Chapter 2569： Iron dice turn up one (1/2)
”This is a gamble, a gamble that can determine the fate of the two countries and the ownership of the Western Pacific.” Shigeru Taro Yoshimatsu said while looking at the forest-like mast in the distance. Today, the Japanese fleet is unprecedentedly strong, but in the eyes of Shigeru Yoshimatsu, Japan has never been so dangerous as it is today! Whether it was the Philippine naval battle or the subsequent Japanese-Russian naval battle, Japan has never worried about subjugation! Because, at that time, the most powerful country in the world-Britain was Japan's biggest backing, but today! Everything is different, Japan must rely on its own strength to survive in the cracks! Gone are the days of having thighs to hold.
”Now, I really realize the shrewdness and toughness of Ito Hirobumi's predecessors. At that time, Japan was weak, but there was no risk of subjugation. Now, Japan is unprecedentedly strong, but it is like a ship in the wind and waves.” Said Hayao Shimamura, chief of staff nearby.
”Mr. Commander, now is not the time to express feelings. The fleet is about to set off. We need to finalize the discipline of the fleet.” Shimamura said.
”This is my problem.” After adjusting his emotions, Yoshimatsu Shigeru Taro issued the first order of this battle!
”Command, all fleet communications equipment immediately enter the silent state! All ciphers and communications equipment enable a brand-new initial frequency band, and all warships use the internal fleet communication method, and no long-distance communication signals can be sent!”
”Order, our telegraph relay station in Rabaul will conduct another inspection. I want the Rabaul relay station to be responsible for the transmission of all reconnaissance information before the start of the battle. In addition, I will send a report to the submarine force at the relay station to have them step up to the US fleet. Reconnaissance of trends!” Shigetaro Yoshimatsu issued a series of orders, and half an hour later, accompanied by heavy rain and turbulent waves outside the window, the Japanese fleet left the anchorage and embarked on a journey. The Japanese chose exactly the same route as Su Xiong thought. They did not enter the battlefield from the eastern seas of New Ireland, which is the level of Americans, but chose to make a circle and enter the battlefield from the west of New Ireland!
”The storm is coming.” At this time, the Virtue fleet is also on full alert. All non-essential ships have been evacuated from the war zone, and the remaining fleet is moored in several safe havens close to the core area. The huge U.S. Navy still shrinks its defense system, from an open palm to a clenched fist.
”What is the position of the Japanese fleet now?” Benson asked routinely during breakfast.
”It is not clear. The entire waters around New Ireland Island are covered by heavy rain. Our aircraft cannot detect at all, and submarine reconnaissance is also very difficult. The Japanese fleet has recently changed positions frequently, and under such poor visibility, our submarines It is very difficult to find the Japanese fleet. They have previously shown signs of moving toward the sea.” said the staff officer on the side.
”How are we deploying the cordon in the east?” Benson frowned, but looking at the rainy sea outside, there was no longer a problem of losing the target.
”There won’t be any problems. We have blocked the narrow strait between New Ireland and New Britain. In the east, we have deployed several cordon lines. Submarines and destroyers work together. The large Japanese fleet wants to move from the east. Concealed penetration is almost impossible,” the staff officer said.
”What about the West?” Benson asked.
”It's also impossible, your commander,” the staff officer said confidently.