With the successful conclusion of the Berlin Naval Treaty nearing, it would appear Germany has scored a great diplomatic success. The increase in tonnage of the German fleet would allow the fleet carrier Manfred von Richtofen and Ersatz Hindenburg class battleships to enter the fleet without any retirements. The German Admiralty wasted no time planning what they would do with the tonnage.

The last Derflinger-class Battlecruiser and all 4 Bayern-class Battleships remained in service despite their growing age. Plans were immediately drawn up for three new fast Battleships and a second Manfred von Richtofen fleet carrier. Of course with the advent of Black Monday it is clear these plans will need to be put on hold.

Instead the Bayern Class Battleships will be refitted for extended service. The Derflinger will still need to be retired for the second of the Ersatz Hindenburg ships to enter service so extensive upgrades are deemed unnecessary. To make up for the lack of capital ship production orders have also been made for the drawing up of expansion of the u boat and cruiser fleets.