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A practical Portuguese fleet for 1890-1920

A limited Portuguese naval budget would first fund escorts and patrol ships, followed by small cruisers for overseas security and trade protection.

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Question

What would you do in charge of the Portuguese Navy from 1890 to 1920 with two percent of the budget?

Short answer

Prioritize escorts and patrol ships, then add a few small cruisers for trade protection and overseas presence instead of attempting a capital-ship fleet.

Notes

The proposed fleet begins with dependable escorts and patrol ships. Small cruisers would follow for overseas visits, occasional trade protection, and responses to piracy. A seaplane facility is suggested as a possible addition to those cruisers. The limited budget would support maritime security and global interests, while remaining far short of a force able to fight a major naval opponent.