Damn the World, Ride a Submarine - Chapter 102



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Episode 102 – Yevpatoriya

On top of the surfaced ARK, Commander Choi Eun-seok was also seen trying to capture the seascape, as if it was nice to see sunlight for the first time in a long time.

Commander Choi Eun-seok expressed his surprise when he saw the Tawi-Tawi ship.

“and! CEO. “That is the America-class amphibious assault ship that arrived this time.”

“yes. “It’s just like that.”

“For those who don’t know, it’s just an aircraft carrier itself.”

“Actually, it’s like a medium-sized aircraft carrier without a catapult. “It is a type of ship that came about when the United States was trying to build an aircraft carrier that could pass through the Panama Canal.”

“Ah… I didn’t know. So, the ship width appears to be somewhat narrower than that of other aircraft carriers.”

“Yes. The helicopter landed. “Commander, please take the ARK.”

“Do not worry. “CEO, please get some rest too.”

“yes. then.”

I boarded the helicopter that landed on the deck of the ARK and headed to Tawi-Tawi, the flagship of the OSS fleet.

Let the helicopter fly. Admiral Son Il and several officers were seen coming out to meet us on deck.

Their salute felt more solemn and powerful than usual.

When I reached the bridge and looked down at the flight deck of the Tawi Tawi, the grandeur itself felt different from that of the ARK.

From the elevator that lifts the F35B fighter-bomber from the hangar.

Airline personnel wearing colorful uniforms were seen running across the flight deck, supporting aircraft operations.

It reminded me of a scene from the movie Top Gun.

After completing the acquisition and training of the Tawi Tawi, he praised Admiral Son Il for his hard work for the Hansando operation.

“You must have worked hard, Admiral.”

“no. “It is thanks to the support and support of the CEO.”

“It’s really surprising to see such a high level of training in less than half a year. ”

“Colonel Bae Heung-sin, the captain of this ship, put in more effort than me. He simultaneously received and moved the ship and trained sailors and airmen at the same time.”

Admiral Son Il-won looked at Colonel Bae Heung-sin, who was standing next to him, and gave the credit.

“Captain Bae Heung-sin’s hard work and ability are worthy of further praise in that he did not suffer a single non-combat loss during this battle.”

“Oh, I see. “It’s truly amazing.”

I once again shook Captain Bae Heung-sin’s hand and held his hand with both of my hands.

He put his heels together, straightened his back even more, and opened his mouth.

“thank you. “I was just faithful to my mission.”

Admiral Son Il-won, who was looking at this with satisfaction, continued.

“Ah, Captain Bae Heung-sin is not in reserve, but in active duty.”

“yes?”

“He submitted his discharge application and joined us to take charge of Tawi-Tawiham. Fortunately, there was cooperation from our naval authorities.”

“Ah, I guess I should thank you again.”

I expressed my gratitude to Captain Bae Heung-sin and Admiral Son Il-won for their decisions and efforts.

“Admiral, what was it like seeing this naval battle from the sea? “I’m in the water…”

“It was truly amazing. I recorded it on video, so let’s watch it later. “Commander Choi Eun-seok’s submarine tactics were truly dazzling.”

“is it so? “You won’t be able to see the submarine…?”

“yes. That’s right. But the moment when the Russian ships were fooled by Yuri’s deception and entered the operational area!”

“…?”

“Oh, please look at this screen for a moment.”

Admiral Son Il guided us to our seats and showed us the screen captured by the reconnaissance drone.

On the screen, hundreds of torpedoes could clearly be seen heading toward the Russian fleet, creating white foam on the surface of the black sea.

And as if watching fireworks in the sky, the entire sea was filled with flames and smoke, hiding the horizon of the Black Sea.

Admiral Son Il spoke as if he was moved while watching the video.

“It was truly a school trip itself. “Towards the Russian Black Sea Fleet, which is advancing in a wedge-shaped formation.”

He seemed to catch his breath for a moment.

“It was as if countless torpedoes were launched from the crane’s spread wings. “It was truly spectacular.”

“I see. Although only three submarines were deployed, it was possible because of the unmanned torpedo boat Marine Specter.”

“However, the ability of the submarine battle group to maneuver tactically so neatly in the deep sea is remarkable.”

“ah! wait a minute. “Admiral, something suddenly occurred to me, so I need to talk to you.”

I wanted to talk to Gyu-dong Han, CEO of Hanwha Ocean, but the connection wasn’t working.

While I was lost in thought, Captain Bae Heung-sin spoke to me as I looked around.

“CEO. “Do you need a smoking space?”

“That’s right. “How do you know?”

“The Admiral told me in advance. “You can follow me.”

As I followed Captain Bae Heung-sin, there was a space outside the bridge that looked like an apartment railing. There were even cleanly emptied ashtrays and chairs.

I feel like I’m getting some special treatment. Although I felt some hesitation, I thought I could enjoy it for now.

I lit a cigarette at the end of the bridge of a huge amphibious assault ship.

I leaned back on the chair and looked at the flight deck of the Tawi Tawi. And he blew out a long puff of cigarette smoke toward the horizon of the Black Sea.

I picked up the satellite phone and tried to talk to Hanwha Ocean CEO Han Gyu-dong again. Fortunately, the connection was made right away.

“president. Long time no see.”

“CEO! I saw the news. “You really did an incredible job.”

“yes. “It’s all thanks to the boss.”

“oh my. “I just build boats.”

“Boss, I have something important to tell you. It would be nice to meet you in person. “I can’t move for a while…”

“You tell me. CEO.”

“yes. “I would like to purchase Hanwha Ocean’s unmanned underwater vehicle and underwater drone department’s personnel and all licenses.”

“yes?”

“What I am saying is that I want to purchase all the technology and manpower related to Marine Specter and Sonic Phantom.”

“There are licenses for both OSS and OSL, so why do you even need to do that?”

“please! I think we should do that. “We want to build our own submersible.”

“I understand what you mean, representative. “It’s not up to me to decide on my own.”

“yes. I know. If nothing else is needed and only the submarine and drone departments will be paid 20 trillion won in lump sum. I think the group companies will be persuaded…”

“yes? That amount is more than three times the market capitalization of Hanwha Ocean…”

“yes. I know. “Please tell the group companies that if they hesitate, the opportunity will be lost.”

“yes. All right.”

It was a somewhat unreasonable amount, but we had to move quickly.

Through this Black Sea naval battle, I felt that unmanned torpedo boats and underwater drones would become new strategic weapons.

We had to prevent this technology from spreading. It was also necessary to prevent indiscriminate production or export.

I thought it would be a strategic weapon comparable to the US F22, at least at sea.

This is because I experienced firsthand how useful unmanned power without casualties is in carrying out active and offensive tactics.

Next, I contacted Vice President Jin Min-gyu and Director Kim Wan-jun.

Announcement of the acquisition of Hanwha Ocean’s submarine and drone division. After establishing a maritime drone research center at OSS-ART, he ordered the construction of a submarine shipyard and drone factory on OP4 Island, Kiribati.

In addition, all researchers and employees moving from Hanwha Ocean to OSS-ART will be paid 5 times their previous annual salary.

An instruction was also added to provide 3 billion won in settlement support and housing when they and their families move to Kiribati.

Expectations are rising that the options we will provide during future negotiations with the United States will be technology and strategic resources, rather than simple military force.

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Having secured control of the Black Sea, we divided the fleet into two squadrons. They were the 1st Assault Amphibious Squadron and the 2nd Squadron.

The composition of the 1st Squadron was as follows, and the remaining ships were assigned to the 2nd Squadron.

Amphibious assault ship Tawi-Tawi / N1 air defense cruiser / B1, B2 mobile base ship (+drone carrier) / No. 2, 3 frigate / No. 5 Aegis destroyer / ARK / Lee Hoe-young

The 1st Assault Amphibious Squadron headed to Odessa. It was to carry 6,000 Ukrainian marines.

It was for the Yevpatoriya landing operation, which had been prepared in the most secret way.

Before our OSS entered the war, Ukraine did not have a proper naval power.

This was especially true when conducting an amphibious landing operation. Russia would have been well aware of that.

After taking control of the sea and air superiority of the Black Sea, we prepared an amphibious operation to attack the Crimean Peninsula.

In order to maintain secrecy and deception, it was decided to destroy the Black Sea Fleet first and then transport troops and equipment for the landing.

The 1st Assault Amphibious Squadron moved at full speed to Odessa, a distance of 600 km. I also served with the 1st Squadron.

The 2nd Squadron continued deceptive air raids around the Crimean Bridge and Feodosia.

This blocks the recovery attempt of the Crimean Bridge and at the same time disturbs the rear.

Even if the Russian military sensed preparations for a landing operation, it was intended to lead them to misjudge the landing site as the rearmost Feodosia.

In addition, secret agents of the SBU Ukrainian Security Service obtained all information about the defense facilities and deployment on the coast of Yevpatoria, and their preliminary stoppage work was also completed.

Yevpatoriya was a city with a coastal area and a downtown area.

In some ways, it may be the worst place for an amphibious landing.

However, Russia’s defenses were weak, and it was located at the waist of the Crimean Peninsula, so it was relatively close to Odessa.

In addition, if this landing operation is successful, it will of course put pressure on the main supply route to Kherson, just like the Inchon landing operation in the Korean War.

The Ukrainian army’s base was created behind Kherson, where Russia had built a defensive line with numerous double and triple trenches and obstacles.

In addition, it could have been a symbolic operation that would put pressure on Sevastopol, the Crimea’s largest city and military base, and boost Ukraine’s morale.

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As with all military operations, it was a battle of time and precision.

It would have taken 24 hours for the 1st Squadron to reach Odessa, and it would also have taken a considerable amount of time to dock ships and load troops and supplies.

The longer the time lasted, the more time it took for Russia to prepare. I visited Admiral Son I-il and Captain Bae Heung-sin.

“Admiral, Captain!”

– yes. / Yes, CEO.

“Once we arrive in Odessa, how long will it take to load all the troops and equipment?”

– The Ukrainian military is fully prepared, but it will take at least two or three days.

“Then, considering the travel time back to Yevpatoria, it could take four or five days?”

– yes. That’s right. There are 6,000 troops, and they have to be divided among the ships.

Than the landing itself. Preparing for it was a bigger task.

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