The Rise of the Empire

"It is said that just a few days ago, your country's parliament discussed the new navy bill?" Sims asked. For a country like Germany, which is almost the world's most armed force, when it is threatened, it will subconsciously consider the issue of arms expansion and preparations. This time, taking advantage of the opportunity of the Americans to play tricks in the Middle East, the German military proposed The navy expansion plan includes plans for new battleships, aircraft carriers, and secondary capital ships, and the target of this fleet is also very clear, naturally it is aimed at the United States!

"Yes, not only in the parliament, but also within the navy. After all, times are developing. Even the Bavarian-class battleships, which were invincible during the Great War, are now a bit outdated. Your country's Colorado-class battleships, South Dakota-class battleships, and the Japanese The Nagato-class battleships are all products of the new era, and the empire has no reason to lag behind, so we naturally have to catch up, especially when we feel threatened." Su Xiong did not deny it.

"Thank you for your frankness. In fact, I think the Atlantic Ocean is wide enough to accommodate the next two superpowers. And our fleet is divided into two parts. Although there is the Panama Canal, there will be restrictions on mobilization. Your country actually There's no need to be so nervous," Sims said.

Is the United States strong in this era? Nature is very strong! However, in the face of the same powerful Germany and the very powerful Austria-Hungary, no matter how arrogant the old Roosevelt was, he would never say that the other party built one ship, and he built two ships and then accompanied him to the end, because the Americans also spent a lot of money in this war . And Germany and Austria have now controlled the whole of Europe. Under the ebb and flow, the Americans really can't play against the Allies!

Unlike the British and German naval armaments before the war, everyone was ready to fight at that time, or all warships were available. But now? Even the old Roosevelt never had the idea of ​​going to war with Germany. Even with his closest friends, the old Roosevelt could only say that the future of the German hegemony can only be decided in the next generation. The current international situation is not suitable for the Americans to launch a frontal challenge, because the Americans have no allies, or in other words, no reliable allies!

In fact, Sims knew very well that even if the Americans achieved the best goals of the Pacific War, they still would not seek to form an advantage over Germany in the navy. Because this is almost impossible, in the absence of war and the absence of an arms race to drag down the other side, then reasonably limit the military power of both sides so that each other can obtain an acceptable balance of power, which can ease the tension between the two sides. Contradictions, but also can save a lot of money, why not do it? Therefore, Sims will say the above words.

"Is this your Excellency's idea, or your government's idea?" Su Xiong asked.

"At least I think so. Although the relationship between our two countries is very tense because of some recent events, you and I are very clear that fierce confrontation is not good news for our two countries." Sims said.

"However, even when your country is engaged in the Pacific War, it is actually confronting the Empire in the Middle East. This kind of ambition makes the Empire very angry, and your Excellency should be very clear,

The Empire will not bow to external force, a military response is required. " Su Xiong said.

"It may have been a misunderstanding," Sims said.

"Maybe." Su Xiong didn't want to express his opinion on this matter.

"Then I would like to ask a question, is your country willing to share maritime supremacy equally with the United States?" Sims asked.

"What do you mean? I personally think that a simple agreement or division of spheres of influence has no binding force." Su Xiong put down the wine glass in his hand and said seriously.

"The navies of both sides maintain the same size, and the fleet composition is basically the same." Sims said. "If our fleets are the same size, we form a military balance, and at the same time limit the construction and replacement of new warships, we can maintain stability for a long time. After all, neither of us overwhelms the other. possible."

"It is almost impossible. It is very difficult for the Imperial Navy to accept such a treaty. Our position today is obtained after overthrowing the former maritime supremacy - the British. We do not believe that sea power is unique, but we are also pursuing Our sea power should be superior to any navy. For we have much wider colonies to defend, and the reach of our empire stretches across Europe, Africa, and West and South Asia, all the way to the western limit of South-East Asia."

"The empire has replaced the status of the British. At the same time, we need to maintain the advantage in maintaining the security of the communication line and the decisive battle strength of the fleet. Only in this way can the empire feel safe. And why does your country think that you can have the same power as us? What about the navy share? Is it because of the warships being built in Bethlehem and other places? If the empire wants it, we can have it soon." Su Xiong flatly vetoed it.

"What you said is very unfriendly. He Zhongguo came to discuss an idea that is beneficial to both sides with your navy with sincerity, but you want to use power to suppress others. We are avoiding conflicts, but you are intensifying conflicts. " Sims said very dissatisfied.

"However, the actual situation is that we faithfully fulfilled our obligations as an ally, but your country stabbed our ally! How did the Russians and American equipment appear in Persia in large numbers? This can't be faked, right? If If you want evidence, I can buy one of the tanks with my own money and send it to you by mail order!" Su Xiong said.

"It's just normal military trade," Sims said.

"If this is considered normal military trade, wouldn't it be considered normal trade if our weapons were transferred to the Japanese several times?" Su Xiong's tone was already very bad.

"Can we stop talking about this? We are navy soldiers, and soldiers should stay away from politics. We are just trying to avoid possible conflicts with each other." Sims finally hesitated, because the Americans are really serious about this matter. It doesn't make sense.

"Actually, I have always believed that the construction of the navy should be based on local needs. If both of us can use this as a standard, the fleet size can actually be controlled within a reasonable level. Your country will expand its fleet before the war. The purpose is to fight against the British Grand Fleet, but now that the British Grand Fleet has collapsed, your country will not think that we can reach each other's offshore waters to fight?" Sims said as calmly as possible.

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