Chapter 839: Fleet Sale
The German parade was also very successful. The German Navy showed its strength in front of representatives of other countries and the people of the Reich. The steel giants undoubtedly represented the powerful force of the German navy, so that any country that tried to confront Germany had to weigh whether they had the strength to confront Germany.
After the parade, the delegates of various countries participating in the parade had different ideas in their hearts. The small countries don't care about that. Originally, they had to act according to the faces of major powers in international affairs. It's just that I used to look at the faces of the British. Now it's just a matter of looking at the faces of the Germans. But the big countries are different. They know very well the strength of Germany, and they know that if they want to challenge Germany, they will probably have to pay a greater price.
After the parade, the German Navy held a grand dinner at the naval base to entertain the delegates of various countries.
Qin Tian showed up at the dinner party and left. He needed to consult with Marshal Count Tirpitz about which ships to sell.
"Your Excellency Marshal, has it been discussed within the Navy?" Qin Tian asked.
Although, at the military reform conference, it was already decided that the Navy would sell a large number of warships. Moreover, which warships to sell, Qin Tian already had a clear statement. However, the admirals of the navy were still a little unwilling to sell so many warships at once.
"Your Majesty, the generals hope to be able to leave some more warships behind. For example, those battleships with 343 mm guns. If so many warships were sold at once, there would be a big vacuum in the power of the Imperial Navy. After all, the battleships we got from the British will take a lot of time to actually enter service. Even the most completed ships took a year. Not to mention the other ships. Marshal Count Tirpitz said.
Once a large number of warships were sold according to Qin Tian's requirements, in at least a year, the German Navy would only have 16 capital ships left. Although, the number of 16 capital ships is quite a lot, and they are all powerful capital ships. However, when scattered among the fleets, it is slightly insufficient. After all, the interests that the German Navy now needs to take into account are on a global scale.
Qin Tian nodded: "You're right, this will cause the Imperial Navy's strength to be empty for a while. It's not serious, though. After all, the empire has just won the world war, and the strength of those enemies of the empire has been weakened to varying degrees. There was no threat to the Empire. Not to mention, in addition to these capital ships, the Imperial Navy had six aircraft carriers. Even if all the other countries were combined, it would not be a match for the Empire. As long as it lasts for a year, the Imperial Navy will have warships in service one after another. When the time comes, the strength of the Imperial Navy will be on the right track and become more and more powerful. ”
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Marshal Count Tirpitz nodded. He actually agreed with Qin Tian's point of view. After the war, the German navy was indeed too strong. In addition, the German Navy will soon have more cutting-edge capital ships into service, and it would be a complete waste of military spending to retain such a large number of capital fleets. Not to mention, the top brass of the German Navy knew that the future workhorse of the Navy would no longer be capital ships, but aircraft carriers. The more aircraft carriers we build, the more powerful the German Navy will become.
Subsequently, Marshal Count Tirpitz appeared in the banquet hall. His appearance immediately attracted the attention of others. After all, Field Marshal Count Tirpitz was the head of the German Navy, although he was old. Even if everyone thinks he will retire soon, it doesn't stop him from making an impact.
"Ladies and gentlemen! Sorry to bother you! The words of Marshal Count Tirpitz reached everyone's ears through the microphone.
Everyone stopped talking or dancing and looked at Marshal Tirpitz, not knowing what he was going to say.
"Gentlemen! The German Empire was known to be a peace-loving country. The war that has just passed has taken a heavy toll on all the countries involved in it. In this war, there is no winner. Marshal Count Tirpitz said.
After listening to the words of Marshal Count Tirpitz, many people pouted in disdain. Is Germany a peace-loving country? From the beginning of German reunification to the present, Germany has fought many major wars. Moreover, Germany won every war. It can be said that without those victories, there would be no strong Germany now.
Besides, Germany was the biggest winner in this world war. These words of Marshal Count Tirpitz are completely ridiculing other countries!
"The war is over, and the world needs peace. In order for peace to come to the whole world, the German Empire decided to sell a number of warships. Of course, the price is very favorable. It is hoped that countries that have the heart to build a strong navy will be able to seize this opportunity! Marshal Tirpitz continued.
Germany actually wanted to sell a batch of warships, which was unexpected by everyone. However, it is easy to understand in retrospect. After all, the German Navy was strong enough. Selling some warships can save a lot of money on military bills.
"Among the battleships sold were battleships, battlecruisers, armored cruisers, light cruisers and destroyers. Here I will only tell you about the capital ship that we are going to sell. Other specific lists, if you are interested, can ask the Admiralty. The capital ships to be sold by the Imperial Navy this time include five Caesar-class battleships, four Helgoland-class battleships, four Nassau-class battleships, three Moltke-class battlecruisers, and two Blucher-class battlecruisers! Marshal Count Tirpitz said.
This can't help but make many people gasp, originally they thought that Germany was just a meaning. But I didn't expect Germany to play for real. These capital ships sold alone amounted to 13 battleships and 5 battlecruisers! With so many capital ships in a fleet, no country in the world can compete with it except Germany. It can be said that after the sale of these capital ships, the strength of the German Navy has shrunk by almost half. Of course, they have to admit that even if the strength of the German Navy has shrunk by half, no country will be able to confront it at this stage.