Because the Eastern Mediterranean is near the nest of the two Allied submarine troops, the attack frequency is more frequent, so that the ships transporting supplies to the Allied Fleet deployed in Alexandria were sunk. Once again, the wolves were escorted at night. Even though there were two French cruisers and four destroyers escorted, the transport fleet numbered ksp-11 was still killed, and one French cruiser was also sunk. There was no way, because the Eastern Mediterranean was too small, the transport fleet directly encountered three groups of people in one night, totaling 11 submarines of various types!&1t;/p>

Therefore, in order to ensure the suppression and blockade of the Allied fleets, the French Navy adopted a strategy of blocking the two ends. For the Austro-Hungarian fleet in the Adriatic Sea, the Allies deployed a blockade line of the Otranto Strait, mainly using a small amount of mines, trawlers and small warships to conduct a vigilant blockade. The main force of the French fleet was deployed between the Port of Matru and Alexandria, concentrating their efforts to block the Aegean Sea.&1t;/p>

The result of this arrangement is that if the Mediterranean Fleet, the allied country commanded by Earl Spee, wanted to rush out of the Aegean Sea during the day, it would inevitably have to fight with the French because the place was too small and could not escape. However, the Austro-Hungarian Fleet gained greater freedom, and the main battleships could sometimes enter the Mediterranean. However, before the Saint-Istvan was put into service, the Austro-Hungarian Fleet did not dare to leave the Adriatic Sea too far. What if it went out and was blocked by the other side and returned?&1t;/p>

And even if the French divide the troops, Austro-Hungarian side has no advantage. For example, if six Dandong and one Brestane class battleships are allowed to carry half a dozen cruisers, one destroyer blocks the Otranto Strait, and the other seven fearless and fearless and the remaining former fearless. If the armored cruisers block the Aegean Sea, neither the Austro-Hungarian fleet nor the Spee fleet will be able to deal with the enemy they face!&1t;/p>

However, with the service of the Saint-Istvan, the situation changed a little in the Adriatic Sea. The French fleet seemed to have not been very good after several months of operation. After all, there were dozens of warships and auxiliary ships in the French fleet.&1t;/p>

Although Alexandria is a relatively large port, it is not a military port prepared for accommodating most of the warships of a fourth naval power! So, from this perspective, the French have only two choices. The first choice is to go back in batches and phases to provide supplies and maintenance, and the other option is to go back together... And the opportunity the prince is waiting for is this time! Only at this time can this large network that controls the entire Eastern Mediterranean Sea have a loophole! This is also an important reason why the prince intends to take action!&1t;/p>

"Okay, everyone, let's talk about the latest updates of the French fleet!" After Admiral House arrived, Prince Ruprecht, Tirpitz and House began to plan this fleet mobilization.&1t;/p>

"His Majesty the Emperor has agreed to my plan. Most of the remaining main battleships of the Austro-Hungarian fleet, including two joint force-class fast battleships and two Radec-class battleships, will go to the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Fleet commanded by Earl Spee." Facing Admiral House, the prince explained his purpose.&1t;/p>

"In that case, then we respect the orders of His Majesty the Emperor, but can Istanbul provide supplies to the entire fleet? Also, how can we break through the opponent's blockade? If we want to enter the Aegean Sea, we will definitely encounter the French main fleet." Admiral House said.&1t;/p>

"I admit that this is very difficult, but if we don't act, then we will be defeated by the Allies one by one, thinking that the Japanese, they have reached some kind of deal with the British, and the Japanese fleet will come soon. If our fleet is still so scattered, then we will only be blocked by our opponents in the port. Of course, this is not the most deadly. If the Allies fight in the Dardanelles 6, then if we fail, the battle situation will be subversive! Russia will receive foreign aid, so even from this perspective, we must strengthen the troops in the Dardanelles!" said the prince.&1t;/p>

This is the situation now, and it has reached a point where it must be changed. Although the Austro-Hungarian fleet and the Spe fleet are still inferior to the opponent after the convergence, the six fast battleships that have been concentrated can at least leverage their advantages to deal with the opponent's fleet and cause a greater threat. Four Hurglands will definitely not be able to fight against four Bristani and four Guba, but if the six are, the fight will be no less than that of the opponent! Although the overall strength is still not as good as the opponent, just like in the North Sea, at least in a key comparison, the Allied fleet has an advantage!&1t;/p>

And to take a step back, even if you can't go out to sea to fight, the Allies' battleships can also provide huge support to the ground forces when the Allies' Battle of Dardanelles. Historically, the British and French allied forces could invest 50,000 yuan in the Battle of Dardanelles. This time, with the Japanese providing cannon fodder, it is possible to increase 20,000 yuan! In order to ensure that the Dardanelles are foolproof, the prince believes that this is the only thing worthy of the Austro-Hungarian fleet to support!&1t;/p>

"What if that's the case, what will happen to our coast?" asked Admiral House.&1t;/p>

"Are you still worried that the Allies will launch large-scale landings for 6 operations in the coastal areas? We can set up minefields along the Adriatic coast and arrange submarines. Even if the Allies will launch large-scale landings for 6 operations, it doesn't matter. I have the final say on the issues on 6." The prince said confidently.&1t;/p>

The prince is not worried about the Allies fighting in the Adriatic Sea. Why? Because it is useless! The fighting in the Dardanelles 6 can open up the Black Sea channel and transport supplies to Russia, destroy the most important part of the Turkish Empire. It can cut off the connection between Germany and Austria and Turkey. It can be said that there are many benefits. But what are the benefits of fighting in the Adriatic Sea?&1t;/p>

There is no need to open up a new battlefield, because Serbia, Macedonia and other countries are already pkating with the allies. And now they are fighting well and have entered the Austro-Hungarian Empire... The situation is very good, and Britain and France do not spend a lot of manpower and material resources to spend more. Moreover, the Balkan battlefield itself is a secondary aspect. The impact of fighting well and bad on the overall situation is not very big. So what if Serbia is finished? It is nothing for Britain and France. In history, the Balkan War Zone has collapsed, so Britain and France will not win the battle? Therefore, it is unnecessary to fight in the Adriatic Sea, and it is extremely cost-effective to operate!&1t;/p>
Chapter completed!