Under the order of Admiral William 7 Benson, the U.S. fleet began to accelerate, increasing the speed from 12 knots to 18 knots, and quickly sailed towards the Chilean Navy, which was attacking the Brazilian Navy. The main guns that had already taken off their gun jackets also started to
It rotated and adjusted the shooting angle. The black muzzle pointed diagonally towards the sky, giving people a chilling atmosphere.
"General, the Americans are accelerating. The speed has increased to 18 knots. Their main guns are already aimed at us!" A staff officer said with a pale face. The sudden appearance of the American fleet put a lot of pressure on everyone!
The combat power of the 10 American battleships far exceeds that of the Chilean Navy. If the Chilean Navy could easily ravage the Argentine Navy and the Brazilian Navy before, then the US fleet can easily send them all to the bottom of the sea!
"General Zhao, what should we do now? Otherwise, let's retreat for now! Anyway, the Brazilian Navy has already sunk one battleship by us, and another one has been severely damaged. The remaining two battleships are no longer a concern.
Already! When the US fleet leaves, we will find another opportunity to kill the Brazilian navy.
That's it!" said Admiral Jorge, Commander of the Chilean Navy! He was already frightened. Compared to Chile, if it were Brazil, Chile would still have the confidence to fight. But facing a big country like the United States, it is like a child and a
The gap between giants is the same, and all Chileans have no confidence!
"General Jorge, if we give in this time, we will never have another chance! The Americans will intervene now and will definitely intervene in the future. They will not let us destroy the Brazilian Navy. If Brazil cannot be destroyed,
Navy, we have no way to launch an attack on Brazil's coastal cities
Attack will not force Brazil to withdraw from the war, which will be a big trouble for Chile! Brazil has a population of more than 20 million and can organize at least an army of millions. No matter how powerful the Chilean army is, it will not
We are too sure to defeat the huge Brazilian Army!" Major General Zhao Hongcai said.
"But..." Admiral Qiao Ge agreed very much with Major General Zhao Hongcai's analysis. But the problem they are facing now is that the US fleet suddenly intervened and they were unable to take the next step!
"Don't worry, General Qiaoge, I guarantee that the American fleet will not dare to do anything to us. Our reinforcements are already on the way and will be here soon!" Major General Zhao Hongcai said with certainty.
"Reinforcements? Where do we have any reinforcements?" General Qiao Ge was confused. But after seeing the smile on Major General Zhao Hongcai's face, he seemed to understand it all at once.
"General Zhao, is this the Chinese Navy? The fleet sent by the Chinese Navy is nearby?" Admiral Qiao Ge asked with a look of surprise.
"Well! If the American fleet does not appear, our Chinese navy will not appear either. Now that the Americans have intervened in this war, the Imperial Navy will certainly not sit idly by! This war is between Chile, Argentina and Brazil
war, other non-South American empires will not let them get involved in this war!" Major General Zhao Hongcai said.
"Haha! Great! With the Chinese navy taking action, look how arrogant the Americans can be! This time, look where those Brazilians are going to escape!" Admiral Jorge said excitedly. Originally, he was under the huge pressure of the US fleet.
He was already prepared to give in temporarily, but he did not expect that the Chinese fleet would actually be in the nearby waters, which once again gave him a lot of confidence. China is more powerful than the United States, both in terms of army and navy. This has long been the case.
It has been recognized all over the world!
More than 20 nautical miles south of the battle waters between the Chilean Navy and the Brazilian Navy, a huge fleet is sailing north.
This huge fleet consists of ten hill-like battleships as the core, surrounded by five slightly smaller Jianghe-class heavy cruisers, six Ningbo-class light cruisers, and 12 Fuqing-class destroyers.
.In addition, there are four supply ships and ten merchant ships loaded with various supplies.
This fleet is the main force of the Chinese Navy's home fleet, consisting of four Han-class battleships and six Hanxin-class fast battleships. Their main mission is to cruise the Atlantic Ocean and secure the melons China has acquired in the Caribbean.
Guadeloupe Island transported a batch of materials and construction machinery. The Chinese Navy plans to build Guadeloupe Island into an important stronghold of China in the Caribbean. With the combination of excellent ports and fortresses, once a war breaks out between China and the United States, it will
Become an important stronghold!
As for providing protection for the Chilean Navy and preventing other countries from intervening in this war, it is just a side task.
"Commander, General Zhao is here to report that the U.S. fleet has appeared, and the Chilean Navy needs us to drive away the U.S. Navy!" Major General Hai Zhengsheng, Chief of Staff of the Home Fleet, reported!
"Oh? Are the Americans still taking action? Huh, leaving two light cruisers and two destroyers to protect the supply fleet. All the remaining warships have accelerated. It's our turn to scare the Americans! Admiral Li Dingxin said!!
"Yes, Commander! However, it would be great if the Americans got hot-headed and launched an attack on us!" Rear Admiral Hai Zhengsheng couldn't help but think this way. The Imperial Navy has not fought a war for several years, especially the Home Fleet.
This is even more true. Before the Han class battleships were put into service, the local fleet only had two Baiqi class battlecruisers to support the scene. Among them, the battlecruiser Mengtian was sunk in the Mediterranean naval battle, leaving only
Disembarked the battleship Baiqi.
After the Han-class battleships entered service, except for the Indian Ocean Fleet and the Pacific Fleet, which each had one as flagships, the remaining four remained in the home fleet. After the Han-Xin-class fast battleships entered service, the Navy Ministry even
All six ships remained in the Home Fleet, making the Home Fleet actually
Its strength has greatly increased and it has become the main fleet of the Chinese Navy, and it is also a powerful exciting fleet. Of course, this approach of the Navy Ministry has made both the Indian Ocean Fleet and the Pacific Fleet a little dissatisfied. Everyone has concerns about the 'Han class' battleships and 'Han Xin class'
, fast battleship, I have been looking forward to it for a long time!
"Haha! It depends on whether the Americans have the courage! If they have the courage to do this, of course we don't mind teaching them a lesson!" Admiral Li Dingxin said with a smile. Whether it is the Han class, battleship or
'Han Xin class
Fast battleships are much more powerful than the battleships of the U.S. Navy. Even the Wyoming-class battleships built by the U.S. Navy in imitation of the British Navy's Orion-class battleships, although they have five twin-mounted 343 mm main guns,
It has one more class than the Chinese Navy's Han-class battleships and the Hanxin-class fast battleships. But in a real fight, in a one-to-one situation, the U.S. Navy's Wyoming-class battleships are definitely not the Chinese Navy's Han-class battleships.
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And the opponents of the 'Han Xin class' fast battleships. Whether it is armor or speed, the 'Wyoming class' battleships are at a disadvantage. As for firepower, this is even more so. The 'Han class' battleships and 'Han Xin class' battleships have at least the artillery delivery capabilities.
yes
‘Wyoming class, more than twice the size of a battleship!
After the order was issued, the Chinese fleet immediately changed its formation. Four Han class battleships formed a battle line, and the other six Han Xin class fast battleships formed a battle line. Two battle lines, between light cruisers and
Under the protection of the destroyer, quickly sail to the battlefield. This is divided into two battle lines, and the 'Han class, battleship and 'Han Xin class' can be divided into two battle lines.
, the combat power of the fast battle line has been fully demonstrated. According to the intelligence of Western countries, the 'Han Xin class' fast battleship is a battlecruiser, not a real battleship. Only after a real exchange of fire will they discover this.
The battlecruiser with a speed of over 28 knots has firepower and armor that is not inferior to the Han-class battleship!
The atmosphere in the battle waters between the Chilean Navy and the Brazilian Navy became increasingly tense. The U.S. fleet, like a sharp knife, inserted directly between the Brazilian Navy and the Chilean Navy, preventing the Chilean Navy from attacking the Brazilian Navy! In order to avoid hitting the United States
The Chilean Navy has stopped bombarding the fleet, and the three fleets formed three battle lines and sailed towards the enemy.
The ten battleships of the U.S. Navy all aimed their guns at the Chilean Navy, and they were only eight kilometers apart. Although the four battleships of the Chilean Navy all had five triple-mounted 343mm battleships, their strength was 1:2.5
Given the gap, they really have no chance of winning. What's more, the Brazilian Navy also has two battleships. Once a war breaks out, the Chilean Navy will definitely be under siege!
Everyone on the four battleships of the Chilean Navy felt as if they were facing a formidable enemy. Especially the gunners, who were very nervous, fearing that the U.S. Navy would suddenly kill them. However, although the U.S. fleet was powerful, as long as the U.S. fleet dared to fire first
If so, they will fight back desperately!
"Tell the Chileans to leave immediately! Otherwise, this will be regarded as a provocation to the U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Navy will let the Chileans know how powerful the U.S. Navy is!" Admiral William 7 Benson said in
‘Wyoming class, an order was issued from the battleship!
However, the Chilean side did not make any response after receiving the warning telegram. After Admiral Jorge learned that the Chinese fleet was coming, he became more confident and no longer took the U.S. Navy seriously.
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After waiting for more than ten minutes, the Chilean Navy has not yet responded. This made Admiral William 7 Benson very angry. He felt that he had been despised by the Chileans!
"Every ship is ready to launch warning shots against the Chileans!" Admiral William 7 Benson ordered.
At this time, the siren suddenly sounded on the battleship Wyoming.
"General, a huge fleet has appeared in the south, flying the flag of the Chinese Navy!" a staff officer reported in a panic!