Chapter 2158: Deployment

"The British government rejected our proposal." Two days later, Grand Duke Baden came to Ruprecht's office with a note from the British government.

　　 "It seems that we still underestimated the persistence and arrogance of the British." Ruprecht said calmly.

　　 "In this way, killing the British Fleet is no longer a bonus question but a must-do question?" Grand Duke Baden asked. "Will you personally direct this final battle?"

　　 "Yes, I will direct it myself." Ruprech nodded and said. "In order to have a perfect ending at the end of the war, I hope that the various departments of the empire can fully cooperate with my actions."

　　 "As you wish, Your Royal Highness." Grand Duke Baden said. "You can recruit any personnel and materials in the empire without reporting to the emperor or the parliament. For the sake of confidentiality, you can also use some extraordinary means. The emperor will wait for your victory in Berlin."

A day later, Ruprecht and his entourage returned to Wilhelmshaven and established the first joint naval and air command of the German Reich here. This command can command all the current German mainland and the western front. The Air Force, as well as the entire German High Seas Fleet and the land-based aviation units attached to the Navy. In addition to the military aspect, this command also has an independent outreach department responsible for contacting foreign governments. Yes, you read that right. This joint command has taken over the duties of certain government foreign ministries.

"This will be the last big battle of this war. We will face the largest fleet on the planet directly at sea. Therefore, even though we have gained some advantages, we still cannot take it lightly. In order to ensure the victory of this battle, we All the forces that can be mobilized must be mobilized. Now, I need to know how the Allied fleets are in the Mediterranean and Indian Oceans." In the meeting room of the Admiralty Building in Wilhelmshaven, Ruprecht held a joint meeting with the elites of the German Navy and Air Force. The first meeting after the headquarters was established.

"Two months ago, we had taken control of the Suez Canal, and the two super-intrepid Scharnhorst and Gneisenau of General Su Xiong had entered the Mediterranean and merged with the Allied Mediterranean fleet. At present, the entire fleet can be mobilized. The total number of battleships includes 4 combined force-class super dreadnoughts from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, 2 super dreadnoughts from the Turkish Empire, and 2 super dreadnoughts under General Su Xiong, a total of 8 ships, and we can provide the entire fleet Destroyers and supply ships.” Count Spey, who was sitting second on the right hand of His Royal Highness, said.

　　Earl Spey was in charge of commanding the former Dreadnought Fleet before, but he also had command of the Allied Mediterranean Fleet, so he was responsible for contacting the Allied Mediterranean Fleet. After the Suez Canal was opened, the Suxiong Fleet and the Allied Mediterranean Fleet completed their rendezvous. The two Austro-Hungarian Super Intrepids that were damaged in the air strikes have also been repaired. Up to now, the Allied Mediterranean Fleet has a total of 8 Super Intrepids. Ship! The battle power of capital ships has surpassed the French navy! Before the final battle comes, this fleet must also be used!

　　 "Is it difficult if this fleet is going to enter the Atlantic Ocean?" Ruprecht asked.

"It's not difficult. Although the British fortress blocked the Strait of Gibraltar, the opposite is French Morocco. The French are very cooperative with our actions. They have allowed us to use the airport and airship field in Morocco. After our air force passed, There are ready-made ammunition, fuel, and maintenance facilities. It is said that it is unrealistic to take the fortress of Gibraltar, but it is possible to force it through at night." Earl Spey said.

　　 "Forced through? Didn't the British deploy mines there?" Ruprecht said unexpectedly.

"Basically no. The British may think it was unnecessary before, but now they have no energy. Even if there are a few mines, it does not matter. The French are willing to provide minesweepers, and the minesweepers and destroyers of the Austro-Hungarian Empire are also sufficient. 58 kilometers, the fleet can pass at full speed in one and a half hours." Earl Spey's words revealed a sense of ease.

Although the Strait of Gibraltar is indeed very dangerous, it lacks sufficient weapons to threaten capital ships. The 12-inch and 13.5-inch main guns used by dreadnoughts cannot be allocated to this place that would not seem to be threatened. There are only former dreadnoughts. The 12-inch and 9.2-inch guns used. It is impossible for this level of firepower to pose a threat to capital ships sailing at high speed. submarine? The British fleet has not deployed a few ships in the Mediterranean itself, and if the fleet passes quickly at night and implements light control, the efficiency of submarine ambushes is also very low. So Piaget's optimism has a reason.

"If your Highness needs it, the fleet can enter the Atlantic smoothly. With the help of the Spaniards and French, our supplies will not be a problem. We can independently carry out the task of breaking diplomatic relations on the Atlantic, or we can take advantage of the weather to enter the North Sea area and the main force. The confluence of the fleet depends entirely on your will~www.wuxiaspot.com~ the earl said.

"Very well, whether the Mediterranean fleet will independently perform the task of breaking diplomatic relations or enter the North Sea to converge, we will talk about it later, but for now, we must at least let them enter the Atlantic Ocean. I can help you handle the port and maintenance on the French side and bring the fleet intact. Out of the Mediterranean, and then the remaining task is to wait for orders. Someone from the air force will contact you." Ruprecht said.

　　If nothing else, Earl Spey will return to the commander of the Mediterranean fleet. In order for this precious fleet to exit the Mediterranean smoothly, Ruprecht needs to equip this fleet with additional air defense forces. After the fleet entered the Atlantic Ocean, the station was on Belle Island in France. After consultation with the French government, the German Marine Corps will take over the island, and the Luftwaffe will also enter to defend the fleet against possible British bombers.

"His Royal Highness, are you planning to wait for the Earl's fleet to be in place before launching a general offensive? If it can be successfully in place, our battleship will surpass that of the British fleet. This will be good, but it may be difficult to converge. "Admiral Scheer, who sits first on the left, said.

"The Confederate Mediterranean Fleet wants to return to the mainland in two ways. The first way is to cross the English Channel directly under the cover of the air force. This way is the nearest, but it is very dangerous. We have to face the British shore artillery and bombers. Of course, the most terrifying things are mines and submarines. We have no good way to deal with the latter," the crown prince said.

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