Germany could respond to the loss of its battleships by withdrawing and continuing the war. In that branch, the carrier force would remain available for further operations. Torpedo-boat flotillas and other German forces in harbor become the next proposed targets. Repeated attacks would aim to push those units back and extend the operational effect beyond the original damage at Wilhelmshaven.
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Further carrier raids if Germany continues the war
A refusal to negotiate would leave Germany facing repeated attacks on its torpedo-boat and other flotillas in harbor.