On April 10, at Yokosuka Naval Base in Tokyo Bay, Japan, the sunset glow reflected the blue sea. The seabirds returning north were flocking to the sea, bringing a hustle and bustle to the calm military port. At this time, the sea was filled with dense warships, but it seemed silent. However, even the staff in the military port could not know that the combat plan to occupy the Hawaiian Islands formulated by the Japanese base camp will officially begin to be implemented tonight.

In the afterglow of the sunset on the sea, six aircraft carriers were proud of their majestic bodies and arranged in an orderly manner according to their location. The gathering of aircraft carriers was no precedent in the history of the Japanese Navy, and the use of aircraft carrier-based aircraft as the main attack method was the first time that the Japanese Navy used aircraft carrier-based aircraft as its main attack method. In order to succeed in this battle, aircraft carrier-based aircraft conducted a one-month synthetic drill.

The six aircraft carriers of the special mixed fleet are: the flagship Akagi and Kaga aircraft carriers, carrying the First Air Force. The Aolong and the Feilong aircraft carriers are equipped with the Second Air Force. The Tsuruka and the Ruishi aircraft carriers are equipped with the Fifth Air Force. The six aircraft carriers are equipped with various combat aircraft. There are also 6 battleships such as Hiei and Kirishima, 5 heavy cruisers, including Ligan and Chuma, one light cruiser, 15 destroyers, 25 submarines, 5 pocket submarines, 10 oil tankers, and 4 large transport ships, carrying the 221st landing division of the Japanese army.

As it was dark, a large number of Japanese troops suddenly appeared at a military dock. After a while, a black car drove into the dock, and Kuroda, the commander of the 221st Division of the Japanese landing force, came out of the car in a trench coat. "Report to advance to the marching of your Excellency, Lieutenant General Natsuyun, the commander of the special mixed fleet, ordered that all landing forces must board the ship at 8 pm." Kuroda nodded and said, "Order the troops to board the ship quickly, and do not waste time!"

Accompanied by the command, the Japanese officers and soldiers lined up to the four large transport ships parked on the dock. The Japanese officers and soldiers were very skilled, and no one was making noise. The officers and soldiers lined up neatly along the zigzag spiral ladder on the side of the transport ship. The lights on the dock were very dazzling, and the faces of the Japanese officers and soldiers looked serious under the lights. Although they did not know where the battle destination was, the tension before the battle seemed to have a sense of mystery.

At 7 pm, Lieutenant General Nakayama Takashi, commander of the special mixed attack fleet, boarded the flagship Akagi aircraft carrier. In order to keep it a secret, the commander of the joint fleet did not come to the military port to see him off. At this time, Nakayama Takashi was wearing snow-white gloves and was very eye-catching. If you want to ask him about his mood at this moment, you can describe it as a boiling blood. The generals surrounded him and looked at the brightly lit sea. "Six-Mr., the glorious moment of the imperial navy is coming soon, but the scene of the battle is regrettable. Isn't it a good sign?" Nakayama turned his head and asked the deputy commander XX who was standing beside him.

Mr. X nodded slightly and said, "Commander, the Imperial Navy is extremely brave. Our raid plan is perfect. I think Amaterasu will bless us with smooth sailing and success in one battle. But I want to say that the commander of the Chinese North China Occupation Army, Okamura Yasuji, is a rare talent. His strategic vision has helped our Imperial Navy add to the ambition to gallop across the ocean. If we can destroy three aircraft carriers of the US Pacific Fleet and capture Pearl Harbor in one fell swoop, I think the Americans will not be able to shake our absolute advantage in the Pacific for at least a few years."

Nagashiyama said: "Kangcunjun is the only person worthy of our respect in the army. It would be great if this person had been put into the arms of the navy. Unfortunately, such a person could only show his ambitions on land!" "Report to the commander, the special fleet is ready, waiting for the order to set off," an officer on duty came forward to report.

Natsuki looked at his watch and said, "It was just nine o'clock, and he ordered the special fleet to set off." Accompanied by the sound of the whistle, the third submarine brigade, which led the lead, took the lead. The first and second submarine brigades had already set two days ago. Then there were 6 battleships, six aircraft carriers in a three-three formation, and the destroyer was arranged on both sides of the aircraft carrier. Then there were 10 oil tankers and 4 transport ships, and behind the hall were 5 heavy cruisers and several destroyers.

If it were during the day, how spectacular the scene of the departure would be, it can be described as beautiful. But this is night, and the spectacular scene of the departure would be much inferior. Even so, it would still make people feel majestic. At this time, Commander Tadonico Natsumoto and the generals, including the naval officers and soldiers on all ships, lined up to salute the military port. In their hearts, this was the most holy moment.

The special-mix fleet sailed out of the Tokyo Bay Naval Base and entered the vast Pacific Ocean. On the dark night, the huge fleet suddenly became small on the sea. According to the order, the entire fleet adopted radio silence. This special-mix fleet attack operation was a Z plan, codenamed "Tiger! Tiger! Tiger!", which is enough for tigers.

Frankly speaking, the Japanese army had to make a military operation to attack and capture Pearl Harbor this time. The Navy General and the commander of the Joint Fleet Sanben Fifty-Six went against the crowd. It should be said that they were taking certain risks to support Okamura Yanji's plan. However, Sanben Fifty-Six was an excellent naval general who knew that there was a tiger on the mountain and was on the way to the tiger mountain. At that time, Japanese Navy General Togo was his model to follow, and he had to take brave actions even if there was danger, and then created a brilliant record of eliminating the Russian Pacific Fleet. The Forefathers made Sanben Fifty-Six bold, careful and decisive.

The smooth implementation of this plan was actually the result of the Americans themselves. At the beginning of the year, the United States, Britain and the Netherlands jointly implemented an embargo on Japan's military supplies, especially scrap steel and oil, which prompted Japan to implement the Nanyang strategy in advance. Since Nanyang's oil and rubber are the strategic materials that Japan relies most on, it was forced to challenge the giant of the United States.

There is another reason why the Japanese dared to challenge the Americans, that is, there is a disagreement within the United States. After the German army launched an attack on the British mainland, the British government urgently needed the United States to join the war. However, for a long time, Americans' comfort, especially as an immigrant country, had a strong utilitarian idea. They were all focused on making money in wars and did not involve their own interests, and they would never get angry.

The Japanese have a deep understanding of the Americans' ideas, and they imagine that they will hurt Americans in one fell swoop and make Americans tremble in the face of cruel wars. It is best to stand by. Especially the United States is a highly democratic country. Even if the government intends to join the ally, its citizens will disagree. However, the will of heaven is clear, and the Japanese take the initiative to provoke Americans, which awakens the blood of the American people. If the poor Japanese knew the result, could they still implement this plan? This can only be a hypothesis.

However, there are all kinds of wonders in the world. A legendary figure with a reputation in western China is familiar with all this. He peeks at all in the dark. He is complacent and even more happy to change history. He is waiting for opportunities and waiting for huge dividends. This freak uses his wings that are constantly strong and constantly flaming, changing the trajectory of history bit by bit. This mysterious figure begins to go to the world stage.

The special mixed fleet is advancing through the waves, and many seabirds are following the fleet for food. The destroyer serving as escorts is always alert to the movements in the surrounding sea and does not let go of any clues. They are worried that once discovered by American submarines, this sneak attack will mean exposure. Fortunately, the fleet is 8 days away and is getting closer to the Hawaiian Islands. There is no clue at all on the US submarines.

At this time, on a large transport ship behind the fleet, Japanese soldiers were venting air on the deck in groups of three or three on the deck. The four transport ships were loaded with more than 20,000 people, which shows what the density of the personnel looked like. In order to prevent soldiers from lesions due to long-distance sea travel, a large group of soldiers boarded the deck every two hours to breathe fresh air and move their bodies.

It was another good weather, and the warm sunshine was refreshing. The Pacific Ocean had not yet formed a tropical storm. The vast sea water truly responded to the Pacific Ocean. At the corner of the railing, a Japanese soldier was feeding the seagulls with food in his hand. He reached out and put the food in his palm. The bold seagull landed directly on his hand to take the food away.

Perhaps feeling moved by the scene, the private Kamedayama beside him said, "Watanabe, look at how cute the bird is. He made me ring Keiko, who is far away in my hometown. I haven't seen her for several years. I really want to think! I don't know if I can go back alive this time." Yufu Watanabe threw away the food in his hand and said angrily: "Bastard! As an imperial soldier, I still have a girl who is thinking about her hometown, I feel ashamed of you!"

Kamedayama was speechless for a moment, and Yuo Watanabe continued: "We should be proud and honored for this expedition. Look at the powerful fleet, carrying us a division. If I guess correctly, the target must be Pearl Harbor, the Pacific Naval Base of the United States. It seems that we have officially declared war on the Americans to capture the Hawaiian Islands, and the Pacific Ocean will soon become our inland sea."

His friend Yufu Watanabe's sonorous words immediately shocked Kamedayama. He glanced around and said, "Watanabe, this is a military secret, so be careful to let the superior hear it." Yufu Watanabe mocked and said, "You elm-head, how can this vast sea leak secrets? Will the flying birds and fish in the sea leak secrets?" The two couldn't help but laugh happily.

Just two days after the Special Mixed Fleet sailed out of Tokyo Bay and entered the Pacific Ocean, two quasi-aircraft carriers modified by training aviation, eight destroyers and 12 battleships protected by two large transport ships, carrying a brigade of mountain combat troops, set off from Taiwan and heading towards the Philippines. They were going to launch an attack on the Philippines at the same time. This is the C combat plan of the Japanese joint fleet.

After a 12-day long journey, the Special Mix fleet arrived in the waters of the Hawaiian Islands on the evening of April 22.
Chapter completed!