The scenario presents naval movement as quiet preparation for a war that has not begun. America appears to be preparing for conflict, but it has made no declaration, so British deployments remain below the political threshold of open hostilities. One force is visible near North America while another is concealed behind St. John's in Newfoundland. Forward basing, geography, and concealment shape the opening position before a diplomatic break becomes a shooting war.
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St. John's fleet positioning for an American war
A campaign-planning moment places fleets around St. John's as quiet preparation for a possible war with the United States.