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Piaotian Literature of the Fourth Empire of China www.piaotia.com Chapter 362 The setting sun is like blood

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    The situation on the battlefield has become increasingly unfavorable to the Japanese fleet.  Three battleships, each with wounds.  Of the six armored cruisers, only three were left, and each one was also injured.  The Chinese Navy, with its four "Zhonghua-class" battleships and eight "Beijing-class" heavy cruisers, still has strong combat effectiveness.  The four 'Zhonghua-class' battleships basically only suffered minor injuries, which did not affect their combat effectiveness at all. Of the eight 'Beijing-class' heavy cruisers, the 'Beijing' was severely damaged and lost its rear main gun.  Among the battleships, the 'Kulun' and the 'Dihua' suffered some minor injuries, which did not affect the battle.

    The naval battle lasted from morning to noon, but the fierce fighting still continued.  However, because the soldiers were too tired, the frequency of firing dropped a bit.  But even so, it did not bring vitality to the Japanese fleet.  Although the frequency of firing has decreased, I can spend more time adjusting the direction of the bombardment to ensure the accuracy of the bombardment.

    Outside the battlefield, more than ten kilometers away, a British light cruiser, the Pegasus, was observing the fierce naval battle between China and Japan.  There is no doubt that the British soldiers on the battleship were also shocked by this fierce naval battle scene.  The British Navy has not experienced a large-scale naval battle for hundreds of years. Especially now that we have entered the steam age, people can't help but feel excited to watch it.  Many British soldiers, except for those who were required to drive battleships, all used binoculars to watch this naval battle.  Although it was the Japanese fleet that also flew the St. George flag that was ravaged, it made them feel excited to see it.

    "Oh my god! The Chinese 'Zhonghua-class' battleship is so powerful. The tonnage and head are much larger than any battleship we currently equip! The powerful firepower, the 8 main guns are fired every time  Even shooting can make the opponent frightened!" Many British soldiers sighed like this.  The Chinese navy, which was originally looked down upon by them, has now moved ahead of them.  Although there are dozens of battleships in active service in the British Navy, none of them can rival the Chinese Navy's "Zhonghua-class" battleships.

    However, these ordinary soldiers were just watching the fun.  Seeing ship after ship being hit, set on fire, and then sunk stirred the bestiality in their blood.  At this moment, they seem to have forgotten that Japan is a quasi-ally of the United Kingdom, and instead cheer and cheer for the Chinese navy.  It seems that they have forgotten that the relationship between China and Britain is also very tense now, and such a naval battle may break out when.

    In the bridge of the Pegasus, a young lieutenant colonel in his thirties was holding a telescope and watching the fierce battle on the sea.  Standing next to him was Major George, the captain of the Pegasus.

    "Major, what do you think of this naval battle between China and Japan?" the young lieutenant colonel put down his telescope and asked.  His name is David, and he is the adjutant of Lieutenant-Admiral Philmantle of the British Far East Fleet. This time he was specially sent to observe the naval battle between China and Japan in order to provide decision-making basis for Lieutenant-Admiral Philmantle's next action.  of.

    "Your Excellency Lieutenant Colonel, there is no doubt that this naval battle is completely an unequal naval battle. This is simply a performance by the Chinese navy to show their power. The Japanese navy is not their opponent at all. I estimate that in  Before sunset, the Japanese fleet will be completely wiped out!" Major George said with great certainty.  Although it was the Japanese fleet that was being attacked, the St. George flag of the British Navy was now flying on the Japanese fleet, which made him feel a little ashamed.  Isn't it obvious that the Chinese navy is attacking a warship flying the St. George's flag, a slap in the face of the British Royal Navy?

    "In just a few years, the Chinese navy has developed to the point where it is now and has posed a serious threat to the British Empire. No warship in the current Far East Fleet or even the entire British Royal Navy can be their opponent.  . If the Far East Fleet goes to war with the Chinese Navy, I am afraid that we will still be the ones who lose in the end!" Lieutenant Colonel David said somewhat pessimistically.

    "Your Excellency Lieutenant Colonel, I think the Chinese will definitely not dare to provoke us. Although the Chinese maintain an advantage in new battleships. However, I heard that the Navy Department is already designing new battleships. I am afraid that in a few years, we will  There are battleships that are not inferior to the Chinese Navy, and even more powerful battleships will be put into service. The maritime hegemony of the British Empire cannot be provoked. As long as the Chinese are not filled with water, they will not take the initiative to attack us!" Major George is proud.  said.  This is a kind of self-confidence that the British Navy has only developed over hundreds of years. They are the world's most powerful country and maritime hegemon, and no country has ever been able to challenge them.  From Spain at the beginning, to the Netherlands, and later to France, all failed and became the cornerstone of Britain's consolidation of maritime power.  Until now, China still does not have thisA strength.

    Lieutenant Colonel David nodded in agreement. However, although the Chinese Navy did not have the courage to actively provoke them, the Far East Fleet's plan must have been miscalculated.  The Chinese Navy will defeat the Japanese Navy at a small cost. If the Far East Fleet launches an attack on the Chinese Navy, I am afraid it will only be asking for trouble.  Therefore, Lieutenant Colonel David was prepared to immediately send a message to Lieutenant General Philemantle, asking him to give up the unrealistic idea of ????wiping out the Chinese Navy with the British Far East Fleet.

    On the sea, the naval battle is still going on fiercely.  The warships of China and Japan were still desperately firing fierce bombardments at each other.  Although it was already noon, no one bothered to have lunch.

    At 12:05, the "Shenzhou" hit the "Asahi" again.  The 'Asahi', which had already lost its front main gun, this time the rear main gun was hit and the turret was overturned, completely losing the ability to continue fighting.  This caused the "Asahi" to lose all its main guns, leaving only some secondary guns.

    "Your Excellency, Commander, the Asahi is calling, requesting to withdraw from the battle!" Major General Samejima Sailor said, holding a telegram.

    A trace of anger flashed across Togo Heihachirou's face.  At the beginning of the war, he issued an order to fight to the death.  For the paranoid Japanese, they will never retreat just because they have been hit hard.  Even if it means death, we must continue to fight.  Therefore, the 'Asahi' requested to withdraw from the battle, which made Togo Heihachiro very dissatisfied.

    ¡°Reply to the ¡®Asahi¡¯ and continue fighting until the battle sinks!¡± Togo Heihachiro said with a cold face.

    "Yes, Your Excellency, Commander!" Samejima's officer immediately went to send a telegram.

    However, what happened next left the Japanese Navy stunned.  After receiving the telegram from Togo Heihachiro, the 'Asahi' did not comply, but stubbornly withdrew from the battle line.  And, the white flag was raised.  This shocked the soldiers from both China and Japan.

    "Haga! That bastard Aoki actually raised the white flag. Does he want to surrender to the Chinese? Is he still a noble samurai of the Japanese Empire?" Togo Heihachiro was furious.  Then, he immediately ordered an attack on the "Asahi" to sink these traitors.  However, facing the fierce bombardment of the Chinese navy, the Japanese fleet simply did not have the strength to punish the traitors.

    Deng Shichang was also stunned, but then a smile appeared on his face.

    "Send a signal to the Asahi and ask them to withdraw to the southwest. In addition, send two destroyers and a light cruiser to capture the Asahi. If you dare to resist, use torpedoes to sink it!"

    The surrender of the "Asahi" dealt a serious blow to the morale of the Japanese fleet.  How many Japanese navy soldiers were willing to die knowing that they were bound to lose?  However, due to the power of Togo Heihachiro, no one dared to jump out.  The surrender of the Asahi undoubtedly pointed out a clear path for these people.

    At 1 p.m., the current flagship of the Japanese fleet, the "Ryujo", was hit.  A 305mm artillery shell hit the bridge of the "Ryuxiang".  All Japanese fleet admirals, including Togo Heihachiro, were killed.  The entire Japanese fleet fell into chaos.

    Subsequently, the ¡®Hizen¡¯ raised the flagship flag.  However, the captain of the "Hizen" was obviously not qualified enough. The Japanese navy was in chaos. Some of the Japanese navy followed the orders of the "Hizen" and continued to fight, while others began to flee.  The formation of the Japanese fleet immediately became chaotic.

    This gave the Chinese Navy an excellent opportunity. During the fierce bombardment, the "Longxiang" was hit again.  The hull of the 'Ryuxiang', which was only over 10,000 tons, seemed a little entangled. After the bridge was hit, it had lost most of its combat effectiveness.  This time another hit hit the armor near the waterline.  The thin armor was easily penetrated, and a large amount of seawater poured into it.  In less than half an hour, the battleship sank.

    After sinking the "Ryujo", four "Zhonghua-class" battleships launched a siege on the "Hizen".  Originally, the 'Hizen' had been severely damaged, and now it was no longer an opponent.  The captain of the Hizen ordered the white flag to be raised.  However, they opened the sea valve and scuttled the Hizen.

    The subsequent battle was mainly a pursuit of the Japanese fleet.  The 'Beijing-class' heavy cruiser demonstrated its powerful speed and combat power, and the Japanese Navy's armored cruiser simply could not escape.  In the end, it's either sinking or surrendering.

    When the sun sets and the red sunshine shines on the sea, this naval battle is completely over.  The burning wreckage of warships floating on the sea, as well as the corpses on the sea, showed the intensity of this naval battle.  The Chinese Navy undoubtedly achieved a great victory.

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