful enemies in one fell swoop in future wars, and further maintaining their dominance.

"Your Majesty, although the current empire does not have the ability to cross the Atlantic Ocean and destroy the United States. However, it is still very easy to defeat their plot in the eastern North Atlantic Ocean. Even if the US Navy can be severely damaged, they can also attack the east coast of the United States." Attack, let the Americans taste what will happen after angering the empire." Marshal Falkenhein, Minister of War and Chief of the General Staff, also said.

Qin Tian also nodded, which coincided with his thoughts. Qin Tian also hoped that since the Americans took the initiative to pick things up. Then, Germany will seize this opportunity to teach the Americans a lesson and make them pay a heavy price for it.

"Your Majesty, this is indeed a good opportunity for us. If we can severely damage the U.S. Navy and sink several of their capital ships. If we even eliminate all of their capital ships, then the U.S. Navy will suffer unprecedented Even if they want to develop again, it will not be so easy. This will take a lot of time and resources. Even, if the battle goes well, the Imperial Navy can go one step further, approaching the mainland of the United States, and destroying the United States. Those shipyards will be destroyed. In that case, the advantage of the Imperial Navy can be further maintained." Admiral Reinhardt Scheer, Minister of the Navy, suggested.

"Well, let's implement it according to this plan! Around the Azores, severely damage or even eliminate the main force of the US Navy. Then, send the Marine Corps to land on the Azores and take the islands back. If it goes well, the fleet Go west, attack the east coast of the United States, focus on destroying their shipbuilding industry, and severely punish those Americans!" Qin Tian said.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" All the ministers replied.

"If the American fleet is to be defeated, how many fleets does the Imperial Navy need to send to fight?" Qin Tian asked.

"With the current situation of eleven capital ships in the U.S. Navy, if the empire wants to win, it is best to send the home fleet and the Atlantic Fleet to fight. If you want to ensure that nothing goes wrong and win at the lowest cost, it is best to send an aircraft carrier to fight." Marshal Reinhard Scheer said.

Qin Tian couldn't help frowning, he didn't really want the power of the aircraft carrier to be revealed to everyone so early. In this case, all countries will increase their research on aircraft carriers. Although, Germany still occupies an absolute leading position in this field. However, if the performance of aircraft carriers and carrier-based aircraft in various countries continues to improve, then Germany may have to pay a greater price if it wants to win future wars. And this was undoubtedly what Qin Tian didn't want to see.

"Your Majesty, the strength of the empire's aircraft carriers and carrier-based aircraft cannot be compared with that of the empire. Even if they see the strength of the empire's aircraft carriers and carrier-based aircraft, it is impossible to catch up with them in a short period of time if they increase their investment. Empire. After all, the empire has developed from the beginning to the present, but it has invested a lot of manpower and material resources to achieve its current achievements. This has caused the empire to have a considerable gap with other countries. They want to catch up, don’t they It's that easy. Besides, even now, the Imperial Navy's aircraft carriers and carrier-based aircraft are constantly improving, and they are not standing still. This makes it even more impossible for other countries to catch up with the Empire in this regard." Lai Marshal Inhard Scheer said.

He knew Qin Tian was worried, but he thought it was completely unnecessary. What's more, if the aircraft carrier can participate in the battle, it will allow the Imperial Navy to win the battle at a small cost. This is of great benefit to the German Navy.

Qin Tian thought about it, and it was indeed the truth. Germany has him who is equivalent to cheating, which allows Germany to avoid many detours in terms of aircraft carriers and carrier-based aircraft. Under his leadership, Germany has always invested heavily in this area. This makes it impossible for other countries to compete with Germany in this field.

"Okay, I allow the aircraft carrier formation to participate in the battle!" Qin Tian said. He also hopes that after the aircraft carrier fleet enters the war, the German Navy can defeat the US Navy at a very small cost and win the war. In that case, it will be very beneficial for Germany to maintain its hegemony in the future.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Marshal Reinhard Scheer replied excitedly. Now, he is almost certain that the German Navy will be able to win.

Subsequently, Germany immediately responded strongly to the United States' brazen occupation of the Azores. The German Navy's home fleet began to leave the naval port and headed for the Atlantic Ocean. After rendezvous with the Atlantic Fleet, it rushed to the waters of the Azores Islands. At the same time, the Imperial Navy's aircraft carrier fleet, a total of six aircraft carriers, also left the naval port under the cover of night and sailed into the vast Atlantic Ocean. The transport ship of the 1st Division of the Marine Corps will then set off. They will be responsible for landing operations on the island.