Chapter 1,472 Encounter 1

Chapter 1472 Encounter 1

Just as the German fleet was rapidly sailing towards the Port of Volisos on Chios Island, a British fleet was also cruising in the nearby waters, consisting of 4 British pre-dreadnought battleships, 2 cruisers and 2 destroyer groups. The fleet was heading north, but by some strange coincidence, the two fleets were almost exactly heading towards each other. The Germans went from north to south, the British from south to north….

"The German fleet attacked Lesvos. They were so courageous." Rear Admiral Wisme on the flagship Triumph said while looking at the chart on the wall.

"Yes, they gave us a hard blow when we were at our most careless. But now, the Germans should go back. The French main fleet is cruising near Lesbos Island, and no trace of the German fleet has been found." the officer said.

"Now that the Germans have left, what's the point of mobilizing us? We can't catch up with the Germans." Another officer complained. In his opinion, tonight's emergency dispatch was completely an afterthought, without any effect.

"The order says that the British and French fleets are going to put pressure on the Allied fleets. It is estimated that the most they can do is lay a circle of mines outside the Dardanelles Strait, and then arrange some warning forces. We can't rush through the minefields and straits to go to Junshi Is Fort Tantino causing trouble for the Allied fleet?" Major General Wisme paused and continued: "Of course, this cruise is necessary. After all, the French Army has suffered heavy losses. We cannot remain indifferent. Even if we go through the motions, we must make it clear. Our attitude, otherwise, the French may not even have the courage to land in Turkey!"

Although what Major General Wisme said was a bit harsh, from a political perspective it is true. Militarily, if the Germans go back, then all fleet movements will actually be useless. But from a political point of view, this time the French suffered a loss, and the British were indirectly responsible. After all, it was the French fleet that believed the British intelligence and neglected defense. It would really be unjustifiable if the British did not make some representations.

The British and French navies did not analyze the character of Count Spey and concluded that the Spey fleet would continue to fight in the Aegean Sea, but they still decided to mobilize the fleet. To a certain extent, it was a blind cat meeting a dead mouse, right? However, what is even better or worse is that almost all the destroyer squadrons in the double position discovered a clue!

The British fleet should be careful when leaving. There is no way, the German main fleet has appeared here, so what else is impossible to appear? Moreover, in the distance, the British destroyer seemed to have discovered the submarine, which put even more pressure on the entire British fleet. There was nothing wrong with the Allied surface fleet and submarine dispatching at the same time. Therefore, Major General Wisdom decisively ordered the fleet to implement light control. And they also started to take a zigzag route. The British were good this time, because this way, the outer submarine cordon could not capture the specific route of the British fleet. Let alone attack, the direction was not known how to report, so, The count also received no warning from the submarine.

"Please identify yourself.

"The British destroyer Garland suddenly found a vague ship shadow on its port side at 10 o'clock from less than 2,000 meters away. The somewhat surprised British immediately sent a light signal to the other party, preparing to verify the other party's identity. .

Of course, at the first time, the British naval officers on the Garland did not think that this was an Allied warship. After all, the German fleet running here seemed a bit too idle... So the Garland signaled again. "Please identify yourself!"

"Holy crap! We seem to have been discovered?!" At the same time, facing the Garland was the German destroyer S128. The other party appeared in the southeast direction of it, and it was still using a light signal that he was unclear about. At this time, the identity of the other party was also coming out, and it was definitely not one of his own!

"Signal them and say we are a merchant ship!" the captain of S128 ordered.

"Head, but we don't know the British signal." The signal officer said nervously.

"Then use clear codes! Also, send the report and prepare for battle. The enemy is right in front of us!" the captain said, wiping the cold sweat on his head. So, a few seconds later, the Garland finally found the other party's response, but this response obviously did not satisfy the British! At the same time, a short radio wave instantly spread throughout the Allied Mediterranean Fleet.

"We're finally here! Our enemies are coming!" The count looked seriously at the flashing light not far away. After receiving this telegram, the entire fleet headquarters was silent, because everyone knew the answer. No matter what, they had been exposed and faced an unknown enemy. They could just fight!

The destroyer forces gathered in the direction where the enemy ships were found, while the battleships controlled their speed and hid themselves in the darkness. Both sides were like hunters hunting in the dark. Whoever exposes themselves first will suffer first!

"Stop the ship immediately and accept inspection!" The Garland became more and more suspicious of the other party's identity, because he did not know the internal identification signals of the Allied Powers. But until now, it still didn't realize what a terrifying behemoth it was hiding in the night. The Garland got closer to its opponent and turned on its searchlight at a distance of about 1,500 meters! Under the light of the light beam, a figure more than 70 meters long appeared in front of the British eyes!

"This seems to be a torpedo boat?!" Based on the vague silhouette of the ship, the British discovered the opponent's identity. However, at this moment, a series of shells flew out of the night, and another German destroyer, L85, took action first! Three 105MM rapid-fire cannons opened fire quickly, and a moment later, the British destroyer was covered in fire and explosions!

"Encountered a bottom attack!" The British destroyer squadron was also in a fan shape. Therefore, after the sudden exchange of fire, the destroyers fought independently. More than a dozen destroyers with twin engines instantly fought in this small sea area! The beams of searchlights danced on the sea, and countless flares and tracer bombs bloomed in the sky! The roar of artillery and violent explosions covered up all the sounds on the battlefield, and the jumping fire filled the sea area. In less than 6 minutes, both sides sank a destroyer each!

"We are under attack! Send a telegram to Sir Fisher immediately. We may have encountered the German main fleet!" The situation in front of him also surprised Visim. After all, the Germans had no reason to simply send destroyers to fight. This thing can't even be seen by the army. Ordinary artillery can't hit it. Is there any use for hair? ! The biggest reason why the Germans dare to fight like this is probably because there is a BOSS behind them!

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