Chapter 2623 How to Write a Battle Report 2

"So are there any new developments on the part of the Japanese army?" Reidel asked.

"They are still increasing their troops and have launched several large-scale offensives. Although the effect is not obvious, judging from the reaction of the Japanese army, they are also bound to win the New Ireland Island. From the current point of view, there is no sign of retreat. Both sides Just like two gamblers who were blinded by gambling, they threw their chips on the gambling table crazily, and then disappeared into nothing in the flames of war," Major General Karls said.

"In fact, it is understandable for the Americans to do this. New Ireland is the gateway for the US military to enter the former Dutch East Indies. If you capture New Ireland, you can capture New Britain, then control the entire Bismarck Islands, and then use this as a springboard. We can launch an attack on Guinea Island. From a purely logistical point of view and air support, the subsequent battle will not be more difficult than New Ireland Island." Su Xiong said.

Su Xiong understands the Japanese thinking very well, because if New Ireland Island is lost, it means that the vast area including Guinea Island will be directly under attack by the US military. Through the logistics system composed of islands, the Americans can continuously Advancing westward, the Japanese fleet can only retreat step by step. If the Japanese want to regain the advantage in distance, they can only retreat all the way to Kalimantan. And this is almost the bottom line of the Japanese government. Therefore, no matter how difficult it is to fight, the Japanese must block the US fleet on the new island of Ireland. Even if it will eventually fall, the Japanese must delay it as long as possible.

The war cannot continue indefinitely. The US government knows that it cannot solve Japan once and for all this time, but what about American society? They support revenge against Japan, but only if the losses themselves are not large. If the human losses are too huge and the war drags on for a long time. Then the opposition in society will become louder, and if Japan gives up some interests at this time, then an armistice is not impossible. After all, the Americans did contain Japan and gained face at the same time. This armistice was acceptable to most Americans. Therefore, Japan's core policy is to delay and keep the US military out of its core area as much as possible, and then wait and see what happens.

"So do you think there will be any strategic changes in the U.S. Navy?" Rear Admiral Karls asked.

"I feel that the Americans may want to make deep adjustments to the fleet." Su Xiong said. "For example, they may increase the production of fast battleships, while the number of South Dakota-class battleships equipped with 12 16-inch guns will significantly decrease."

"That means the Americans will increase the production of Lexington-class battleships?" Karls asked.

"No, crispy things like Lexington probably won't catch the eye of the Americans. The loss of the USS Texas was too sudden. This may leave a deep psychological shadow on the Americans. I think "If they don't want to redesign a new battleship, then it would be the simplest and most direct way to remove the No. 3 turret of the South Dakota-class battleship and replace it with a power cabin." Su Xiong said.

"However, it may be too late,

If the war lasted for 2 years, even if the Americans worked overtime, the South Dakota-class battleship would only be able to catch up to the tail end, right? "Major General Karls said.

"First, I personally believe that the war will not end within two years. Second, Americans can think of other ways to supplement fast battleships, such as purchasing them!" Redl said.

"Buy? Buy from us? If this is the case, I'm afraid the Navy will be happy. After getting rid of the old warships, Congress will inevitably allocate funds to build new warships." Karls joked.

"We are not the only choice, and it is impossible for us to sell the Bavarian-class battleships, which are our core strength. Not to mention the number of other battleships is already running out, and whether it is Scharnhorst or Helgo The Lan-class battleships are actually behind the times. The Americans may not be satisfied. Therefore, they may have other choices," Redl said.

"Other options? It is impossible for the Americans to buy battleships from Britain. The relationship between the two parties and the subsequent political issues that may arise will make the Americans lose more than they gain. It is also impossible for France, because France does not have ready-made fast battleships for sale. New battleships are obviously It's too late. Let alone Russia, Austria-Hungary is possible. Then I really can't think of any other choice for the Americans." Major General Karls frowned and said.

"Italy! Italy is currently building a fast battleship with a displacement of more than 30,000 tons and the firepower of eight 15-inch guns." Su Xiong said.

"I really don't know about this." Major General Karls said.

"This class of battleship was named the Calacciono-class fast battleship. Construction started almost when the war broke out, and it seems that it was just launched a few months ago." Redl said.

"This construction period is a bit long. The war lasted nearly three years, and then it has been almost one year since the end of the war. According to the Germans' speed, three years to serve a Bavaria is the normal speed. For the Italians, it is more than three years. The time has just begun, this..." Major General Karls said it was difficult to understand.

"So there is only one German company, but to be fair, the fundamental reason for the slow construction speed of the Italians is the lack of funds. And if these warships are to be sold, then if a large amount of funds are injected, the progress is expected to be much faster." Redl said .

"If the Americans quickly build their own fast fleet through purchases, wouldn't the status of the German Navy in this war be reduced?" Rear Admiral Karls said.

"Originally, I was worried about this, but after seeing the performance of the Americans, I felt that my worries were unfounded. Okay, just kidding." Su Xiong joked. "Even if they purchase warships, it takes a long time from ordering to delivery to forming combat effectiveness. Even if the Americans call up reserves, it will not be easy, thinking that this is equivalent to building a brand new fleet. The Americans have at least half a year to a year There is a window of 20 years. As for the subsequent performance of the US Navy, it is difficult to say.”

"Okay, let's write this situation into the report. As for how to make a decision, that is a high-level matter and has nothing to do with us." Major General Karls said.

"What about the Army? What do you think of the next actions of the U.S. Army?" Now it was Su Xiong's turn to ask Major General Karls.

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