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As time goes by, the conflict between China and the United States caused by the execution of the US ambassador to Hawaii seems to have completely disappeared. Except for the demonstrations and marches held in the United States from time to time, there is no relevant one in the world.

Talk about it. Although Hawaii controls more than 50% of the world's sugar, most people don't even know where these small islands are, let alone pay attention to these things.

This is just a topic of conversation after dinner, and once the freshness is over, I will not pay attention to it.

Of course, this is just a folk view. In fact, the eyes of major powers have long been gathered here. Most countries believe that the United States will definitely not swallow its anger. China and the United States will focus on Hawaii.

We are fighting a fierce war. However, everyone's views on the final victory or defeat are different. However, this does not hinder the United Kingdom, France, Japan and Russia, and hopes that China will be defeated. For this reason, they have also taken some measures.

Indirectly help the United States.

For example, in the future, the two "Fuji-class" battleships of the Navy frequently went out to sea for training and patrolled the navy near the Ryukyu Kingdom. Although they were far apart, they had a very strong sense of provocation. However, once the Chinese warships caught up, they immediately

It was just evacuated. The British "Chinese Fleet" also frequently dispatched in the South China Sea, which attracted the attention of the Chinese Navy. You should know that the British "Chinese Fleet" has now sent four additional "June Power" class battleships

As soon as they were dispatched, the Chinese Navy's local fleet had to focus on them, so naturally they could no longer provide support to the Pacific Fleet.

On August 31, 1897, Wang Yuze met with the military giant in the garden of the palace. It was midsummer and the weather in Beijing was very hot. Although there was an electric fan, it seemed that it would not rise in this hot summer.

How big is it to use? It is better to enjoy a bowl of iced sour plum soup under the shade of the tree. Nothing can cool down the heat.

"Master! The war between us and the Americans will probably start soon!" Xiong Wu said. Although the Chinese Navy is ready, he is still a little worried. After all, the battleships of the Pacific Fleet are in trouble.

It would be difficult to win one-on-two if you want to win two.

"It seems that these Americans really plan to fight with us. However, they do not declare war on us, and seem to think that after defeating, they can quickly withdraw from the war. They think better! After starting the war, they want to end the war,

It's not that easy." Wang Yuze said with a smile. Americans can decide when the war begins, but when the war ends, it's up to China to decide.

"Master! According to the latest news we have received, the US Navy has organized their naval main force to form the US West Coast Fleet, including four battleships, one second-class battleship, eighteen cruisers, and twenty-two destroyers. Their forces are ours

The Pacific Fleet is twice as good as the Pacific Fleet. Their main force has arrived at the San Diego Naval Base a week ago and is now under rest. It is estimated that they will take action next month!" Zhang Cheng said.

"Is it twice the advantage of military strength? However, Americans' warships are generally poor now! The firepower of the four battleships is similar to our 'Plateau-class' battleships, but at the maximum speed is only 15 knots, the fastest Io

The battleship of the Wa's is only 17 knots. It is slower than our 'Plateau' class 17.5 knots. Although we have two smaller numbers, once the war begins, we can rely on the speed and accuracy of artillery.

As for the cruisers, the US Navy only had two old armored cruisers, one of which was staying on the east coast and not coming, the other one of which was Texas, the highest speed

There are only 17 quarters. Our heavy cruisers and light cruisers are enough to achieve an overwhelming victory!" Wang Yuze was very optimistic. Although the Chinese Navy has few warships, its quality is one level higher than that of the US Navy. In addition, China

The Navy's soldiers are much more powerful than the rookies who have never fought in the US Navy. With the fire control system and other equipment, it is not impossible to defeat the more with less.

"Yes, Master! Lieutenant General Lie Dingxin, the commander of the Pacific Fleet, is also full of confidence. Now, although our main force is staying in the waters of Hawaii, outside of San Diego, our warships are always monitoring. Once the US Navy goes to sea, we will

You will get news." Zhang Cheng said.

"Master, there are still too few warships in the Pacific Fleet. Can the local fleet draw some warships over here?" Xiong Wu asked.

"Chief of Staff, recently, the Japanese and British have been making trouble. The local fleet has only two battleships, so until our "Chinese-class" battleships are in service, the local fleet's battleships cannot be transferred to the Pacific Fleet.

But don't worry, the Pacific Fleet is confident that it will defeat the Americans!" Zhang Cheng said.

"Hmph! These little Japanese and British devils are specifically looking for trouble for us at this time. Prince, should we take measures to compete against each other?" Army Minister Cai Yun suggested. There is no doubt that this war is made by

The Navy sang a one-man show, which made him, the Army Minister, envious.

Wang Yuze shook his head and said, "Wait for a while! There will be a battle between us and Japan sooner or later. This time will not be soon. After the 'Chinese'-class battleship is in service, we and Xiao

It's time for the decisive battle in Japan!"

"Zhang Cheng, can the exact service time of our 'Chinese-class' battleship be determined?" Wang Yuze asked. There are too few naval battleships, which has seriously affected China's performance in many strategies.

"Back to the emperor, according to the current progress, it should be completed in August next year and delivered to the navy at the end of the year!" Zhang Cheng replied. He knew that the time of war against Japan depends on when the "Chinese-class" battleships can be put into service.

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Wang Yuze nodded and said, "Where is our 'Qin-class' battleship? How is the situation now?"

"Emperor! The first ship of the Qin-class battleship, Qin Shihuang, has started construction in the Tianjin Shipyard. The second ship, Prince Fusu, the third ship, Qin II, and Qin San, the fourth ship, Qin San,

The shipyard will start construction in Tianjin Shipyard, Dalian Shipyard and Qingdao Shipyard within next month. The shipyard will accelerate construction by three shifts, and it will be delivered to the army to serve in mid-1899!" Zhang Cheng said.

Wang Yuze was very satisfied with this. The "Chinese-class" battleship alone should be able to defeat the Japanese Navy. So, will Britain, the United States and Russia take advantage of the situation? This is hard to say. Therefore, the Chinese Navy has

It is only possible to have more powerful battleships. If the 'Qin-class' battleships can be put into service in two years, this will undoubtedly be a great improvement for the Chinese Navy.

The 'Qin-class' battleship is an improved type of the "Chinese-class" battleship. After the Navy Warship Design Institute was designed and improved according to Wang Yuze's requirements, construction began. Four ships were built at one time, named "Qin Shihuang" respectively.

The Qin-class battleship, the standard displacement of 20,500 tons, the full load displacement of 23,500 tons, the total length is 164 meters, the width is 26 meters, and the draft is

9.6 meters, powered by 16-seat oil-fuel boilers and two latest steam turbines, with a power of 30,000 horsepower, with a maximum speed of more than 23 knots (the maximum speed in the test run after successful construction ran 24 knots), and a range of 10

9000 nautical miles, the equipment is 4 dual-mounted 305mm 50-caliber naval guns, and a load-type turret is used, so that all eight main guns can fire to the unified side, and four main guns can fire in both forward and backward

, 10 155mm rapid-fire guns and 6 37mm rapid-fire guns. The armor is made of Krupp's new armor, with the main turret and bridge armor of 343mm, the deck is 85mm, and the side of the port is 305mm. And "China"

Compared with the "Qin-class" battleship, the "Qin-class" battleship has faster speeds and similar firepower, but has thicker armor and its anti-strike ability is more than 1.5 times that of the "Chinese-class" battleship. This level of battleship also does not have torpedo launch tubes installed.

, This seems to have become a routine in the Chinese Navy. At the same time, the latest fire control system will be adopted on this level of battleships, which will once again greatly improve the hit rate of the battleships. However,

The cost of the "Qin-class" battleship is also very amazing. The unit price of each ship is 10 million yuan. Fortunately, I got a lot of war compensation from the Japanese. Otherwise, there would be no way to build such an expensive battleship.

The "Chinese-class" battleship will give the Chinese Navy the initiative in combat ship design, while the "Qin-class" battleship will be able to further expand the advantages of the Chinese Navy. When the "Chinese-class" battleship is in service, other countries will have no matter what they have already.

The battleships that are still in service or under construction, and even the battleships that are still in design, will all be outdated, and Wang Yuze wants to laugh. A battleship will not work in less than a few years from the completion of the design to the completion of the construction and service, even if it is the United Kingdom.

Like the navy, this will give the Chinese Navy more time to prepare.

"Where is our battle cruiser? When will it start to be built?" Wang Yuze asked. Wang Yuze has always been hesitant about whether to build a battle cruiser. Because although the battle cruiser is fast, it can never be used as a main ship.

It is equivalent to using light cavalry to confront heavy cavalry. However, considering China's vast maritime interests, he still plans to build some battle cruisers.

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