Both sides quickly released their fleets. First, 70 carrier-based aircraft released by the two Hornet-class aircraft carriers quickly arrived over the aircraft carrier Von der Tann, and a covering formation of 30 fighter jets tore through the blue sky.

After that, 20 dive bombers and 20 torpedo planes launched an intensive offensive that blew the poor aircraft carrier to pieces!

"Are we making a fuss out of a molehill? General? We have invested far more force than needed. Wouldn't it be better if we took off all the aircraft from one aircraft carrier and only provided fighter jets from the other aircraft carrier?" Looking at it

The model representing the aircraft carrier Von der Tann was removed from the sand table, and a staff officer asked in a low voice.

"No, it's not making a fuss. If we only dispatch aircraft from one aircraft carrier, it is entirely possible that this wave of attacks will be blocked by the opponent. The opponent has launched 28 fighter jets, which can fully cope with the attack of a medium-sized formation. As for what you just said

Can we take off a wave and a half of planes? This idea seems feasible, but unfortunately, we have not demonstrated it before. We can try it after the deduction is over," Nimitz said with regret.

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"The blue main fleet has been discovered, repeat, the blue main fleet has been discovered!" At this moment, a staff officer quickly showed the position of the British main fleet on the chart. "The damn guy finally came out! Release the fleet immediately, this

This is our last chance!" Halsey the Bull said loudly. The two Yorktown-class aircraft carriers began to release the fleet on the deck with all their strength.

, the two aircraft carriers of the US fleet can release 90 aircraft at once! And if Halsey is given another hour, he can release more than 30 attack aircraft groups. If continuous strikes can be carried out,

Then the American fleet really has a chance to make a comeback. Halsey doesn't believe that the British can withstand two attacks in a row!

But the ideal is very full and the reality is very skinny. In a real battle, a few minutes can determine the outcome of the war. Who will give you an hour to prepare? Not long after the two Yorktown-class aircraft carriers launched their attack fleet,

120 aircraft of various types from the British main fleet have already arrived in York

Over the USS City aircraft carrier, at this time, except for the 12 aircraft serving as direct guard, there was no commendable air defense force in the sky above the US fleet! The rest of the things were unbearable for the Americans, and Halsey even launched a second wave

Even the aircraft were not ready. The two aircraft carriers were completely destroyed.

"The Yorktown was hit by two bombs and lost its aviation capabilities." Three minutes later, an officer said to Nimitz. "Damn it. How could this happen? A 30,000-ton warship was lost after only two bombs were hit.

Combat strength?" Halsey looked unconvinced.

"One of the 500kg bombs hit the midships elevator, which not only destroyed the machine, but also caused a fire in the hangar. The other bomb hit the position between the midships and rear elevators, directly destroying the machine.

Nearly 80 square meters of floor space

"It is no longer possible for the Yorktown to recover the aircraft," the officer explained. "But at least this battleship will not be sunk. The thick horizontal armor of the hangar makes its core cabin very safe." He was comforted.

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"How about the Enterprise?" Although Nimitz had no confidence in the Enterprise, a trace of luck in his heart still influenced his actions. "The Enterprise has been hit by 5 bombs and 4 torpedoes, and the opponent's attack

Still going on." Then the officer gave Nimitz a "you know what" look! The implication was that he was definitely dead, so don't think about it anymore!

"Halsey, let the two Hornet-class aircraft carriers evacuate. If nothing happens, they can still escape the British strike range." Nimitz ordered. "But just give me another hour and a half.

Recover the first wave of attack aircraft, and then I can launch the second wave of attacks. Even if we lose the Yorktown-class aircraft carrier, we still have enough attack power!" Halsey retorted loudly.

"No chance. We have already lost a large number of reconnaissance aircraft, which is not enough to guide the next wave of attacks. If we are lucky, the fleet sent by the Yorktown-class aircraft carrier can still find the opponent. But if we are unlucky, we may not have the chance yet.

A decent attack on the opponent was a complete failure. We have lost the war now, and now we should consider how to retain as many fleets as possible." Nimitz said a little irritably. He really didn't expect that,

How could he lose so easily!

"If we can destroy one of the blue aircraft carriers, we can also get a draw." Halsey still had the last illusion. However, he still carried out Nimitz's order, and the two Hornet-class aircraft carriers prepared a

A wave of fighter jets used for air defense, while preparing to evacuate.

A few minutes later, Nimitz's large formation of 90 aircraft encountered a group of up to 120 interceptor aircraft! Yes, you read that right. In order to block this wave of attacks, Cunningham also sent out some dive bombers.

In the interception mission, bombers without bombs said that there is no problem in dealing with bombers with bombs. 120

The fleet of aircraft covered all airspace from high altitude to medium and low altitude, blocking the attacks of American carrier-based aircraft like a wall. The fighter jets responsible for covering were directly entangled, and the remaining attack aircraft were almost in the air.

With bombs attached, the probability of successfully penetrating the defense and hitting the enemy ship with 2 enemies and 3 enemies is theoretically close to zero!

But who would have expected that the U.S. fleet was extremely lucky. In the end, 10 dive bombers successfully broke through the opponent's layers of obstruction, and 6 bombers successfully dropped bombs, and 4 of them hit the target! "Perfect!" Halsey

He was proud of his surprisingly good luck! Although he knew it was better than nothing, God did not abandon the U.S. Navy.

"Okay, brother, don't get too excited. Except for one bomb that destroyed an elevator of the opponent, the remaining three bombs all hit the armored deck. Our bombs failed to penetrate the opponent's armor. That is to say

, all in vain, the British can continue to use it after just sweeping the deck." Spruance said in frustration. After receiving such a blow, Halsey was instantly petrified. Then he kept repeating one sentence: "Damn it.

Designer, damn deck!”

"It's a perfect ending. We sank two of the opponent's large fleet aircraft carriers, while we only lost one medium-sized aircraft carrier. In fact, we can do better." Porter said easily while looking at the Americans who were cleaning up the sand table.

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"I hope your optimism can be maintained until the deduction with China. By the way, let me tell you that General Thomas may come over." Cunningham said to Porter in a low voice. "Don't ask other questions, I won't either.

You know, God knows what those big guys are thinking, what I said only stops with you, don’t spread it randomly.”

"These 1,000 US dollars are just gone like this?" Sims said quite depressedly. "Don't you two old guys feel that the bills in your hands are hot?" Looking at the almost expressionless Ma Jifen and the one next to him, there was a hint of pride.

Benson smiled, Sims said angrily.

"Losing in a sand table deduction is better than losing on the battlefield. By the way, maybe it won't be long before we lose again." Ma Jifen was still very calm. After all, once you know the outcome of anything, you won't know the outcome.

I was shocked again. "By the way, General Thomas is coming to the United States. You are responsible for receiving him. Benson and I are going to receive General Deng Shichang. If everything goes well, our three countries may have to discuss the future situation of the Indian Ocean."

"So fast? If I remember correctly, the Navy Department's yellow plan is still aimed at China, and this plan is still in the safe." Sims suddenly felt that his brain was a little insufficient. This was like, before

You were at odds with a certain neighbor two days ago, and today you suddenly become brothers with him. This turn of events is a bit too fast.

"There is no way, that is the fact, and in the future, we must learn how to fight each other at a disadvantage. At least for a long period of time, the United States' strong industrial advantages will not be able to be exerted due to the financial crisis. So, Mr.

We must be cautious from now on and use all available methods to fight against the Allies." Magiffin said seriously.

"So are we going to join forces with China this time? Will they really send troops to directly participate in the war?" Sims asked. "Whether they participate in the war or not, the United States will definitely participate in the war. We can no longer give in. China provides various

All kinds of assistance and even warships are possible, but they will definitely not participate in the war on a large scale at the beginning. Don’t forget that China currently imports 70% of its oil.

It comes from the Mesopotamia. Unless the United States can guarantee China's fuel supply, they will not be directly involved unless it is a last resort." Magiffin's answer disappointed Sims. Because Magiffin knew that if the United States was in a state of war,

If we have to supply fuel to another big country, then the fuel supply in the United States will be very tight. At least it is very difficult now!

"By the way, the call from the British Admiralty said that the situation in the Mediterranean has been a bit chaotic recently. If something unexpected happens in a certain country, it may not be good for everyone." After sending the others away, Benson whispered to Ma Giffin.

said.

"I don't understand politics, but from a military point of view, if we can't stop the Germans, then we should let the Germans get nothing. Do the British have any plans? Are they planning to send a fleet into the Mediterranean? I

I don’t think the French will take any forceful action. Their fleets have all been transferred to the Atlantic coast, and France is too weak. My principle is that at least two first-class powers are needed to organize the actions of Germany and Austria." Magiffin thought.

He thought about it and said.
Chapter completed!