Chapter 967: Japanese Navy’s Preparations 2

The Japanese are not easy to fool, and the British are not easy to fool either. The British are also weighing Japan's human value and the weight of its navy and army. The value of Japan directly determines the British bid. It is said that the value of the item itself determines the monetary value. If Japan only works but does not contribute, or if it contributes but is ineffective, then the British will naturally not give a high price, and this is still good. of. The Japanese were worried that the British would rebel after the war!

There are no permanent friends, only permanent interests. Although this statement came from Churchill, smarter politicians all understand it. To be honest, Japan is also a little panicked now, like a bandit who has just made a deal. Carrying boxes of gold and silver, I was excited, nervous, and a little scared. The British gave it reluctantly. If the British found that the Japanese were useless and could not fight, and if they had no contribution, then what policy the British would adopt after the European battlefield ended? You can figure this out with your knees!

The British don't like Japan to really grow bigger. The British also want to participate in the carving up of the East Asian and Far Eastern markets. The British must take practical actions if they want to ease relations with the United States. Okay, with these three conditions, how will Britain treat Japan? It’s possible that some of the Dutch East Indies that were eaten during the war will be vomited out, and it’s hard to say about some of the German islands! In the end, Japan may lose everything by using a bamboo basket to draw water!

Therefore, in the view of those political elites in Japan who have been at war with each other since the Meiji period, if they want not to be abandoned by Britain and France, they need to do three things. The first point is to prove their worth, the second point is to prove their strength, and the third point is Let the distance between Britain, France and the United States further widen! Leaving aside the last point, if you want to achieve the first two points, then the performance of the Japanese navy and army must be at least acceptable, right? But what is the situation now? The Army's performance is on the coffee table, but the Navy hasn't had time to perform yet!

"I won't ask the military to do too much, but I think we should at least make the British feel that we are not easy to mess with, right?" Ito Hirobumi said to Yamamoto Gonbei before the high-level meeting ended.

"Everyone, I suggest that you give Kato-kun two Fuso-class battleships and let him cooperate with the French fleet to deal with the Allied Mediterranean Fleet in the Mediterranean. As for the Su Xiong fleet in the Indian Ocean, we can deal with them after the Mediterranean problem is resolved. I think The British want us to do the same," Yamamoto Gonbei said.

This Japanese navy boss has a very accurate idea of ​​what the British think. What does the British need most now? Kill Su Xiong's fleet? It would be good to be able to kill it, but if it cannot be killed, it doesn't matter in a short time. The reason is very simple. Su Xiong's fleet has not returned yet. When it returns, when will it be repaired under the conditions of Faao Port? With full calculations, it would be good to have two Scharnhorst-class battleships out within 3 months. Therefore, in a short period of time, the British are not worried about the dangers on the Indian Ocean route.

And just as the prince expected, what they want to do most now is to open the Dardanelles Strait. If done well, it will not only provide Russia with a steady stream of supplies and completely change the situation on the battlefield, but it may also lead to Turkey's defeat and withdrawal from the war. , if this strategic goal can be achieved,

Britain and France have won more than half of the battle! After all, war is about national strength! Therefore, the British are definitely willing to let the Japanese enter the Mediterranean first, and then wait for the opportunity with the French fleet to severely damage the Allied fleet and prepare for the upcoming battle for the strait.

In order to achieve this goal, the UK also offered extremely high prices to the Japanese, millions of pounds of loans, technology transfer, trade and economic concessions, etc. What Japan wanted, as well as France's response to Japan Army construction support. In short, if this plan succeeds, it will be very important for Japan's future development. Therefore, with politics and national interests overriding everything, Japan's top leaders have actually reached agreement on certain issues.

"In this case, then according to the above, we can equip General Kato's fleet with two Fuso-class battleships and at least two squadrons of destroyers." Ijuin Goro said.

"Then let's do this for now, Yashiro-kun, your fleet will also have a chance to perform. If our operations in the Dutch East Indies go smoothly, then you and your fleet may be tasked with encircling and suppressing Su Xiong's fleet. I I hope you will not make the same mistake as the British this time," said Yamamoto Gonbei.

"It seems that except for the North Sea, we will fight the Allied fleets on all battlefields. However, we now only have three Fuso-class battleships. Excluding two, we only have one left. The other battleships are either unable to catch up. Go up, or you can't beat him." Yashiro Rokuro said.

"The fourth ship will be commissioned soon, and new Fuso-class battleships will continue to be built. The British are already willing to provide 40% interest-free loans for the two battleships." Yamamoto Gonbei said.

"It takes about three years to complete a battleship." Ijuin Goro said.

"So this money is a rush subsidy for us." Yamamoto Gonbei continued: "So, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to expand the strength and influence of the navy. We need to cheer up from the blow of the Siemens incident and simply rely on Kato-kun’s one victory is not enough!”

"Senior Yamamoto, you are right. Our attitude is wrong. Thank you very much for your advice!" After a moment, Ijuin Goro stood up and saluted.

"Well, work hard, gentlemen." After Yamamoto Gonbei conveyed the attitude of Japan's top leaders, the general direction for sending troops was set. In the afternoon of that day, Katsura Taro was informed of the matter, and on the third day , the Japanese government expressed its willingness to send two Fuso-class battleships and eight destroyers into the Mediterranean to join the French Navy's battle sequence. He also stated that the Japanese Navy will decide whether to enter the Indian Ocean to fight based on its own situation and the needs of its allies.

"The Japanese seem to be very polite." After seeing the documents sent by the Japanese ambassador to the UK, the British Prime Minister finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"That's for sure. We paid a huge price after all." Churchill said. "But it's hard to say whether it will work."

"However, General Jericho seems to have great confidence in the Japanese. He has worked with Japanese naval personnel and praised their level very much. He also said that the Japanese warships are at least genuine." The Prime Minister was half serious and half joking. said.

"Haha, I hope so." Churchill replied.

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