In the spring, the Royal William Shipyard was still so deserted. A small number of shipyard employees were still employed, and they still worked hard to maintain the facilities and equipment in the factory. But today, a dark group of people came to the shipyard.
Among these people were officials from the German government, representatives of the Allied Powers, and several foreign officers wearing dark blue navy uniforms. Led by Fred, the shipyard director, they inspected the entire shipyard.
"Everyone, the dock we are currently in is the largest No. 3 dock in the shipyard, and it is also our latest technology dock. It is 250 meters long and 45 meters wide. It is equipped with a large gantry crane that can carry 240 tons and can build 50,000 tons.
The giant ship is also the pride of our shipyard."
Fred carefully explained the facilities of the shipyard to the several officers in navy uniforms in front of him. Several naval personnel listened to his explanation and exchanged words with each other from time to time. However, there was never any correct understanding.
Fred responded to what he said, and he was used to it.
"Everyone, let's go to the plate factory next. Our latest plate machines are there. These machines were only installed in 15 years. They were prepared for the Mackensen-class battlecruisers at that time. Who knew that there were none in the order?
The name of our shipyard.”
When several naval officers heard Fred talking about the Mackensen-class battle cruiser, their eyes lit up, but then they covered it up.
"Then please lead the way."
The leading naval officer immediately picked up Fred's words and asked him to lead the way. Then the group followed Director Fred to every corner of the shipyard, and at the same time personally inspected the shipyard equipment.
The high-profile patrol in the shipyard must not be hidden from the shipyard employees. Bern and his party saw these people patrolling the workshop with their own eyes.
After these people left, Charlotte immediately said to his colleagues: "Now we are here, I'm not lying to you. These people are definitely here to see the shipyard. It is estimated that the demolition is not far away."
Hearing Charlotte's words, a shadow fell over the hearts of every worker present. They were mourning for the shipyard and for their own fate.
After hearing what Charlotte said, Berne said: "Charlotte, stop talking. We have worked in the shipyard for many years, and everyone feels uncomfortable. We must do the job at hand, and the rest can only be left to God to arrange."
Berne's words made everyone feel even heavier, feeling that they lacked the energy to work. In fact, the same is true for Berne. With the current situation in the country, people are really going to lose their jobs, and they don't know where to find them.
The sentiments of Bern and others are also the feelings of the current shipyard employees. Everyone has a shadow in their hearts regarding the sudden arrival of a large group of people in the shipyard. However, they also know that they and others have absolutely no way to prevent the possibility of the shipyard being sold, but they are still
A moment of silence for myself and the shipyard.
In fact, they were right. These naval officers were from Romania. When the Romanian side learned that the Royal William Shipyard was to be sold as royal property, King Eder immediately thought of the Romanian Navy. For the long-standing neglected
Navy, Edel still felt a little guilty. So after learning the news, he immediately asked the Navy to organize personnel to inspect the shipyard facilities.
After receiving the good news, Vice Admiral Lomodan, the Minister of the Navy, and Rear Admiral Nestaku, who returned to Bucharest overnight, drew up a list of personnel. They mobilized the best soldiers and generals of the Navy to complete this task. Because they knew the truth.
To move this shipyard to Romania, the Navy's good days are coming.
The reason is very simple. The relocation of a large shipyard that can build battleships with tens of thousands of people can greatly improve the strength of the navy. If it is not for the development of the navy, is it necessary for His Majesty the King to let them check it out? This is a bald man with lice on his head, it is obvious
thing.
Therefore, Colonel Jacob, the director of the Naval Equipment Department, Lieutenant Colonel Mirel of the Ship Design Department, and a group of the best technical talents in the navy were all put on the list.
Today's inspection was also carried out by a few people, and the results were very satisfactory to them. Most of the facilities in the shipyard are well preserved, especially the core equipment, which is carefully maintained.
"Today we took a look at the shipyard, which is quite good. I heard from the director Fred that many of the facilities in this shipyard were purchased in the past few years."
Colonel Jacob sat on the sofa and told his colleagues about his feelings today.
"Yes, the shipyards that Germany wants to demolish are much more advanced than ours. This makes us feel the huge gap between us and the maritime powers."
From this shipyard, Lieutenant Colonel Mirel saw the huge gap in the Romanian Navy.
"The gap will gradually decrease. Starting from this shipyard, Romania will also have the manufacturing capacity of warships of more than 10,000 tons?"
Colonel Jacob's words made Lieutenant Colonel Mirel think of a possibility. "Did His Majesty finally pay attention to the Navy?"
"I didn't say it, but I heard from the minister and the commander that the navy's best days may be coming."
"If this is the case, then I hope that a few more large shipyards can be dismantled. In this way, our shipbuilding capacity in Romania will skyrocket."
"I heard from the captain of the bodyguard beside His Majesty that this may not be possible."
"What's the reason?"
"Other shipyards are private and not so easy to dismantle."
In fact, the discussion between the two people was correct. The Allies were very happy to sell German shipyards, especially the British, who wanted to sell all German shipyards. The threat of the High Seas Fleet to the British Empire, these gentlemen could
I can see them all vividly.
However, most of the shipyards in Germany are private industries, so they have nothing to say. However, there is no way to dismantle these shipyards, which does not mean that there are no other ways to suppress them. Helping Germany build warships for war will impose fines, plus Versailles indemnity.
Damage to the German economy, so these shipyards are currently having a hard time.
As for Royal William Shipyard, a royal industry, there is no need to be polite. When Romania expressed its desire to move the shipyard to the country, Britain and France quickly agreed. At the same time, in order to win over Romania, Royal William Shipyard
It was sold at a low price. In a word, as long as Romania wants German equipment, it will be dismantled. The two countries are eager to dismantle all German equipment and sell them for money to compensate for their losses.
Under such circumstances, Romania's work in Germany went extremely smoothly. If Edel had not had enough money and had to consider the rise of Germany in the future, he would have really wanted to pack all these equipment back.
According to subsequent statistics, in 1920, Romania shipped back equipment worth 20 billion marks from Germany. However, this money did not fall into the hands of the German government. It was all pocketed by Britain and France as compensation. This attracted Germany's attention.
The people's resentment towards Britain and France became even more serious, which also made the Weimar government quite embarrassed. Because workers were dissatisfied (no jobs), farmers were dissatisfied (most of them were offset by compensation), and capitalists were dissatisfied (the economy was depressed and they couldn't make money).
), soldiers are dissatisfied (because it signed the Treaty of Versailles), and scholars are dissatisfied (the punishment after defeat is too heavy). It can be said that people at all levels in Germany are currently dissatisfied with the Weimar government, but this government is recognized by Britain, France and other countries.
So no matter how angry they are, they can't do anything.
