when this happens it usually means that karelia is a bloody mess. I agree with the purchase of an arcraft carrer and one plane. the us needs it’s resources to stop japan from insuring axis victory over russia, so - depending on how things go in karelia you can either take western europe, spain, or land forces in gibralter… or as i have found right in the midst of a forward air field in eastern europe or finland. sometimes if the germans are in bad enough shape i’ve even been able to help russia recover karelia. but these are basically spoilling attacks. designed to divert forces away from russia. with the aircraft carrier in place germany can’t afford to attack your fleet. so you are not stuck on your island, and any trasport fleet you build for a real invasion will be safe. challenge my opinion at danwatkins01@yahoo.com but come prepared!