In fact, the idea of ​​asking East China ** to formulate a strategic plan for naval development for Germany was born in Tirpitz's mind after the end of the Far East War, because at this time, the development of the German navy was in a difficult situation. Not only the emperor, but the people would not allow the German navy to retreat. Even Tirpitz himself did not want the development of the German navy to give up halfway. However, if the development of the German navy did not have a reasonable and complete strategic plan, blind development was not a solution.

Of course, Tirpitz could not formulate a reasonable and complete strategic plan for the development of the German naval. At this time, the East China ** almost completely defeated the expeditionary fleet dominated by the British fleet in the Far East War, showing a naval strength far beyond everyone's expectations. Tirpitz also thought about it. However, firstly, the relationship between Germany and the East China *** had not reached this level at that time. To help a country formulate a strategic plan for naval development, it must be an ally-level relationship. Although the relationship between Germany and the East China ** was also good at that time, and the two sides had relatively in-depth cooperation in military technology, there was still a considerable gap from the ally-level relationship; secondly, it was also Tirpitz's face. As the head of the German Navy, Tirpitz was deeply trusted by the emperor, but needed others to help formulate Germany's naval development strategic plan, which made Tirpitz feel so ill.

But at this moment, Britain launched an epoch-making dreadnought, and immediately started to build two subsequent ship types as soon as it was launched. So when Germany visited East China last year, it commissioned East China to design two types of dreadnoughts, which were not strong enough to deal with. However, Britain was actually building the so-called ideal cruiser, which made Tirpitts feel a little overwhelmed because he really couldn't handle the various warships of Britain.

Until the military exchange with East China **, Chen Xiaojiang mentioned naval tactics and warship performance were all for the naval strategy. Only by first determining the strategic direction of the navy can we talk about the naval tactics and warship performance. Tirpitts felt enlightened and knew that he had finally found the bottleneck of the development of the German navy. It was urgent to formulate a perfect strategic plan for the development of the German navy. Therefore, Tirpitts ignored his own face and tried his best to persuade William II to help Germany formulate a strategic plan for the development of the navy.

After listening to Tirpitz's suggestion, William II felt that he was unable to bear the weight. He was the first in the industry, the second in the economy, and the strongest army in Europe. He actually asked East China ** to help formulate a naval development strategic plan. This was too embarrassing to say it. But then Tirpitz admitted that his ability was limited, and if Germany wanted to truly establish a strong navy, he could only ask East China ** to help formulate a naval development strategic plan, otherwise the German navy would have to develop blindly. Moreover, the relationship between East China ** and Germany is not strong enough. Although it is not an alliance, it is not much different. Therefore, it is not embarrassing to ask East China ** to help, and William II was silent.

William II has a special preference for the navy. It can be said that Germany's navy is entirely driven by William II's strong support. From William II's heart, of course, he hopes that the stronger the German navy, the better. With the hard work of Tirpitz over the years, the German navy has transformed from a near-shore defensive navy to the second largest and has a strong naval force with long-range combat capabilities. However, compared with Britain, there is still a long distance. William II also knows that Tirpitz has indeed tried his best. After all, catching up with the British Navy with a century of accumulation is not something that can be accomplished in a short time.

But now the situation in Europe is becoming increasingly tense, and the threat of war is getting closer. Although Germany has made a lot of preparations for this future war, the German navy also needs to play its due role in this war. According to the current situation, it is difficult for the German navy to make a difference in future wars. Although William II is not a soldier, as a German monarch, of course he knows the importance of formulating strategies and does not even have a clear strategic plan. What should I talk about to win? Therefore, William II thought about it over and over again, and after Tirpitz's repeated persuasion, he finally accepted Tirpitz's suggestion.

However, although Germany decided to put down its stance and asked East China ** to help formulate a strategic plan for naval development, the naval team of the visiting delegation did not have the right to accept this condition. Even the head of the visiting delegation Xu Jichao did not have the qualifications. Therefore, the naval team immediately reported to the country and requested domestic instructions.

After receiving the report from the naval team, Qingdao was also a little surprised, because before the visit, no one expected that Germany would make such a request to the East China **. However, this also shows that Germany is facing a considerable strategic pressure now, and it can only put down its posture and ask the East China ** for help. In addition, it also shows that the naval strength of the East China ** has been recognized by the world, which is the effect of defeating the expeditionary fleet.

So the Executive Yuan immediately started negotiations and finally decided to help Germany formulate a strategic plan for naval development, but it is necessary to ensure that the naval technology taught to Germany is limited to the scope of this era, so that it will basically not have much impact on the process of the First World War. This is like the Nassau-class and Helgolan-class dreadnoughts designed by East China for Germany. The overall strength of the two types of warships in the old time and space is of course a greater level than that of these two types of warships in the old time and space, even surpassing the same type of warships built by Britain, but it is still in the level of this era and has not reached the qualitative leap of the dreadnoughts. At most, Germany can support it for a period of time.

Five days later, the naval team received a domestic reply, which determined a scope for helping Germany formulate a strategic plan for naval development. So the naval team notified the German Navy and restarted the exchange and talks. At this time, the army's exchange had ended, and the army team was visiting the German Army's training and military exercises.

So the naval members of both sides sat back together. Tirpitz said first: "Everyone knows the situation in Europe now. The Allies against Germany have been formed. The threat of war is right in front of us. Maybe it will break out tonight. Once the war breaks out, the opponent of the German Navy is the most powerful British Navy. To be honest, I don't think the strength of the German Navy can defeat the British Navy now. However, before the war has happened, Germany still has time to prepare. However, in terms of the navy, Germany is still a novice and lacks enough experience. Therefore, I hope to ask friends in the East to ask for help to formulate a strategic plan for naval development for Germany."

Chen Xiaojun nodded and said, "As a friend of Germany, we will do our best to help Germany. Although our suggestions may not be suitable for Germany's country, at least they can serve as a reference for our friends. I won't say much nonsense. Let's get to the point. In the possible future wars, we believe that Germany will mainly rely on land wars. The purpose of the navy is mainly to provide support and assistance to the army. This is very similar to the Far East War. Therefore, it does not mean that the navy has no effect. If the tactics are used properly, the navy can also play a major role in this war. Only by determining the primary and secondary wars of the war can we formulate a correct strategic and tactical plan."

Tirpitz nodded and said, "I agree with this."

Chen Xiaojun continued: "In the possible wars in the future, we believe that the German navy's main tasks are three. First, protect the German coastal defense coast and prevent the British navy from landing from the German coast; second, engage in a decisive battle with the British navy, strive to defeat the British navy, and then cut off Britain's support to France; third, carry out a breaking war and attack the British maritime transportation line, causing Britain to suffer huge material losses and be unable to support the war. First, the current scale and strength of the German navy can basically be achieved, and there is no need to explain in detail, so Germany's naval development strategy should mainly revolve around the latter two points. The following will be Colonel Huang Zhe to explain in detail how to formulate the German naval development strategy around the latter two points."

Huang Zhe stood up, saluted everyone, opened his notebook, and said, "Let's talk about the second point first. Judging from the current naval scale and development trends of Germany and Britain, in the foreseeable time, the size of the German navy is almost impossible to catch up with the United Kingdom. It can only reach 70% of the British navy at most, and it is a very good result to be able to reach about 60% of the British navy. However, with such a strength comparison, it is quite difficult to completely defeat the British navy. Even if you can win in one or two local naval battles and sink several British warships, it will be difficult to change the comparison of strength."

Schell said: "According to the colonel, it is impossible for the German Navy to defeat the British Navy?"

Huang Zhe said: "Of course not. The comparison of strength between the German and British navy is an objective fact. Only by correctly understanding this fact can we formulate corresponding strategies and tactics to achieve the goal of defeating the strong with the weak. As long as the tactics are used properly, the German navy will not have no chance. Even if we cannot completely defeat the British navy, it can still be done."

Scher said: "What is the tactic?"

Huang Zhe glanced at Schell and said, "General Schell, I think the German Navy should have considered the issue of fighting with the British Navy. I want to know what the German Navy has to consider in this regard!"
Chapter completed!