Seeing what General Clark said seemingly casually, Fang Lang couldn't help but scream in his heart. It seemed that he wanted to test the Brazilian Navy's thoughts!
However, Fang Lang didn't mind revealing the Brazilian Navy's plan. Because this plan is basically public. He believed that the U.S. military must have known everything for a long time.
So Fang Lang remained calm and said casually:
"Hi! In the words of our Chinese people, I am a fox who pretends to be a tiger. Because John introduced Brigadier General Jackson to me. Brigadier General Jackson will be very helpful to me at work.
Therefore, the Brazilian Expeditionary Force believes that I have an American background, so I have been able to go smoothly to where I am today. This is all due to John, or in fact, it is all due to you. "
Clark laughed loudly when he heard Fang Lang's straightforward words:
"I'm embarrassed to hear you say that. Is it my fault that you sank the German submarine in the Atlantic Ocean? This is all your real achievements!
It shows that you have achieved what you have achieved today by relying on your own true ability. I wasn't as powerful as you when I was your age. I believe you will achieve greater success in the future. "
Don’t they all say that Americans are stupid? These tall hats are all worn in sets. They are not trying to dig a hole for me to jump into! Although Fang Lang was smiling, he couldn't help but start beating in his heart.
"Hey! Judging from what you said, without the powerful warships supported by the United States, I would not have achieved victory. Moreover, I am also lucky, and I have encountered them all."
Hearing Fang Lang's words, Clark just laughed and did not refute, but said directly:
"I heard that the Brazilian Navy wants to build an aircraft carrier fleet. This is a big deal! If it is established, you will be the strongest naval force in South America."
So you are waiting for me here! Are you trying to test my attitude towards this matter? This is not a secret, almost everyone in the Brazilian Navy knows about this plan.
Wasn't he ordered to go to the U.S. Navy to learn how to command an aircraft carrier fleet? I was worried that I didn’t know how to speak! Now since you take the initiative to ask, then I will reluctantly hit the snake and follow the stick!
"What a big deal! We have also seen the direction of future naval warfare. In the future, if a country's navy does not have an aircraft carrier to support the scene, it will be embarrassed to say that it is a country with a navy.
Speaking of which, Uncle Clark, I really want to compete for the position of commander of Brazil's first aircraft carrier fleet. I wonder if I can follow you to learn the knowledge of commanding an aircraft carrier fleet in advance! "
Fang Lang's words obviously stunned Clark. He didn't expect that the conversation would end up on him. However, looking at Fang Lang's expectant expression and thinking about her relationship with him, it seems that it is not appropriate to refuse!
Although, throughout World War II, the United States built a total of 27 large aircraft carriers, 11 light aircraft carriers, and 117 escort aircraft carriers, for a total of 155 aircraft carriers!
Although the aircraft carriers during World War II are very different from those of later generations, they do not have much technical content. Even many so-called escort carriers are simply modified from large freighters.
However, this does not mean that the US government will agree that Latin American countries also have their own aircraft carrier fleets.
This is our own backyard. All we need to do is provide the United States with raw materials and a product sales market. Both diplomacy and military affairs must obey my command, and I will not allow you to become stronger.
This is why, although Brazil in later generations had its own aircraft carrier, it purchased second-hand goods from the United Kingdom and France instead of the United States.
It's not that Brazil doesn't want to buy American goods, it's that the United States doesn't sell to Brazil. A navy without aircraft carriers is basically an offshore defense fleet, and there is no way to go deep blue.
As a person of later generations, Fang Lang has a very thorough understanding of Americans' thoughts. Therefore, his thinking is completely different from that of most Brazilian naval officers today. Everyone thinks that Americans are good teachers and good friends.
Only Fang Lang knew that every candy given by this good teacher and good friend in everyone's eyes was poisonous. So, be careful when accepting gifts.
Fang Lang, a pro-American in the eyes of everyone, is actually anti-American in his heart. All he wants is to use the United States, and he has never thought about turning to the United States.
Of course, it is enough for you to know these things, so why tell others!
General Clark met Fang Lang's expectant gaze. After his eyes flickered for a moment, he had to smile and said:
"Haha... Fang, if only all young people could learn as well as you! I absolutely support your idea. So be it!
You still have to command your own fleet to fight. You must not leave your post casually. When the war is over, I recommend you to go to our American Naval Academy for further studies. After you finish your studies, come to my fleet and follow me. study. "
Your sister's old fox, I am your son's savior. You said it so nicely, and I will go to your fleet to learn it after I finish it. Wait until I finish studying.
You are about to retire! Why don’t you study in your fleet? If you just study hard in school and then let you Americans brainwash you, what a nonsense!
I can't let you get away so easily. Fang Lang said as if he didn't hear anything:
"Hey! Uncle Clark, please don't make things difficult for me. I'm not good at studying. I get sleepy when I see textbooks. If you go to school to study, you might as well kill me.
You can rest assured that since I was appointed Commander of the First Fleet, I have begun to train my deputies. Now it doesn't really matter whether my warship has me or not.
I can completely give the warships to their command, and then follow you wholeheartedly to learn aircraft carrier formation command for a period of time. May I? "
Clark obviously did not expect that the young man in front of him would be so difficult to deal with, and he was quite embarrassed. Just as he was about to continue his refusal, he heard a knock on the office door.
My heart was filled with joy, and I quickly turned my expression solemn and said:
"Please come in!"
The person who pushed the door open was an American officer. Fang Lang had seen him at the desk outside the door before entering the office. He should be General Clark's adjutant.
The officer smiled apologetically at Fang Lang and then said to General Clark:
"General, it's time for the meeting. Everyone is waiting for you. Do you want to postpone the meeting?"
Hearing the adjutant's words, Clark raised his eyebrows and felt happy. But with an annoyed expression on his face, he slapped his forehead, turned to Fang Lang and said:
"Oops! I'm so sorry. Fang, I almost forgot, I have a meeting to attend here. Let's do this! Let's stop talking here today.
I will ask the adjutant to go back with you to arrange your camp, and you will have a good rest first. When John comes to Okinawa the day after tomorrow, we can have a good chat while having dinner together. "
Fang Lang couldn't help but secretly thought it was a pity. Although, he knew that even if he studied with General Clark, he would not have the chance to experience a large-scale naval battle.
However, it would be a rare opportunity to learn about the command system, logistics support, communication methods and other aspects of fleet operations of the U.S. aircraft carrier fleet. These have all been tested in actual combat.
I don't know if it's really such a coincidence, but it's impossible for Fang Lang to continue to stalk him. He could only stand up and say:
"Uncle Clark, you are busy first! I will go back to arrange the fleet first, and we will have a good chat after John comes back. I won't disturb you today!"
General Clark also said politely:
"Alas! I can't help myself! We are also struggling with this battle. Therefore, we have been very busy with work recently. Fang, don't mind. When John arrives, I will definitely take time to have a good chat with you. .
Steve, please take Colonel Fang personally to coordinate the camp. You must choose a good place. Notify logistics departments to prioritize replenishing combat supplies to our allies who want to get into the fight as quickly as possible.
We must do our best to provide logistical support. Understand? "
Fang Lang didn't know if there was something in the explanation between General Clark and his adjutant.
He also deliberately called General Clark uncle in front of the adjutant, and pointed out John's relationship, just to make the adjutant believe that he had a good personal relationship with General Clark's family.
Although this may not necessarily bring any substantial benefits, Fang Lang believes that at least he will not be made things difficult.
The adjutant named Steve straightened his face, stood at attention, saluted and replied loudly:
"Yes, General."
