Chapter 413： The prospect is worrying (seeking monthly ticket)

The scenery of Scapa Flow was originally very beautiful. However, after a large number of warships of the British Royal Navy were stationed, the tranquility here has been completely disturbed.

Today's Scapa Flow is even more confused and mournful.

The sneak attack by the German submarine last night caused great losses to the Royal Navy. There were a total of five battleships that were hit. Among them, there are many cutting-edge capital ships such as the battleship 'Warrior' and the battleship 'Warrior'. The other battleships "Conqueror", "Giant" and "Neptune" are also the main battleships of the Royal Navy with heavy losses. However, just one submarine of the German Navy cost them such a big loss. For the Royal Navy, this is undoubtedly difficult for them to accept.

"Your Excellency, the damage assessment report has come out." The adjutant walked into Admiral John Jellicoe's office and reported to him.

At this time, the office was filled with smoke, as if a fire had broken out. Admiral John Jellicoe stayed up all night last night. How could he be able to sleep when he was attacked so badly?

General John Jellicoe sent a report, read it carefully.

Among the five battleships hit by the submarines of the German Navy last night, the most severely damaged were the battleships 'Warrior' and 'Warrior'. Because of their larger size, these two battleships became the focus of the U-037 submarine's attack. Two torpedoes hit the two battleships respectively. After the underwater armor was torn apart, the two battleships were seriously flooded. After the efforts of the damage control personnel, the two battleships were still unable to be saved. Now, the two battleships have sunk in the port. Most of the hull has sunk into the water. Although, with the technical strength of the United Kingdom, it is not a big problem to salvage these two battleships and then repair them. However, this obviously takes a lot of time. And now, what they lack the most is time.

The battleship 'Conqueror' was hit by two torpedoes at the same time. However, the damage was not serious. Their damage control response was prompt and the watertight compartments were closed. However, due to a lot of seawater pouring into the hull, the hull still tilted to a certain extent. The subsequent repair work is equally difficult and takes a lot of time.

The battleships 'Giant' and 'Neptune', because of their weaker armor, suffered more serious damage after being hit by torpedoes. It's just that it didn't sink directly. It will also take a lot of time to repair these two battleships.

"Damn it! Five battleships were attacked, two were sunk directly, and the remaining three were unable to participate in the battle for a short time. How should we fight this battle?" Admiral John Jellicoe had a very headache.

Originally, compared with the battleships of the German Navy, the battleships of the Royal Navy had a certain numerical advantage. However, if these five battleships are excluded, this will make the Royal Navy's numerical advantage no longer exist.

"General, how do we report to London now?" Lieutenant General David Betty also looked very tired because of staying up late.

General John Jellicoe thought for a while, and then said: "Report truthfully! After all, it is impossible to keep a secret of such a big matter."

David? Betty Lieutenant General nodded. There is no doubt that the sneak attack by the German submarine last night once again severely damaged the Royal Navy. Moreover, the face of the Royal Navy was also dealt a huge blow. It also makes the Royal Navy have little chance of winning in future wars. He could guess how angry Churchill, the Secretary of the Navy, would be when he heard the news. However, there is no way to do this. Who made Scapa Flow's underwater defense almost equal to zero? This allowed the German submarine to sneak in easily, launch the torpedo, and then leave calmly. From the beginning to the end, the British Navy did not even see the face of the German submarine. This is undoubtedly a shame for them.

"General, so many of our battleships have been severely damaged this time. I'm afraid the next battle will be difficult!" Lieutenant General David Beatty said. Obviously, he has no more confidence in the future decisive battle at sea.

"I know! But, do we have other options? The Germans dispatched submarines to attack us and succeeded. This will further fuel their arrogance. I think the Germans will soon provoke a decisive battle Go!" Admiral John Jellicoe sighed. If possible, he certainly hopes to delay the decisive battle for another year or two. In that case, the Royal Navy will be able to regain its strength. Even in the face of the powerful German navy, it is not impossible to win at all, and it will definitely not be as embarrassing as it is now. However, Admiral John Jellicoe could feel that the decisive battle seemed to be about to begin.

"At worst, we'll hide in the military port and not fight." Lieutenant General David Betty said.

"Is this possible?" Admiral John Jellicoe shook his head.

David? Lieutenant General Betty was also silent for a while. Of course he also knew that it was impossible. Even if they hide in the military port, the Germans will not let them go. Although, the military port has complete coastal defenses. But those coastal cities in Britain will inevitably become the targets of German naval attacks. Even the capital may be attacked by the German navy. At that time, if they don't fight, is that still possible?

No matter how bad it is, as long as the German navy destroys the British coastal shipyards, then the battleships they are building can no longer continue to be built. The Royal Navy has no chance of defeating the German Navy.

Moreover, the United Kingdom is still under the blockade of Germany. Overseas trade lines have been completely cut off. Next, this caused a shortage of various materials in the UK. I am afraid that it will not be long before the British society will collapse. Under such circumstances, how could they go to war with Germany!

"No matter what, our decisive battle with the Germans must continue. Unless the government decides to admit defeat and surrender. Otherwise, we have to do our best to win the British Empire." John Jellicoe entered will say.

David? Betty Lieutenant General nodded in recognition of this. Indeed, they have no way out.