The Rise of the Empire

"Moreover, we also persuaded the Russians to deploy part of the 6000-ton protective cruisers in Southeast Asia at the start of the war. These dome cruisers are too fragile to be used in large-scale decisive naval battles, but they have a long range and a high speed. , Very suitable for breaking diplomatic relations. Our fleet stationed in the Far East talks about providing supplies and intelligence assistance to the Russians. Japan is an island country, and sea lines of communication are their lifeblood! And if the Japanese want to maintain their lines of communication, then It is necessary to divide forces, and this gives the Russians a chance to defeat the Japanese fleet. As long as they can defeat the Japanese combined fleet, there is no suspense in this war." Benson said.

"But if we want to do the latter point, we need the help of the Germans. Because most of the supplies our Far East fleet needs come from German colonies in the Far East, in addition to artillery shells, the Russian warships need I am afraid that the Germans will also provide the necessary materials." Benson said.

"This is no problem. I have already greeted Prince Ruprecht. He promised to persuade the Kaiser to help us. I still believe in the efficiency of this old friend, but I still hope you can go. A trip to Bavaria, to see if we can let the Germans stand on our side.

"Okay, I will contact Bavaria. But judging from the reaction of the Germans this time, they are not very interested in the war in the Far East. The so-called support for the Russians is just to make more money. Money." Benson thought for a while and said.

"You are right, because Germany has no other interests in the Far East except doing business, and now they can't stretch their hands so long! And this is why we can become friends with Germans, and our interests are appealing. The points are not in conflict. I have a hunch that in the future, Germany will clashed with the British, and that time is the time for the rise of the United States!" Roosevelt said.

"The Kaiser would like to know your views on the Russo-Japanese War, especially the navy. How sure do you think the Russian navy can win?" Tirpitz once again came to Neuschwanstein, where he saw him. Crown Prince Ruprecht and Princess Mary who are on vacation. In addition to congratulating the prince on becoming a prince on behalf of Prussia, his purpose this time is to know the prince's views on the war.

"Russia can't win." Prince Ruprecht answered very simply.

"So what if there are Americans to help?" Tirpitz thought for a while and said. "According to the information we have received, they will directly order 3 to 4 capital ships from the U.S. Navy before the start of war in Russia. If this transaction is successful, the number of capital ships in Russia will directly reach 20! Under the command of General Karnov, the Russian navy has every opportunity to defeat its opponents through a major decisive battle. For island countries like Japan, the failure of the navy means the failure of the war. Not only can it not support the mainland army, but even the survival of the mainland. It's all a problem."

"I've always wondered about a question. Why do you always set the strategy and tactics of both sides subjectively when discussing a certain war? I admit that if you look at the current naval forces of both sides, the Russians will Plus 4 battleships do have great advantages. But both sides of the war are constantly changing. Why do you think that the Japanese Navy will play according to the plan you said? Don’t forget, the Japanese are behind the planet. The most powerful country, the Americans can provide the Russians with 4 warships before the war. Then the British can provide 8 ships! As long as the situation requires!" the prince said grimly. He was completely speechless about the various subjective ideas within the German army.

In history, in order to prevent the two Agile-class battleships from being acquired by Russia, the British could buy them at their own expense, and at the same time personally contact Italy to sell the two Garibaldi-class armored cruisers to Japan before the Russians. The Americans on this plane have quarreled with the British in the Philippines and South Africa. The two sides are regarded as half enemies, and the British regard East Asia to prevent Russia’s expansion as one of their core goals, so you know with your knees, if the United States If people act, the British will definitely take action. Isn’t it just buying a battleship? The British were in a hurry, and there were also British Royal Navy officers and soldiers on the warships sold!

"What do you want to say? I don't understand what you mean." The Secretary of State of the Navy, who was robbed of him, said a little unhappy.

"First of all, the first question, if you are a Japanese, would you let the enemy and us fight when the strength of the opponent is the best?" the prince asked.

"But Japan's last warship will not be delivered until the end of next year. They started the war as early as 1904, and this transaction is likely to be completed by the end of 1903!" Tirpitz said. "It takes time for the Japanese to reach their maximum combat effectiveness. And I haven't calculated the time for the army to prepare for combat."

"But now the Japanese Navy already has 13 battleships. When the last battleship will be in place, it has no effect on the overall situation! The Russians will only be able to complete preparations for 8 battleships in the middle of next year. If the Japanese are willing It is absolutely possible to start a war this year~www.NovelMTL.com~ The current situation in the Far East is 13 to 8! Absolutely great!" The prince sneered.

"Moreover, I would like to ask you a word, do you think Japan is a country that will play cards according to common sense? I can guarantee that this time the Japanese will definitely fight undeclared, using this method of relying on despicable means to gain advantage It is commonplace for Japan. If I were a Russian, I would have put my Far Eastern Army into a state of alert from now on, and I would also concentrate the main combat fleet in Vladivostok, and break the ship in Southeast Asia. cruise!"

"I have a hunch that the last Russian fleet may never reach the Far East!" The prince's last words hit Tirpitz's chest like a hammer.

"But the Japanese army is not in place yet. According to intelligence, their ammunition reserves are not enough, so I think they will wait." Tirpitz continued to retort.

"Don't forget that Japan is an island country. As long as it can defeat the Russian fleet or restrict them, both ammunition and resources can be imported from abroad. This is also the main advantage of maritime countries over continental countries. The British, Even the French want Japan to win. The British government has given Japan enough loans. Japan can raise supplies and raw materials from most of the earth. The material basis for their war is not just the pre-war reserves! The Russians are limited by transportation capacity. , There is a very low upper limit for their material transportation, but the Japanese will not! As long as they can ensure the smooth flow of sea routes!"

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