Chapter 74: Once No. 1 in Asia
"To be honest, I think the Port of Lushun is not suitable as the main naval port. Although it is easy to defend and difficult to attack, and its location is dangerous, the port conditions are slightly worse and the distance to potential opponents is too close, which strategically restricts mobility." When the ship changed its berth with the help of the guide ship, Hipper, who had been a full-time navigator, made a slight complaint.
The main channel of Lushun is not deep, only about 7 meters. This is precisely why the draft of the Dingyuan-class ironclad ship was limited to more than 6 meters. If Mainz is under heavy load, it is obviously impossible to enter the berth. Therefore, after removing a large amount of coal and other loads, this legendary battleship, which was so powerful in the Far East some time ago, was able to enter the port with a one-to-three legendary warship.
Ruprecht supported Hipper’s opinion. At least Ruprecht believed that it was a wrong choice for the Russians to deploy their main fleet in Lushun during the Russo-Japanese War. The Russian fleet was in The strength of the Far East is weaker than that of Japan. And this fleet that was already at a loss was divided into two parts, the main fleet at Lushun Port, and the Essen fleet consisting of three 10,000-ton cruisers in Vladivostok.
The main channel of Lushun Port is too narrow, so it can be blocked by mines and sunken ships. Makanov was killed by water and thunder. With the cooperation of the mine blockade, the Japanese fleet can easily lock the main force of the Pacific Fleet. And the Yellow Sea is too small, as long as you come out, you will encounter it. Such a small sea area almost makes it impossible for the weaker side of the fleet to play!
Compared with the performance of the Essen fleet from Vladivostok, the more powerful battle fleet did nothing. It was ironic that I was finally bombed and sunk in the harbor! I trapped myself to death! Of course, some people say that Vladivostok is an ice-free port and cannot go out in winter. Ruprecht did not know the level of the icebreaker at the time, but Ruprecht knew that the fleet in Lushun also did not run out! In the end, the Russians all decided to break through to Vladivostok, which shows that the Russians' idea of focusing on Lushun was wrong.
When the Mainz finally passed the main channel and entered the berth area of Lushun Port with trepidation, the main force of the Beiyang Navy finally appeared in front of Ruprecht. The first thing that came into view was Dingyuan and Zhenyuan, the town of Beiyang Navy. The treasure of the army, then two German-built armored cruisers Jingyuan and Laiyuan, followed by the British dome-built cruisers Zhiyuan and Jingyuan. Then came the autonomous Pingyuan of the Fuzhou Shipping Bureau, and finally the old ships such as Chaoyong and Yangwei!
"Except for the two armored ships, all other warships are unusable. Once the war starts, I am not optimistic about the Beiyang Fleet." Hipper looked at the Beiyang Navy warships that were being greeted in the harbor. Said with a sigh.
After experiencing the Toshima naval battle, Hipper also grew up quickly and became more sensitive to naval technology. These products that have been behind by more than one era are naturally inferior to his vision. The new 3,000-ton, 4,000-ton second-class dome cruiser is nothing more than a native of Munich in front of Munich. These warships are even worse.
"Your Highness, are you not attending the ceremony that is about to begin?" Hipper asked.
"I will not participate in the ceremony, it is easy to cause speculation from the outside world, but I will attend the subsequent meeting." Ruprecht said. As the prince and honorary admiral of Bavaria, together with the actual commander of the Toshima naval battle, these auras represent too much meaning. Not to mention the unequal status, it will increase some unnecessary troubles, anyway, it is just a ceremony.
Tirpitz and a group of people have gone to the grand welcome ceremony. Naturally, the northern side can't leave the prince in the cold, and this time, the first officer Yang Yonglin who is in charge of receiving Ruprecht is really far away! Ruprecht still admires this outstanding general who committed suicide and died in the end! Under Yang Yonglin's guidance, Ruprecht and his party boarded the Zhenyuan ship.
"My war is over, and yours is about to begin." Standing in the huge twin 12-inch terrace turret on the side of Zhenyuan's hull, Ruprecht said, leaning against the artillery. Then it was worth a while and the armored cruiser Mainz said in the distance: "The ships of the Northern Ocean have been changed and they are too old."
"But we have some problems with our funds." Yang Yonglin looked at the warship in the distance, with envy in his eyes, but then said with a little regret.
"This is the matter of your nave, but I think he can distinguish the importance. I believe that this ship can enter the Beiyang." Ruprecht motioned the others to leave, and then whispered.
This time the efficiency of both Russia and Germany is still very high. The Russians expressed their willingness to provide emergency loans to the Qing country, and this time, the Russians also attracted the French! With the French financial guarantee, the Russians are still very confident. Of course, the Qing country should be guaranteed by customs duties and salt taxes!
And Li Zhongtang, who had money, naturally wanted to quickly expand his arms and prepare for war. Even before the loan was in place, Li Zhongtang took out the shares of Kailuan Coal Mine and Shanghai Spinning Factory as collateral to purchase battleships! Among the battleships currently available to Beiyang, the Munich-class armored cruiser that just beat Japan to a violent beating is naturally the best choice!
Long before the German fleet arrived in Lushun, the two sides of UU Reading www.uukanshu.com had actually finalized the main content. The only problem was the handover of battleships and the formation of combat effectiveness. Unlike in history, Hannergen from the army was impossible. Served in the Beiyang Fleet, this time the German fleet will send a "experienced" commander to assist the Beiyang Fleet!
"Puff!" When Ruprecht heard these words, half a glass of wine came out. "Since the Battle of Lisa, there have been experienced naval officers in the world, but where do you start with this rich experience in combat?" Ruprecht was puzzled and said he didn't understand.
"His Royal Highness, in fact, you already have rich practical experience!" Tirpitz said half-seriously and half-jokingly. "If you were to choose an officer from the Mainz, who would you choose?"
"Earl Spey and Hipper!" Ruprecht said without hesitation. Both of them are excellent people. If they don't choose them, can they choose Ingenor? ? Earl Spey is among the best in the High Seas Fleet in terms of retraining artillery. Just look at the artillery performance of Sister Shane, as for Hipper? The grasp of the situation and tactics are absolutely powerful, otherwise you will not be able to escape in the battle of the sandbar! Sometimes, running away is also a skill!
The Germans are interesting enough for Beiyang, a future commander of the Far East Fleet and a commander of the Battlecruiser Fleet! What else is unsatisfactory? So now the question is, who is the captain of the Beiyang side?
"Yang Yonglin is 80%!" Ruprecht used these words to win a sword with a black eagle printed on it from Tirpitz! Accurately guessed that Ruprecht appointed by the Beiyang people made Tirpitz even more shocking! This TM is too powerful!
The third one is here~~~~~. This collection doesn't rise very much....
