Chapter 550 The Choice of the Secretary of the Navy (200 votes plus more)

Wilhelmshaven, the home port of the German High Seas Fleet.

After defeating the British Navy at a small cost in the decisive battle at sea, the German Navy has become the veritable number one in the world. Those warships damaged in the naval battle are being repaired. Most of the other battleships also suffered minor injuries, and they are also entering the shipyard for repairs one after another. But even so, the strength of the German navy has not been reduced much.

Now, for the German Navy, there are only two main tasks. One is to continue to blockade the United Kingdom and prevent merchant ships from other countries from entering the United Kingdom to bring various supplies to the United Kingdom. Even when the British fishing boat was found, it was destroyed. In order to defeat Britain, Germany apparently planned to completely blockade Britain into a dead island. Another task is to prepare for the army's landing in the UK. Now, the army has achieved a decisive victory on the French battlefield. The main force of the Anglo-French coalition has been wiped out. It is only a matter of time before the British and French allied forces are completely defeated. After the defeat of France at one point, it was the turn of Britain to attack next.

The German Minister of the Navy, Marshal Count Tirpitz, went to Wilhelmshaven precisely to implement the plan to provide cover and support for the army. Not only that, hundreds of thousands of troops landed in the British Isles, and the logistical support also needed to be guaranteed by the navy. This makes the task of the navy in this battle very difficult. The main combat fleet will be responsible for providing fire support and protection to the Army. The logistics fleet transports ammunition and other supplies for the army. There is so much that needs to be coordinated.

At the time of the upheaval in Berlin, Count and Marshal Tirpitz had already rested. After all, he is old now, and his energy is also not as good as before.

When the rebels attacked the Admiralty, the remaining officers of the Admiralty immediately sent a telegram to Wilhelmshaven, reporting to them that they were attacked by the Janissaries.

The officer on duty did not dare to neglect, and immediately reported the matter to Marshal Earl Tirpitz.

"What's going on? Did the Imperial Guard's brains be caught by the door? How could they attack the Admiralty?" Marshal Earl Tirpitz was furious.

"Marshal, will there be any accidents?" Marshal von Pohl, chief of naval staff, asked.

"There should be no accidents. I asked the people in the staff department to send a telegram to contact the Admiralty Department again. However, I didn't receive any reply." Marshal Count von Tirpitz said.

Suddenly, the hearts of the admirals in the office kept sinking. They also realized that something must have happened in Berlin. Otherwise, the Praetorian Guards would never attack the Admiralty.

After the German Navy defeated the British Navy, they can be regarded as the most powerful navy in the world. At the same time, the German Navy is also a major contributor to Germany's victory in this war. William II will definitely not attack the navy at this time. Besides, although the German Navy has a close relationship with Qin Tian, ​​it is still loyal to Wilhelm II. What's more, the current war is not over yet, even if it is to kill the donkey, it is too early, isn't it? Therefore, the senior generals of the German Navy are a little confused.

"Do we have other channels to contact Berlin? We need to figure out what happened there!" said Marshal Count Tirpitz.

"Your Excellency Marshal, we are already working hard. But so far, there is no news." A staff officer said.

"Your Excellency, Marshal, could it be that there was a mutiny in Berlin? It was the Imperial Guard who rebelled. Otherwise, such a situation would never have happened." Admiral Reinhard Scheer, commander of the High Seas Fleet, said .

As commander of the High Seas Fleet, he also led the High Seas Fleet to defeat the Royal Navy. It is foreseeable that after the end of this war, Admiral Reinhard Scheer will be able to get his wish to be promoted again and become admiral of the navy. He didn't want any trouble to happen before he was promoted. In that case, the situation will be troublesome.

"Mutiny? The Praetorian Guards are His Majesty's most loyal troops. How could they mutiny?" Marshal von Pohl, chief of naval staff, shook his head.

"Nothing is impossible. Since the Admiralty has been attacked, we can't contact Berlin yet. Then, there is only one possibility. Therefore, we have to take countermeasures immediately." Marshal Earl Tirpitz seemed I've made up my mind.

"Your Excellency, Marshal, what are you going to do?" Marshal von Pohl asked.

"Order the 1st Division of the Marine Corps to assemble immediately. In two hours, take the train to Berlin!" Marshal Earl Tirpitz ordered.

With Qin Tian's help, the German Navy established the Marine Corps, although it was small in size, with only 5 divisions. However, it is the route of elite soldiers. Except for the training in landing operations, everything else is no different from the infantry division of the Army. Originally, Marshal Earl Tirpitz planned to let the Marine Corps shine in the battle to land in the UK. But I didn't expect that there is trouble in Berlin now. Then, the only way is for the Marine Corps to make an early appearance.

"Your Excellency Marshal, it is a felony to mobilize troops to Berlin without an order!" The faces of the people present suddenly changed drastically. In particular, Marshal von Bohr even spoke out to persuade him.

"I know, but now, we can't sit still. Berlin can't be contacted, and the Admiralty is under attack. Maybe, the safety of His Majesty the Emperor cannot be guaranteed. As His Majesty's subjects, we must respond immediately That’s fine. I’ve already decided that if there’s any responsibility, it’s up to me!” said Marshal Count Tirpitz.

The other generals, seeing that Marshal Earl Tirpitz had made up his mind, had no choice but to stop persuading them.

"Your Excellency the Marshal, I think we should contact His Highness the Crown Prince. There has been a mutiny in Berlin, and His Highness the Crown Prince must be very anxious." Lieutenant General Hipper suggested.

Marshal Count Tirpitz nodded: "If there is a mutiny in Berlin, then it is likely to be aimed at the Crown Prince. The navy's development to this point is inseparable from the support of the Crown Prince. Therefore, If someone wants to target His Royal Highness, hurt him, or rob him of his position as Crown Prince, the Navy will absolutely not agree. I will send a telegram to His Royal Highness, but the 1st Division of the Marine Corps must do it right away Get ready, don't waste too much time!"

The other admirals nodded their heads. They all agreed with the view of Marshal Earl Tirpitz that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is the object of allegiance to the Navy.