THE GERMAN NAVY
BERLIN, July 8. Germany’s latest naval surprise indicates a desire to increase the personnel of the navy before another increase is made in the peace strength of the army. It is also believed in Germany that Britain’s difficulties in securing men for the navy are considerable, and will become more serious. July 10. The official newspapers indicate a great accession of Germany’s striking force by the unexpected acceleration of the third squadron, which will be ready in a few weeks. Germany will then have three squadrons in full commission at Wilhelmshaven and Kiel.
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Otago Witness, Issue 3148, 15 July 1914, Page 24
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