Across the ocean.

"The six destroyers in Dongfang are almost completed, and they are expected to be put into service together in the future. However, six destroyers may sound like a lot. In fact, a fleet will be destroyed in two destroyers. Their strength is still too weak."

"Yes, a century-old navy is not a joke. The navy needs solid foundation. They are still far from the East."

"Swift, what do you think?"

"I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of warships they will build on their slipway. Perhaps the next batch of warships will be Renhai-class warships. If they build six more warships, or even more Renhai-class warships, will you still laugh?"

Everyone was surprised.

"How is it possible? They definitely can't make it!"

"That's right, a 10,000-ton drive. This kind of equipment must be so expensive. It also uses a dual-band radar. Our DDG-1000 can't even build it, and they can't even build it."

The guys were talking to each other, and while they were talking, someone walked in in a hurry.

"Report, latest information."

"What information?"

"The Eastern Navy held a construction ceremony for a new batch of 055 warships at the Qiongzhou No. 3 Shipyard."

"What, 055?"

"A batch? How many are in this batch?"

"We don't know the details. We only saw the slogan at their groundbreaking ceremony. We don't know the rest."

"Shouldn't all ten slipways be occupied? What do they mean? Do they want to use 055 as the main warship in the future?"

Everyone was shocked, except for Swift who still looked cold. You fools, you can see it now! The Orientals obviously want to quickly expand their fleet, otherwise how could they open another shipyard in Qiongzhou? After the 055 sea trial

, there must be a large number of such warships built.

The pride in your hearts should have disappeared long ago!

East.

The empty berth was filled with people at some point. There were some leaders sitting on the rostrum. At this time, it was Leader Wu who was speaking.

"We are very happy. Today, we are holding the groundbreaking ceremony of the 055 destroyer here. We will build seven 055 destroyers at the same time. These warships will be built together and launched together. This kind of warship will become the navy's first aircraft carrier and amphibious ship.

The most powerful surface ship! It has even become the flagship of some squadrons! Our navy will completely take off its hat of a near-water navy and move towards the deep sea and the ocean!"

"This is the sacred mission given to us by history. Once, our fleet went to the Western Ocean to bring peace and hope to the world. Now, the development of our navy still has this goal. We must maintain world peace, and we must protect the economy of our motherland.

To achieve development results, we need a strong navy!"

After Wu Shengli finished speaking, Zhao Qiushan took over the microphone, feeling excited.

"Our Qiongzhou No. 3 Shipyard will definitely live up to the motherland, the Communist Party, and the Navy's hopes for us, maintain quality and quantity, and complete the construction task of seven 055 destroyers. We have made all preparations and are just waiting for the final start of construction!

Being able to contribute to the strength of the motherland is what every shipbuilder is most proud of!"

"Now, I declare that construction has officially started!"

As usual, during the opening ceremony, the first steel plate was cut and then pressed. However, since the size of the steel plates produced by Mingzhou Steel Plant is getting larger and larger, the size of the steel plates is also getting larger and larger during cutting.

Now, they are using steel plates with a width of 5.5 meters. This kind of steel plates is very convenient to cut and has a high utilization rate. If they did not consider that a bending machine is needed to bend the steel plates into the corresponding shape, they would just use a 40-meter-long steel plate.

If this kind of steel plate is used horizontally, the bottom and sides of the ship can be made in one piece, which will greatly reduce the amount of welding work required.

The seven identical steel plates were quickly cut and rolled, and sent to the seven slipways, followed by the second group of seven, and then welded.

Seven automatic welding machines work in sequence. This scene is very spectacular, and the efficiency is astonishingly high.

"Leaders, do you still want to stay here and watch?" Qin Tao's voice sounded, and Wu Shengli came back to his senses.

"That's right, it's almost time. We should go back. We still have to attend the induction ceremony of No. 101. Taozi, will you come with us?"

"Is it appropriate for me to go?"

"Of course, you are the builder of this warship, of course you can go."

"good."

A few days later, Qindao Naval Base.

The colorful flags are fluttering and the flags are fluttering. For this ancient naval base, today it finally welcomes a new partner!

Countless soldiers stood on the shore, arranged neatly in horizontal and vertical rows, as if it were a military parade.

Behind them, a brand-new warship was moored quietly, with large flat shields on four sides, which represented that it was the main warship of the East, and the four small shields on the integrated mast also represented that it was the main force among the main forces.

The vertical hair systems at the front and rear are particularly dazzling in the air, and the four exhaust outlets behind the bridge represent how powerful it is.

"Today, we are here to hold the commissioning ceremony of the first 055 destroyer No. 101. This is the first destroyer of our navy with a displacement of over 10,000 tons. It has complete air defense, anti-submarine, anti-ship capabilities and command and combat capabilities. It is among the best in the navy.

It is of great significance to connect the past and the future. Now, I announce that the destroyer No. 101 has been commissioned, and the ship name is Nanchang. The captain please come out and accept the military flag!"

Li Pingfan was excited and strode forward. He had accepted command of warships many times before, but this time he was the most excited because the big guy behind him was the strongest in the world!

Qin Tao stood in the innermost corner of the shed specially set up for the ceremony, looking at the excited people, with pride in his heart, 101 is nothing, there will be big guys in the future, big guys, be normal,

Don't get too excited.

When the 052C was first launched, the military fans were so shocked that our Orient Aegis battleship finally came out! What now? Six 052DLs were launched at once, and the military fans had no reaction, and they couldn't even remember the hull number.

Although everyone now remembers the 10,000-ton 101, when all eight ships are put into service, will anyone be able to tell them clearly?

If we wait a little longer, with the facelift of 055, the little sweetie in front of us may also become Mrs. Niu.

However, the hull number of this warship still has great significance.

101, this is the name of the first destroyer in the East!

Back then, in that complicated era, Dongfang spent precious gold to purchase four Type 07 destroyers from Lao Maozi. In 1954, it acquired the first two destroyers, named No. 201 and 202 respectively, and acquired them again the next year.

Got two ships.

In 1974, the navy made an adjustment, adjusting the destroyer's hull number from 2 to 1. This resulted in the creation of the 101 destroyer. Although the displacement was only more than 2,000 tons, it was the main destroyer for a long time, and it also took on responsibilities.

Passed many tasks.

In the 1990s, No. 101 was retired, and the hull number was vacated. Although the Aegis battleship was built, it was still reluctant to use this hull number. It was not until 055 that the Navy finally used the hull number of 101.

In line with the expectations of the Navy, we hope that this destroyer can become the most powerful force of the Navy like the 101 in the past!

The ceremony is over, followed by the banquet.

"Although No. 101 has just entered service now, everyone has already been in place in advance and has been working hard in the shipyard for a long time. Now, on behalf of the leadership of the navy, I would like to pay tribute to your efforts!" Wu Shengli raised his hand.

Got the wine glass.

"Leader Wu, these are what we should do. We only have one idea, we want to fly the most advanced and powerful warship. In addition to aircraft carriers and amphibious ships, our 10,000-ton cruise ship is the most powerful warship.

"Li Pingfan said: "We are proud to be the sailors of this warship! All of us sailors would like to toast the leaders of the navy."

"What kind of leader should you respect? We didn't build it. If you want to respect it, you should respect the person who built this warship."

Everyone looked at Qin Tao.

"Let's drink together. After drinking, don't come to me alone to drink. Not to mention the bravery of a good man, I have passed the age of drinking everyone by myself." Qin Tao raised his wine glass.

If these people want to come together to honor him, of course he can drink together. If they are separated, there will be hundreds of people, and he will not be able to come over.

"Okay, let's drink together!"

Everyone drank it all in one gulp, and their hearts were filled with excitement.

"Leader Wu, our warships have been commissioned. Next, should we have some tasks assigned to us?" Li Pingfan was full of expectations.

"What mission do you want?"

"Our 055 was originally used when the aircraft carrier was not convenient to dispatch. It was used as the flagship of the squadron. Now, we can take a 052 out of the Pacific and sail to the Eastern Pacific to conduct a naval

A route never taken before!”

Li Pingfan still remembered that Qin Tao proposed such an action at the beginning, but he had to wait for the 055 to come out. Now that the 055 has been obtained, what else is there to say, just drive out and go for a ride!

"Yes, the sea belongs to the whole world. Every country's navy has the right to sail freely. We have never sailed to the Eastern Pacific. We have to make up for this regret."

"Why haven't you been there?" Wu Shengli frowned: "A few years ago, Destroyer 112 went there."

Of course the Navy has been there. After No. 112 was built, it was used as a diplomatic star ship. This warship has been to many countries, including San Diego, for a goodwill visit.

“I’ve been there before, but now I’m even more able to go.”

"This is not a trivial matter." Wu Shengli said: "This matter is of great significance. We must be cautious and cannot just drive out in a hot head."

"Yes, even if the 055 has comprehensive combat and command capabilities, it is still dangerous. No matter what time it is, if there is no air supremacy, there is no sea supremacy. Without the protection of carrier-based aircraft, it is still dangerous."

"Then go with the aircraft carrier." Qin Tao said: "002 has been in the army for a long time, and the 003 aircraft carrier will soon be commissioned. However, the 002 aircraft carrier has not had an amazing performance, and our aircraft carrier battle group has also

It’s time to go west to the Pacific and go inside for normal cruising. 055 can also play a supporting role in the formation. The entire training is conducted in the Western Pacific. When necessary, 055 will take a 052 to the Eastern Pacific. If there is anything

In special circumstances, the 002 aircraft carrier is also convenient to respond. Dad, if an eagle wants to grow up, it must fly into the sky by itself. If the navy wants to grow, it must go to the ocean to train."

Wu Shengli's expression became complicated.

Yes, the navy already has so much equipment, and it’s time for a broader world!

"This action is of great importance." Wu Shengli said: "We can't be anxious, we have to study it carefully and report it to our superiors. Now, this project is top secret, and no one is allowed to leak it."
To be continued...