How would you rate Drach's suggested Bismarck redesign, and how much more effective would it be technically?
Short answerThe initial reactions are favorable toward the turret and secondary-battery layout, while Clarke reserves his detailed assessment.
NotesClarke reserves his detailed judgment for a possible discussion with Drach. Other participants give a tentative assessment after briefly checking the model. They identify three triple main turrets and what appears to be a secondary battery of 105 mm guns. A raised secondary mounting aft, around the former after main-turret position, also appears sensible to them. These are favorable first impressions of the proposed arrangement.