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Fortunately, the United States had the help of Cuban rebels, and quickly grasped the movements of the Spanish fleet. I don't know if I don't know it. Once I got the situation, the U.S. Navy was overjoyed.

"Unexpectedly, the Spanish battleship Princess Christina was damaged and repaired at the shipyard in San Diego."

This information made Rear Admiral Sampling not know what to say. This situation is simply too good for the US Navy. Good news could not be better.

"And the information that the Cubans inquired about is very good. Even the battleship Princess Christina has time to repair. It takes 15 days to repair."

Colonel Simpson let out his own sigh.

"This is normal. In order to avoid Spanish slavery and to make their country independent, these Cubans should also work hard."

Brigadier General Dewey expressed his opinion.

"Then we will set off in seven days, just to see if the Spaniards will drop their jaws when they suddenly see us coming."

Major General Samplin decided to set off in a week and head to San Diego to block the door.

"Good idea, this can block the Spaniards in Santiago. But we can use the army to land on both sides, and then rely on the army to take the fort around Santiago and force it to die at sea. What about this plan?"

Well, this Commodore Dewey is even more ruthless, and directly wants to drive the Spanish fleet to death in the port of San Diego. Of course, no matter what they think, they need to make plans first. Of course, during this period, they need to be modified and limited according to the actual situation.

While the U.S. Navy is eyeing the Spanish fleet in the Port of San Diego, the Spanish fleet in the Port of San Diego is also making a protective deployment.

Standing on the high ground on the side of the port, Lieutenant General Sedra looked at the warships in the port and arranged the defense measures.

"First of all, we need to arrange more notification ships and set up observation posts on the shore so that we can give early warning. Second, we need to set up minefields to ensure the safety of San Diego Port. I have a hunch that the US fleet will soon come to the door. ."

In fact, there is no need for a hunch. Just when they arrived at San Diego Harbor, five or six ships from outside knew that the American fleet would definitely get news.

Of course, since he dared to come to the port of San Diego, this meant that Lieutenant General Sedra was not afraid of the presence of the American fleet. In terms of battleship performance and size, the Spanish fleet is no worse than it. Although he is unwilling to fight against the United States, if this day comes, he is not afraid.

Colonel Leifer knew a little bit about Lieutenant General Sedra's mentality, but now is not the time to talk about it. I saw him taking the words of the lieutenant general and continuing to speak.

"The minefield is to be set up. I don't think it should be too far out. We can arrange the minefield inward. It is better for the US fleet to be able to attack the fort in San Diego. Otherwise, if the US fleet abandons the storm and conducts the offensive With mine, the situation is more difficult. And the battery can consume the U.S. Navy to some extent."

Leifer's meaning is clear. Use all available power to attack the opponent. If you win, the loss caused by the destruction of the fort is not worth mentioning. If you lose, even if the fort remains, it is useless.

"Just do as you say."

So the Spanish fleet, repaired in Santiago, began to prepare defensive measures.

A week later, the fully assembled U.S. fleet sailed out of the port, this time with a will to sink the boat. Putting down the US Navy's wealth, they are betting on the glory of the US Navy for decades.

. "It's time to end all this, the fleet of the United States of America will finally sail freely in the Caribbean Sea!" Rear Admiral Samplin confidently said to all the naval officers and men before setting off.

Three days later, the U.S. fleet finally arrived outside the Port of San Diego. Led by four Pennsylvania-class cruisers, three Indiana-class battleships lined up in a column and slowly appeared in the field of view of the San Diego fort. Behind it, there are as many as 9 cruisers of various types.

Then there are 3 shallow-water heavy gunships. These data are excellent, but the products with poor actual performance are also put on the altar of war. They will serve as supplements to the main fleet, as well as the main force for attacking battery and port facilities. After all, battleships have so few main battery turrets that the U.S. Navy needs to use these shells where they can best be used.

But the U.S. Navy's hopes of blocking the Spanish fleet in San Diego were dashed. Because of the notification ship, the Spanish fleet had already left three hours ago, with the exception of the battleship Princess Christina.

"The main force of the Spanish fleet doesn't seem to be in the port." Rear Admiral Samplin picked up the binoculars and looked at the smoke pillars rising near the Spanish fort in the distance.

Just ahead of him, 3 shallow-water gunboats and 3 cruisers ~www.wuxiamtl.com~ are pouring fire on the battery outside San Diego Harbor. The long barrel is constantly spewing flames, and huge fireballs are ejected from the barrel. Then, with the sound of shells slicing through the air at high speed, a round of 10-inch and 8-inch shells smashed heavily on the fort in San Diego Harbor.

Although the Spaniards tried to fight back, the fort armed with old-fashioned artillery was of little use under such intense fire. If it weren't for the fear of mines, the U.S. fleet might have approached and fired, completely sweeping away the entire fort.

Major General Samplin said with a worried expression. "If the Spanish fleet were not there. Our plan would have failed."

Dewey shook his head. "No, Spain should have reached the end of the battle. Although their fleet is still strong, their nationality may no longer be able to support this war for a long time. They also need a chance to end this war, victory or defeat. ."

"Then what do we do now? Continue to fight? Although the 8-inch and 10-inch guns have relatively abundant ammunition. But we can't just waste precious shells here." Samplin said a little unwillingly.

"The shallow water heavy artillery formation is out of the team and close to the attack, we need to get the Spaniards out."

After a moment of contemplation, Dewey said through gritted teeth. The Spaniards have time. If they are allowed to delay, the entire fleet must leave the battle position before dark. After all, they still take into account the factors of lightning strikes. In this case, it is better to give the Spanish fleet a chance to attract them out. At the same time, the three ships behind are really not suitable for high-speed maneuvering, so it is better to give it up temporarily.

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