Chapter 1460： Preparation before the war II (1/2)
Chapter 1460 Pre-war preparations 2
On the other side, Earl Spey, who received detailed information, also began to make final plans for the attack. In order to destroy as many targets as possible, the four ultra-dreadnought battleships each had 180 rounds of artillery! In this case, the tail compartment of each turret or anywhere else is filled with propellant packs and shells... High-explosive shells and special incendiary bombs accounted for more than half of all ammunition, about 60%, and the remaining semi-armor-piercing shells and armor-piercing shells totaled only 40%. After all, there are more than a dozen former dreadnoughts in this sea area, and armor-piercing shells are reserved. For them, the semi-armor-piercing shells are reserved for armored cruisers.
”In order to ensure that the ports of Mytilene and Volissos are hit hard, we will consume half of the total ammunition, and the remaining high-explosive bombs are still on the empty airfield. It would be better to hit the transport ship we encountered.” In Count Spey's office, Count Luckner said.
”The Bavarian Air Force’s ability to attack the sea is still very high. Therefore, after completing the bombardment of the harbor, we can attack the airport on Lesvos at dawn. The weather should be bright at that time. Our accuracy will be higher if we shoot it down. The ammunition consumption will not be much.” Earl Spey thought for a while and said.
”In addition to the main gun, I think the firepower of the secondary battery should also be fully utilized. Some places are not far from the sea. The secondary battery can also be hit at a high elevation angle. If we install more secondary battery shells, attack The goal can be more.” Count Luknar said.
”I think it's okay. The former dreadnoughts of the other party don't even have the existence of penetrating the armor belt of our gun gallery. We can accumulate a large number of secondary artillery shells in the gun gallery area.” Count Spey nodded and said. After all, there are more than a dozen 6-inch guns on each Super Intrepid. These things are nothing to warships, but they are also military-grade heavy guns for the Army!
”There are also armored cruisers, such as the Redbeard, which have been repaired. The other two quasi-fearless Ferdinand and Radecki have also been repaired. Although these warships are relatively old, their average speed is more than 19 knots. The 10-inch and 12-inch guns above are also very powerful. Turkey still has a lot of ammunition. If we bring them, we can have thousands of tons of artillery shells.” Another officer next to him said.
”This question depends entirely on when we act. If our action time can be extended by 5 days, then it is okay to bring them.” Earl Spey nodded and said.
For this action, Earl Spey’s expectations are still very high. He really intends to catch his opponent by surprise before the British can react. After careful consideration, Earl Spey formulated another battle plan. , This plan is to bring 3 battle plans and target assignments after the Fearless!
”If the plan is to postpone for 5 days, will the British and French coalition forces take action? For example, the British and French fleet deployed in Athens or Crete will take action?” The prince thought for a while and asked.
”Probably not. The British’s super fearlessness just ended a tactical cruise recently. They walked back and forth between the Aegean Sea and Alexandria, and would not come out immediately. The French stayed in the port honestly with a lot of assistance. The warship was used for escort, and there should be no action.” A staff officer said.
”Then postpone it for 5 days.” The prince said: ”By the way, tell Harrell that the British and French Air Force's problems may have to be solved by themselves. Regarding the problem of insufficient range of fighter jets, they can contact the Turkish government to make a few Temporary airport is not demanding anymore, even if the aircraft is damaged, it does not matter, as long as people can come back. We can delay the time by 5 to 7 days according to the needs of the navy and air force! So be it!”