A French fast force in the South China Sea would fit the Royal Navy's shortage of fast capital ships. Britain had only three such ships in the comparison made here. Tiger's retirement is set beside Dunkerque and Strasbourg entering service as a possible clue to Anglo-French planning. The timing suggests coordination, although no specific discussions are identified.
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French fast battleships fit a Royal Navy weakness
The timing of Tiger's retirement and Dunkerque and Strasbourg entering service suggests possible coordination without establishing specific discussions.