The next day, the front pages of the Empire's major newspapers carried the news of the Imperial Navy's 5th Fleet's victory over the British Navy with a large headline. Although no pictures were obtained, the major newspapers were almost informed of the battle through the telegraph contact with the 5th Fleet. The concise text description of Tongguò has made countless Chinese people feel immersive after reading it.

In addition, the Empire's radio broadcast officially informed the people of the whole country of the good news. This is undoubtedly a great excitement for all the people of the empire. The war has been going on for half a year, and the empire has been preparing for this war for so long. Now, the common people of the empire finally see the hope of victory. Even though, the war is not over. However, the assurances given to them by Emperor Long Yufei that the war would end within this year were undoubtedly proven.

"Long live the Imperial Navy! Long live His Majesty the Emperor Xià! "Almost all the major cities in the country began to celebrate the victory of the Imperial Navy.

Those with a little insight know that after the defeat of the British Navy by the Imperial Navy, the entire North Atlantic military alliance has already been lost. The final victory of the empire is just around the corner. There are already many people who are thinking about how much the empire will gain if it wins this war. When the time comes, what benefits will the common people of the empire be able to get from it?

After all, in all the foreign wars, after the victory of the empire, the lives of the common people have been turned upside down. In this way, the common people of the empire not only did not fear war, but expected it to start a foreign war. The entire Chinese nation has also become militant and belligerent.

Compared to the Chinese Empire, which celebrated its victory. The whole of Britain is immersed in a gloomy cloud. When the commander of the British Navy's Home Fleet, George . After Admiral Satrus decided to surrender to China. He ordered a telegram to be sent to the British Admiralty. In the telegram, he explained the reasons for the defeat of the British navy. And claimed. The current Chinese Navy is unbeatable. If the British Navy wants to defeat the Chinese Navy, it will be impossible in a short time.

Because of the time difference, the British side learned of the defeat earlier than China. At 5 p.m. on January 6, 1855, the British Admiralty's telegraph room had already sent George W. The telegram sent back by Admiral Satrus was translated. However, after the telegram was reflected, no one dared to give it to the Secretary of the Admiralty, Charles. Sir Adam sent. Everyone knew that this telegram was delivered to Charles. After Sir Adam's hand, he will be angry with what he will become. Someone who sent a telegram to go. If you don't do it, you will be punished by unwarranted disasters.

However, the director of the telegraph room, Rear Admiral Marshall, had to bite the bullet and send the telegram to the office of the Secretary of the Admiralty.

"Your Excellency, George. A telegram from Admiral Satrus! When Rear Admiral Marshall entered the Admiralty's office with trepidation, he placed the telegram on his desk, and fled without saying a word.

Secretary of the Navy Charles. Sir Adam was a little surprised, and he didn't seem to understand what was going on with the director of the telegraph room today. But. When he picked up the telegram and read the contents, his whole face had become very ugly.

"Oh God! This, how is this possible? How could we lose? It's impossible! "What was on Telegram. Directly put Charles. Sir Adam was struck enough, he never expected that such a result would be. To know. The whole of Britain is now eagerly awaiting the victory of the home fleet over the Chinese navy. As a result, not only did not I get the victory. On the contrary, it was a fiasco. How does this make the British Admiralty explain to Her Majesty, the government and the general public!

After a while, Charles. Sir Adam adjusted his mood. After all. Even if it fails, the news will always be reported to the Prime Minister. And they have to discuss how to deal with the future!

"Come on, prepare the car, I'm going to the Prime Minister's Office. Also, inform the other cabinet ministers to go to the Prime Minister's Office! "Charles. Sir Adam's face was lonely, as if he had aged a lot at the moment.

"Yes, Your Excellency!" The secretary nodded and hurriedly went to prepare.

Twenty minutes later, Charles. Sir Adam arrived at the Prime Minister's House. At this moment, other cabinet ministers have also gathered here. Everyone is speculating that Charles. What kind of news did Sir Adam bring. Of course, in their hearts, of course, they wanted the news of the Royal Navy's victory. This will be an incentive for their entire British Empire and the North Atlantic military alliance.

"God forbid, the Royal Navy must defeat those damned Chinese!" The Prime Minister, Earl Stanley, also prayed to God in his heart. However, it is clear that God has not heard his prayers. The British Navy has already lost a lot.

When Charles. When Sir Adam appeared at the door of the conference room, everyone suddenly had an extremely bad feeling in their hearts when they saw him with a miserable face. A terrible thought arose in everyone's hearts, could it be that the Royal Navy had lost a great battle? No, it's absolutely impossible. Charles. Sir Adam must have been just joking with them.

"Sir Adam, what news have you brought, is it good news?" Prime Minister Earl Stanley asked. However, it seemed that even he did not notice it, and his voice trembled a little. From this, you can feel the fear in his heart.

"Your Excellency Prime Minister, George . Admiral Satrus has already sent back the battle report! "Charles. Sir Adam tried hard to control his feelings, but he couldn't. His whole body was already trembling slightly.

All eyes were on Charles. Sir Adam's body. Judging from his reaction, everyone knows that it must be bad news. This also makes everyone's hearts continue to sink.

"In George. The Satrus telegram claimed that the Chinese Navy had used a new weapon in naval warfare, and that it was this new weapon that caused heavy losses to the Royal Navy! "Charles. Sir Adam said.

At this moment, everyone's faces suddenly changed. They all know that the Chinese have always been good at this. In each decisive battle, they will turn the tide with advanced weapons. And now, the British Empire seems to be pitted again by those damned Chinese.

"What are the results?" The Prime Minister, Earl Stanley, was on the verge of losing patience.

"Your Excellency, the Royal Navy's Home Fleet has been defeated!" The battleship Rodney sank, the battleship Anson, the battleship Ben Baugh, the battleship ravage, and the battleship Fury. Several other battleships were badly damaged or lightly damaged. Except for the battleship 'Birmingham', which was damaged shortly after the start of the battle and withdrew from the battlefield ahead of schedule, the rest of the battleships were surrounded by the Chinese and had to surrender to the Chinese.

In addition, four of the eight 'Nelson-class' warships were sunk, and the other four surrendered to the Chinese. The rest of the large and small warships, except for a few 'Southampton-class' light cruisers, managed to escape. The rest of the battleships were either sunk by the Chinese, or had to surrender to the Chinese! The entire home fleet is completely finished! "Charles. Sir Adam's face was sad and indignant.

It can be said that this battle directly declared the crushing defeat of the British Royal Navy. The home fleet has already concentrated all the capital ships and most of the warships of the Royal Navy when it goes to sea to fight this time. The fiasco of the home fleet directly led to the British Royal Navy no longer having the strength to turn over.

"Damn, this, how can this be?" The Prime Minister, Earl Stanley, collapsed on the couch at once, as if he couldn't believe the sight in front of him.

The rest of the cabinet ministers were also silent. The Royal Navy actually failed, which directly led to the abortion of all their plans. All the plans for the counterattack that had been made before were made in the event that the Royal Navy was able to win. However, the Royal Navy actually failed. That is, Britain has already lost.

"The battleship that took so much money to build was either sunk by the Chinese or captured by the Chinese!" Chancellor of the Exchequer Benjamin. Disraeli was very upset. These warships of the Navy are all piled up with money!

"Let's all talk about it, what are we going to do now?" The Prime Minister, Earl Stanley, looked tired.

"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, now we may have to find a way to hold on to our homeland. After the defeat of the navy, there were already holes in the defenses of the homeland. The Chinese are constantly transporting the army to Europe. Maybe they'll land directly on British soil! It is foreseeable that soon the whole of Britain will be more locked down than the whole of it! Said the Marquis of Anglesey, Minister of War.

There is no doubt that now the Navy has suffered a crushing defeat. The Army has become the last pillar of Britain. Although, in the shipyards of the Navy, a full 12 battleships are under construction. However, it is clear that the Chinese will not give Britain another chance. These battleships will not be ready for service one day! If Britain wants to ensure its own security, it can only rely on the army.

"Hmm!" Count Stanley nodded.

Secretary of the Navy Charles. Sir Adam did not speak. He felt as if he had become a sinner in England. It's really uncomfortable that a battleship that was built with so much money ended up like this.

The Foreign Secretary, the Earl of Granville, opened his mouth, but in the end he said nothing. In his opinion, now that Britain has suffered a crushing defeat, if it wants to protect its interests, it must find a way to end the war! (To be continued......)

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