The Rise of the Empire

"It seems that we overestimated the strength of Britain and France and their determination to confront!" Umberto I regretted his decision. He originally believed that the French warships were sunk by the Germans, whether it was for face or for sake , France has to fight Germany, right? What's more, the British have expressed their support for France, and Germany is definitely not ready for war. What's the matter with this matter, the two sides will have to fight for 300 rounds, right? Who would have thought that it would be over in a few words? Portugal surrendered, and the French confessed! When did this Frenchman get so spineless? \u003c/p\u003eThe French can admit that they are afraid, and the British can stay out of it if the situation is not good. There will be no serious consequences. After all, where is the strength of Britain and France? It is coercion all over the world. In the case of Germany gaining face and lizi, large-scale conflicts with major powers will not break out. \u003c/p\u003eBut Italy is different! The relationship between Italy and anyone can only be said to be average. As a member of the Triple Alliance and a signatory of the "Mediterranean Treaty", the relationship between Italy, France and Russia will definitely not be good. As a member of the Triple Alliance, this suspected breach of the alliance has made the relationship between Italy and Germany tense. If it really falls out, don't say that Germany has made a move. If you fight for hardware strength, Italy can't even beat Austria-Hungary! \u003c/p\u003e "The visit of the Germans this time is a demonstration, but if it is the other way around, we should also let the Germans know the strength of the Italian navy." Duke Abruzzi said sternly. \u003c/p\u003eThe current Italian Navy is not the Italian Navy in the 1980s. From 1890 to the present, the Italian Navy has started construction of 4 battleships, but none of them are in service! In other words, for 9 years, the Italian Navy has not added a new battleship that started construction after 1890! \u003c/p\u003eWhat's even more unbearable is that the construction of the Admiral St. Bang-class battleship started in 1893 has not yet been completed! How many years has it been? It's been 6 years! What makes the Italian Navy even more unbearable is that, according to news from the shipyard, if the appropriation cannot be increased, then the service time of this warship may not be until 1901! 8 years to build a warship! That's a record, right? Compared with Germany's Brohm-Fors Shipyard, it takes 8 years for one slipway to build three warships of the same level! \u003c/p\u003eWhether the Italians are willing to admit it or not, the current Italian navy is not in glory. It is because the old ships are outdated and the new ships are nowhere in sight. At this time, the Italians want to come up with some usable ships It is very difficult for warships to install facades! \u003c/p\u003eThe Duke of Abruzzi, who served as the commander of the Taranto Squadron in Italy, calculated his family property. The three strongest battleships in the Italian Navy started construction in the mid-1980s, and they were built for more than 8 years before they were completed. A re.umberto-class battleship. From the perspective of displacement, 13,000 tons is indeed big enough, and the four 13.5-inch cannons can also bluff people, and the maximum speed has reached more than 20 knots! Although it is a dome armored battleship, it does not conform to the current development trend, but it is still possible to bluff people! Well, these three battleships are indispensable! Pull it all up! \u003c/p\u003eThere are also three battleships built in the early 1980s, which are almost in the same era as Dingzhen in Beiyang. Let’s forget about the Italian-class battleships. If something too old is brought out, it will not make people feel awe, and it will even make people feel ridiculous! \u003c/p\u003eTo be honest, the Italian Navy still has some wealth accumulated during the period from the 1970s to the 1980s, at least 10 warships with a capacity of more than 10,000 tons! But there aren't many that can be used,

Duke Abruzzi thought for a long time before he came up with a lineup of 6 battleships. \u003c/p\u003eAs for cruisers, the Italians also have some good products, such as the Marco Polo-class armored cruiser with a displacement of only 4600 tons, but equipped with six 6-inch guns, ten 4.7-inch guns and four-inch side string armor . The firepower and protection of this class of warships can be regarded as the best for a while, but the speed is very fast. As a cruiser, the speed is only 17.8 knots, which is slower than its own battleship! \u003c/p\u003eIn addition, the Italians also have two 6,000-ton pisani-class armored cruisers, 5.9-inch armor belts, 12 6-inch guns and 4 to 6 4.7 guns, although they are not as classic as Garibaldi in history. But it is also a good small armored cruiser. Under the same tonnage, it can also suppress the warships of the same era. The only problem is that the speed is not good, only 18 to 19 knots.... The Italian bb has a high speed, and the cruiser's slow speed is a historical problem. \u003c/p\u003e "The Germans are going to visit the port of Taranto, and we have 6 battleships and 3 armored cruisers there. This is already the most powerful fleet we can concentrate." The Duke said. \u003c/p\u003e"Although the Germans are not kind, they are here under the banner of a friendly visit after all, not to mention that we are still allies. Although this wrong statement has caused obstacles to the relationship between the two countries, we should also pass the Let’s relax this time, blind confrontation is not good.” The Duke then said. \u003c/p\u003e "Do you think this statement is wrong?" Umberto I said displeased. \u003c/p\u003e"We did not gain new friends, but offended old ones. Our diplomatic environment has deteriorated further. Although it is a bit rude to say this, it is my heart at the moment." The Duke replied slightly apologetically. \u003c/p\u003e"If that's the case, I'd like to meet the prince of the Kingdom of Bavaria. We don't want to reach an agreement with him, but at least let him not affect our relationship with Germany and Austria. It is said that the prince This move by Italy is very problematic," said Italian Prime Minister Luigi Pelux. \u003c/p\u003eThe prime minister of the Kingdom of Italy has great power, at least much higher than the prime ministers of William II. And this time the king's opinion did cause some trouble to the kingdom. Although Italy is eager to rise, it still has a full understanding of the current situation, otherwise the war would not be so accurate... \u003c/p\u003eNo grandeur, but great vision, like a cunning fox, good at adapting to the wind, it is undoubtedly the best way to describe Italy! And when their goals are not achieved and cause a reaction, the Italians will quickly adjust their strategy! Even if the German fleet will arrive in Taranto in 4 days! \u003c/p\u003e "Well, Mr. Luigi, if possible, I hope you can receive this German prince on my behalf. As you said, we are at least members of the Triple Alliance. We should not Little misunderstandings lead to the loss of greater interests." Umberto I's expression changed several times, but he finally decided to swallow this bitter pill. \u003c/p\u003eThanks to book friends Fly Doom's Hammer, Fisherman's, Cold Hue and other book friends for their kindness\u003c/a\u003e~~~, and book friends Yipin Huangshan Smoking is harmful to health, tear candles, romance through the ages, kaikaisky, for you Wangfeng's Fish\u003c/a\u003e support~~~, there are still two updates today, and there will be a better recommendation starting tomorrow, the author will update at least 3 days and 3~~~! Ask for a subscription\u003c/a\u003e~~~! ! \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e