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Would Britain's larger carrier force change Graf Zeppelin?

Industrial limits and construction priorities could still leave Graf Zeppelin incomplete.

Question

Would the larger British carrier force make Germany develop naval aviation earlier?

Short answer

The response is uncertain. Graf Zeppelin would probably reach a similar incomplete state, although completion is not ruled out.

Notes

Germany's response to a larger British carrier force remains uncertain. If construction priorities and industrial limits remain similar, Graf Zeppelin would probably reach much the same incomplete state. Completion is still considered possible. A finished ship would face a difficult contest with British carriers combining armoured protection and larger air groups.