Chapter 571: The Last Stand

England, London, Downing Street, Prime Minister's Office, Prime Minister Asquith's Office. [with _ dream]ā

At this moment, Prime Minister Asquith, although still sitting on the throne of the prime minister. However, the current Prime Minister Asquith looks much older than he used to be. He would have wanted to resign early and hand over this mess to someone else. But others are not stupid, and at such a critical juncture, naturally no one wants to replace him.

Of course, the Prime Minister of the British Empire is a very powerful position. When the British Empire dominated the world, it was known as the most powerful person in the world. But now, the British Empire has become crumbling, and the post of prime minister has become a hot potato. Under such circumstances, it is natural that no one will want to take over the post of prime minister.

So, there was no way, Prime Minister Asquith had to continue to be the Prime Minister of the British Empire. Until the defeat of the British Empire. In this case, it can be regarded as a beginning and an end.

At this cabinet meeting, there was only one main topic for discussion. That is how the British Empire will fight back in response to the current situation. How can we reverse the current predicament, let the British Empire regain its advantage in one fell swoop, and even turn defeat into victory?

Now, of course, this seems to be very unlikely. However, this did not prevent the leaders of the British Empire from working in this direction. Among them, the most firm belief in counterattack is undoubtedly Churchill, the Secretary of the Admiralty.

When the Royal Navy failed miserably, Churchill did not lose heart, but went to the United States and made an unbelievable request for the purchase of ships. Originally, the rest of the British cabinet thought it was too whimsical. However, I didn't expect Churchill to really do it. Although, the price to pay is somewhat large. But overall, this is also a huge benefit for the British Empire. With the fleet, it means that they once again have a chance to turn defeat into victory.

Churchill stayed in the United States, waiting for British warships to secretly send a large number of Royal Navy officers and men to the United States, and then began training before secretly returning home. He was also lucky, taking a destroyer back and forth between Britain and the United States at high speed, and was not bumped into by the German Navy's broken fleet once. If he is bumped into, all his ambitions will sink with him to the bottom of the Atlantic.

Of course, if that were the case, perhaps the British Empire would have paid less in this war. After all, Churchill, who was the representative of the main war faction, was gone. Then, I am afraid, the war will not continue.

If Britain could accept the reality of defeat and pay a huge price to end the war, then the war would not go on any longer. In that case, there wouldn't be so many dead.

It's just a pity that there are no such ifs. Churchill continued to stumble, so the war had to go on.

"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, we have sent enough naval officers and sailors to the United States, and training has begun. It is expected that soon the officers and men will be able to master the warships of the US Navy. Vice Admiral Martin, who was in charge of the training of that fleet, as well as the return mission. According to the battle plan drawn up by the Admiralty, we will be able to complete the preparations in half a month at most! Churchill looked excited.

The purchase of 12 battleships from the United States made it possible for the British Royal Navy to recover its strength at once. Although it can't be compared to the time of the total victory, at least it is much stronger than the time of the heavy defeat. If you add the main fleet of the French Navy and the main fleet of the Imperial Italian Navy, they have every chance to compete with the German Navy. If you are lucky, it is not impossible to defeat the German Navy. It is precisely because of this belief that Churchill is full of energy.

Prime Minister Asquith nodded: "Good, good job, Churchill." If the Royal Navy were to defeat the Germans in a future naval battle, you would be our greatest hero. ”

"Your Excellency, for the sake of the British Empire, I will fight to the end!" Churchill said.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the British Empire is in danger, and our enemies are very strong. However, I believe that the British Empire will have a chance to turn defeat into victory. As long as we persevere, God will surely bless the British Empire, and we will definitely be able to defeat the Germans. Prime Minister Asquith said confidently.

"Yes, Your Excellency Prime Minister." A cadre of cabinet ministers said one after another. It's just that it's hard to say whether they're so optimistic in their hearts.

"Your Excellency, the main fleet of the French Navy and the main fleet of the Kingdom of Italy have also arrived in England in secret. Joint training with our fleet is underway. When our fleet returns from the United States, we will be ready for a final decisive battle with the Germans. If we can win this time, then the tide of the battle will be changed because of it. If it fails, then the British Empire will probably have to come to an end. Churchill said.

The cabinet ministers present couldn't help but feel a pang in their hearts. Although, everyone does not want to see that day come. However, as we all know, it is entirely possible for such a situation to occur. And, judging by the current situation, the possibility is not small. It's a pity that they have no way to do this, they can only passively bear it.

"Alas, it would be nice if this time the civil strife in Germany could be further expanded!" Foreign Secretary Edward? Sir Grey sighed.

"Yes! It's a pity that the German crown prince, no, now it should be said that it is Kaiser Wilhelm III, suppressed the rebellion with lightning speed, and now even uprooted the Württemberg royal family. In Germany, personal prestige can be said to have risen to the highest peak. The whole country is under his control. His power was even greater than that of Wilhelm II. I have to admit that under the rule of Wilhelm III, the German Empire will probably be much stronger. Churchill said.

This topic is undoubtedly heavy for the British. Comparatively, the stronger Germany is, the less likely they are to turn defeat into victory. This is undoubtedly not the slightest benefit to the British Empire.

"Ladies and gentlemen, may God bless the British Empire! If we can defeat the Germans in the next decisive battle. Well, there is hope for us. Prime Minister Asquith said.

"May God bless the British Empire!" Other cabinet ministers also prayed to God for saving their country.