Chapter 1,117 A Cry for Help From the North

Chapter 1117 A cry for help from the north

"So in other words, if weather factors are not taken into account, in daytime conditions, the British rely on aerial reconnaissance, it is basically difficult for us to sneak attack the British fleet, is that right?" Scheer said.

"Yes, assessing the British Navy's perception and response speed is the main reason for my operation. From the current point of view, the British have an advantage in the use of naval aviation power. They also have some advantages in radio technology. And our advantage lies in the overall speed of the fleet. It is true that we cannot face the enemy's complete High Seas Fleet, but if we want to leave, the British also have no way."

"The key for us to deal with the British is to suppress the British aviation power and continue to consume the fast fleet. The key for the British to deal with us is to build a fast fleet that can delay us. We need to do two things , and the British only need to do a little better, this is the current situation!" The prince said frankly, this time he wanted to make Scheer and others aware of the gap between the two sides. Although the victory in the Thunder-Sebrus battle was brilliant, it was very short. It is difficult to replicate again, unless the German fleet can solve the above two problems!

"We need to take a long-term view on these matters. The most realistic thing at present is how to rescue two battlecruisers in the Norwegian Sea. This operation has proven that the High Seas Fleet cannot enter the Norwegian Sea to meet them. The Grand Fleet is always active. Once we If we are dispatched, the British will soon follow, even if we set off at night, because we cannot cross the entire North Sea in one night. And we have found two battlecruisers, and even now, we don’t even know their positions. I don’t know!” Scheer said.

"This question depends on when Lefetsov will send the report. We can only make next plans after knowing their status. And I have a feeling that this time the British may implement a more extreme strategy to restrict We have, say, a short-term near-shore blockade!" said the prince.

"Then we can only try to enter the North Sea from the Skagerrak Strait, but this has certain risks. We have found traces of British submarines on this route, and there have also been mines laid by them in the strait. The larger ones If a large-scale fleet passes through, there is a high chance of being discovered and it may hit a mine," Admiral Scheer said.

"So, when our squadron enters the Skagerrak Strait, we must firmly contain the large fleet. We need to make a good plan for this." Before the prince finished speaking, an officer came with the translation The telegram came in, and when he saw the telegram, the prince's heart skipped a beat.

"The British have strengthened their blockade against us. Yesterday, we once again encountered the British fleet. In this battle, a fuel tank in the front of the battlecruiser Blücher was penetrated, resulting in the loss of hundreds of tons. of fuel. We may not be able to hold on for too long, about 4 days at most. The British aerial reconnaissance is very powerful and even made attack actions. I hope the navy can make some efforts." The telegram was very brief, even to the High Seas Fleet He didn't make any demands.

Obviously, Lefetsov is very aware of the strength of both fleets. To a certain extent, this information can be regarded as a masterpiece.

"When we get back, contact Hipper immediately. I'm afraid we will have to draw the first drop of blood this time." The prince said with a gloomy face. The bow mailbox of the Blücher was destroyed, which directly greatly reduced the battleship's endurance and may have greatly affected its speed. Although he was very reluctant, he had to say that the Blücher's end was approaching, and the ship's condition and fuel were no longer enough to allow the battleship to run at high speed for a long time. This time, the High Seas Fleet is destined to lose at least one capital ship!

"It's time to make a choice." Scheer said after taking a look at the telegram. Scheer was a decisive person, even stronger than Hipper at this point. Historically, in the Battle of Dogger Sandbank, Hipper had always wanted to save the Blücher. During the Battle of Jutland, in order to get the Grand Fleet off the line, Scheer personally issued the order for Hipper's fleet to charge. From a personal point of view, this is a bit cold-blooded, but from the overall strategic perspective, this is very correct. After all, the situation at that time was too dangerous. Without the battlecruiser detachment, the German fleet would be uncomfortable, but without the High Seas Fleet, then Just wash up and sleep...

"The loss of the Blücher is inevitable, but we must bring the Moltke back. Just like this, after returning, the fleet will be reorganized. We will prepare for up to two days and then start taking action," the prince said.

At this time, in the distant Norwegian Sea, two German battlecruisers were sailing side by side. Yes, they were sailing side by side. There was a long oil pipeline between the two battleships.

"Send a signal to Colonel Hullhouse and ask him to prepare for refueling." Colonel von Lefetzov ordered. However, after sending the light signal several times, there was no response from the other side. Just when the colonel was about to send the fourth signal, the battleship Blücher on the opposite side finally responded.

"Abort refueling operations."

"If this war is destined to involve sacrifices, then let Blücher be the first sacrifice given to the God of War by the High Seas Fleet? At least you still have hope to go back, and we are no longer able to."

"Damn guy!" Von Lefetzov felt sadness, anger and helplessness all at the same time. Just 18 hours ago, they unexpectedly encountered two Queen-class fast battleships. The two sides had a short exchange of fire. Relying on good armor box defense, the core cabins of the two battleships were intact, but one shot hit the front. The shells from the armored belt still took out two heavy fuel tanks. If it were a battle between the large fleets, it would be fine to just sail back, but in this environment, it would undoubtedly be a death sentence for the Blücher. The so-called fleet can only support 4 days refers to the situation of Blücher, while Moltke can support at least another week or so.

After some debate, Colonel von Lefetzov overcame a small number of objections in the fleet and prepared to provide fuel for Blücher to help it return. But at the last critical moment, he did not expect that the other party refused to accept it.

"Send a signal to this bastard Hull House and tell him that he has no right to decide the fate of a precious battlecruiser!" Colonel von Lefetzov said with a ferocious expression.

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