Chapter 2114: Trap one

"May you succeed." When entering the edge of the Dover Strait, the German minesweeper responsible for providing cover once again sent a blessing signal as usual. This evening is the 15th time Earl Spey has led the fleet into the Strait of Dover. Most officers and soldiers have become accustomed to such tasks.

　　 Except for the twists and turns of the battle on the first day, and on the fifth day, a former dreadnought battleship was sunk by a submarine torpedo, and scattered incidents of mine strikes, the entire German fleet's experience can be said to be smooth. The former dreadnought battleships and armored cruisers of the British Navy are almost consumed, and few can fight. As a result, during this period, the German fleet carried out more "armed patrol" tasks, and there were very few real sea artillery battles.

　　 But Earl Spey still didn't dare to care. This time, the German fleet gathered 3 former dreadnought battleships, 2 armored cruisers, 2 light cruisers, and 5 destroyer/torpedo boat units. The battleship is sufficient to deal with the possible remaining pre-dreadnought ships in the strait, and more than 20 destroyers and torpedo boats are also sufficient for the battleship to perform anti-submarine and anti-lightning missions. In addition, there are 8 minesweepers responsible for clearing possible minefields. It can be said that Earl Spey has considered most of the possible situations.

　　 "Have you heard? The army has stepped up its offensive, and maybe we won't have to perform this kind of mission in 5 days." A German officer said to his colleague in a very relaxed tone.

"I don't think it is necessary. The British will not give up their army. That is millions of troops. The British army has not lost so much in the last 300 years. Maybe they will fight to the death." Another officer said.

"But they don't have any fleets to put on the table now in the strait. It is said that in some ports there may be 3 to 4 former dreadnought battleships and several armored cruisers. However, they are definitely not our opponents." Said the officer.

　　 "Maybe they will mobilize the capital ships of the large fleet." One person said.

"If this is the case, it would be better. Those dreadnoughts will naturally be dealt with by the high seas fleet. We don't have to worry about it. Well, gentlemen, if you have time, you can go to the following to check the situation of the fleet instead of talking here. "At this time, Earl Spey, who had been silent for a long time, said suddenly.

　　Earl is not a rigid person. He also allows his subordinates to exchange some opinions when there is no fighting. But today, an inexplicable anxiety makes the earl feel a little irritated. How do you say? He felt that this period of time passed too easily, the British fleet actually defaulted to the German fleet's control of the Strait of Dover! It's not normal! The earl did not believe that the British would give up the millions of army.

　　 The so-called not erupting in silence, and perishing in silence, the British must be planning something, and in all likelihood, they may call fearless or even super fearless to deal with themselves! Now Earl Spey is ready to be slapped by the British fleet, so even though it has been very calm recently, the Earl still has not let down his vigilance!

"The K fleet has been dispatched. They searched the sea area in front of the fleet route and did not find an opponent. If we continue sailing, Dunkirk Port can be included in our effective range in 1 hour. It seems that tonight , Our main task is to bombard Lu." said an officer in charge of liaison with the Air Force. The earl just nodded slightly. No comment, and at this time, the K fleet of the Luftwaffe began to survey the sea and land near Dunkirk Port.

"Are the British crazy? When we control the Strait of Dover, they still want to evacuate?" When the elevating searchlight on the lower part of the K8 bomber swept over the sea, the sea was passing by the British who were preparing to evacuate by steamboats and small boats. The army surprised the Germans. The harbour pier had been in a mess by bombs and long-range artillery. The British could only evacuate by boats or temporary piers on the beach. Although it is at night, there is cover of darkness, but this is still not a question of daring, but to die!

The K8 bomber hovering over Dunkirk beach immediately reported the situation here to Earl Spey via telegram. After receiving the information, everyone was shocked. For most people, they could use naval guns. It is definitely a very pleasant thing to bombard the retreating army.

"The time to come is finally here! Order the battleship Caesar, the armored cruiser Cologne, and the armored cruiser Luen to attack the evacuation British forces under the guidance of the air force, and pay attention to avoiding the British shore-based artillery. The destroyer squadron spread out around the fleet. , Forming a cordon! Caesar Frederick the Great and Caesar Wilhelm II remained silent, according to the predetermined plan, ready to defend against possible British battleships at any time." The earl ordered.

　　 When the earl saw the telegram, his first reaction was that there was something tricky! Who gave the British the courage to let them withdraw under the guns of the German fleet? Mere land-based artillery is not enough to rely on~www.wuxiaspot.com~ Although shore artillery with permanent bunkers is enough to cause a lot of trouble for battleships, the premise is that the caliber of shore artillery is large enough and the defense is good enough. But obviously, the British hastily constructed anti-sea artillery positions under the suppression of the German Army's long-range artillery clearly did not meet these two conditions. The most powerful artillery is the 9.2-inch cannon originally used as a train cannon. The 13.5-inch and even 15-inch train cannons owned by the British Expeditionary Force were all wiped out under the attack of German bombers, while the 9.2-inch gun relied on a larger number and a smaller size. After all, it still leaves a few artillery pieces. But it is a pity that most of these artillery are matched with concrete armor-piercing shells and high-explosive shells... So this is embarrassing!

　　 As for defense facilities? Not to mention the direct use of battleship turrets in some coastal areas of Germany. The British can't even get the concrete for building reinforced concrete fortifications. They can only build positions in low-lying areas or places with shelters. Coastal defense facilities to defend against battleships and armored cruisers? Let's wash and sleep.

Although the reconnaissance planes in the air and the destroyers on the sea have not found traces of the British fleet, the earl believes that there will be a battleship detachment waiting for him, otherwise the British will never make fun of the army’s life. In keeping with the principle of keeping himself in the midst of night battles, the earl made the other two battleships responsible for guarding, at least when he was attacked, he was prepared.

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