The sudden appearance of this huge fleet, which included two threatening warships and dozens of cargo ships, startled the U.S. Navy fleet enforcing the blockade on the calm waters of the Caribbean. If it hadn't been for this fleet

The Stars and Stripes were also flying above. They thought that the information was wrong, that the Spanish fleet had unknown power, and that they might have some other plans.

After many reports, the report reached the hands of Fleet Commander Thompson. Thompson, who was on the armored cruiser USS New York, listened to the report of the naval staff beside him and asked in surprise, "Such a large scale? They belong to the United Fruit Company?"

"Yes, General Thompson." The naval staff officer said with some surprise, "The current sentiment of revenge against Spain in the United States has led to many people voluntarily organizing armed forces and participating in the war in a private name. Our Deputy Secretary of the Navy, Mr. Roosevelt, is

One of them, but such a large-scale volunteer army is indeed uncommon."

Not only was it uncommon, but it had never been seen before. At least Thompson himself had never seen such a large number of volunteers. He then asked in the ship's warehouse, "Does any of you know anything about this company?"

"I am a native of New Orleans. United Fruit Company is a domestic company operating in Central American countries. It has many shareholders, including Sheffield United Company, the largest company in Texas, and other companies such as McHale Mining and Gale International Trading.

Capital injection, many farmers in the south are shareholders, and the few mentioned are only relatively famous ones." Another naval staff officer opened his mouth and told everything he knew.

After finishing speaking, there was a roar of applause in the entire flagship command room. In the eyes of many people, this was the unparalleled patriotic enthusiasm of the citizens of the United States, not to mention the addition of such an armed force, which was not a bad thing no matter what.

They came here at the risk of war. The active-duty soldiers of these countries couldn't turn away thousands of miles away. Soon the USS New York armored cruiser contacted the civilian volunteers who came from Haiti to help in the war, and they had a conversation.

After regular encouragement, the alert state was lifted.

"These cowardly Yankees are so cautious with nearly three times the number of warships." John Connor curled his lips and said to the radio operator, "Thank you General Thompson for your concern for us. For the Maine

We overseas citizens are also very indignant about the tragedy of the battleship and are willing to contribute our own strength to this war. But we cannot stay at sea for too long. Fortunately, the Spanish fleet has been blocked in the port by the great U.S. Navy. Now we

Civilian armed forces will find a suitable place to land."

"Explain our plight on the telegram, I believe the real navy will understand." Brown added on the side, "A large number of people have no experience of wandering at sea and cannot stay at sea for a long time."

This is the truth. Except for the armed forces of the Black Gold Company, most of the armed forces of other companies have not lived at sea for a long time. What is it like to stay in a big can that is constantly shaking? Many people have probably never tasted it.

, although Brown himself has personally experienced this feeling more than once. Although this time is not the strongest shock, the smell is also uncomfortable. It can range from dizziness to severe vomiting, and even hardness if not careful.

Have an intimate encounter with something.

Even someone like him, who often travels between the two sides of the Atlantic, had such a reaction during the two days of turbulence. For this armed force of more than 10,000 people, the reaction of most people can be imagined. Now as long as they are allowed to

It is acceptable to find a land and land ashore, even to start a war immediately. No matter what, as long as you don't stay on the sea and sway in the wind, everything will be easy.

In this case, everyone knows what it means to live like a year, and one minute seems like centuries. They are private armed forces of the people, and they are willing to participate in the war out of patriotism, but it is difficult to expect them to obey the command. Every day

Individuals need to be responsible for their own lives. For people like John Connor, fighting for the country is just a matter of course. They all need to be responsible to their respective bosses. After all, the boss is the one who pays wages, not the so-called federal government of the United States.

The main task of this armed force is to quickly find a place to land and harvest all the property of the Spanish nobles on the island of Cuba. As their boss said, although there are many businesses that are not slower than robbery, there are conditions.

If you go and grab it, who can say no?

After a long period of exchanging information by telegraph, John Connor already knew that there was indeed no Spanish force on the sea. In this case, the biggest obstacle would not exist. And Cuba is a big island. As long as you search patiently, you can always find it.

Find a landing place. How come there is no place to land on such a long coastline?

Inside Cuba, the situation of Spain's more than 200,000 troops is not very good. Outside, the huge U.S. naval fleet has turned Cuba into an isolated island. Inside, the Cuban rebels everywhere have made it difficult to face the very powerful Spain.

The Army is exhausted, and more and more people are expressing pessimism about the prospects of war.

As the economic center of Cuba, Havana has the best urban area in Cuba, the most modern bus system and the most enviable cleanliness. In order to avoid the disaster of war, many Spanish nobles, wealthy businessmen, missionaries, military officers and talents from all walks of life came to

Flooding into Cuba's largest city, it seems that this is the only place that can give them some comfort.

From the beginning of the war until now, the Spaniards, who were full of expectations for a miracle, had never heard any good news. The Spanish fleet coming from overseas was once their hope for a comeback, but the next news made them

The hopes that had been raised were shattered again. This was a very cruel thing for many people. From the news that the Philippine fleet was completely wiped out, to the fact that Cuba and even the Caribbean Sea had been blockaded, the support fleet coming to Cuba was unable to advance or retreat.

The miracles in the hearts of many people are increasingly heading toward destruction. At first, they could comfort themselves by saying that the timing was wrong or that the international community was intervening. But now, there is no reason for comfort anymore. They are already on the chopping block.

Meat, what kind of end it will face depends on how the increasingly obvious winner arranges it.

Thinking of how they faced the Cubans at that time, many Spaniards prayed to God not to let the Cubans' treatment fall on them.

The Spanish fleet that was blocked in the port had no choice. Although it successfully supported Cuba through tactical maneuvers, some things cannot be changed by individual efforts alone. The historical process must also be taken into consideration. If the U.S. Navy blockade was just faced.

Strength, the Spanish fleet tried its best to fight, but now there is no such chance.

After receiving support from the mainland, the total number of U.S. naval fleets blocking Cuba has now reached twenty-four. This is more than three times the strength of the Spanish fleet. Although the 8,000-ton armored cruiser New York is the flagship of this fleet,

In terms of tonnage and firepower, it is an inconspicuous role. But the New York, an armored cruiser, is no longer something that any warship in the Spanish fleet can compete with.

There are still many battleships in the U.S. Navy's blockade fleet. The three Indiana-class battleships are all the main battleships of the U.S. Navy that were launched in the past three years. Each of them is a 10,000-ton ship. The battleship USS Iowa

It is the latest and most advanced battleship in the United States, equipped with 12-inch main guns and a displacement of 11,500 tons. It is an irresistible behemoth to the Spanish fleet at this time.

Under this gap that is visible to the naked eye, the Spanish sailors who were full of confidence before setting off have to admit that their past glory has been overwhelmed by the cold reality. Compared with the fleet in front of them that is full of the atmosphere of an industrial power, these Spanish sailors have no choice but to admit that their past glory has been overwhelmed by the cold reality.

The imperial sailors were not much stronger than the Native Americans who fell to the Spanish colonial army centuries ago, and they seemed to be a little weaker.

Amid this unknown uneasiness, among the blockade fleets on the sea, a debate that the Spaniards would never have guessed was going on. If they knew that there was a dispute within the US military, they might be more optimistic about their situation.

It all stems from the fact that the American Expeditionary Force has not yet completed its assembly, but a private armed force that is said to be employed by a domestic company, has a large number of people, and looks quite decent has arrived first.

The dilly-dallying of the second-class service made the first-class officer who already had the advantage very dissatisfied, because according to the current telegram, it may take ten days to wait for the arrival of the American Expeditionary Force.

"Cuba is an island, and the Cuban rebels have already controlled most of the territory, but now the Army people are just dilly-dallying. Once time is lost, it will be difficult to deal with it."

"Didn't you say that the United Company also has more than 10,000 private armed forces? I think we can completely annihilate the Spanish fleet without waiting for the army, and let these private armed forces land at Guantanamo on the other side."

Within the blockade fleet, various voices were transmitted to the command room of the New York through telegraphs. The meaning behind the words was that private armed forces could be used to replace the army, and the powerful strength of the naval fleet could be used to kill the Spanish fleet and cover it.

This armed force landed.

Thompson fell into thinking for a long time. Of course, this was not as simple as it seemed. It also involved the military spending dispute between the Navy and the Army. If it could be proven that the Army was of no use, it would ensure the Navy's continued development and growth.

Through John Connor, this move was soon known to Sheffield, and the atmosphere suddenly became peaceful. He thought that only Japan had this kind of conflict between land and sea. It seems that all countries have it, but the severity is different. The navy seems to feel that it does not need the army, just like the red deer.

Can solve the small island of Cuba.
Chapter completed!