The Rise of the Empire

"According to the report of the cruiser Black, a direct conflict broke out between the two sides because the French transport ship mistakenly collided with a mine. The battleship and two cruisers were sent to the bottom of the sea, and the whole process took less than an hour! To be honest, this kind of combat power is really terrifying, and no two cruisers of the Royal Navy can do this." The third sea in charge of military affairs Minister of State, Prince Louis said solemnly. \u003c/p\u003e"But this time the French are to blame. Their own warship hit a mine by mistake and opened fire first. The German action was completely self-defense. What's more, this was originally a war between Germany and Portugal. The dispatch of the French fleet has constituted a provocative act." Chamberlain on the side said. \u003c/p\u003e"Your attitude seems to be inclined towards Germany." Sir Milne, who was the chief of staff of the British Mediterranean Fleet at this time, looked at the colonial minister with suspicion. You must know that Chamberlain advocated active expansion. He was responsible for the outbreak of the Second Boer War. \u003c/p\u003e"I just don't want to waste the precious and limited military power of the empire elsewhere. Hundreds of thousands of Boers have been mobilized! The situation of the rebellion is further expanding, and we have spent more than 30 million pounds on this rebellion so far!" Chamberlain's words made the Minister of War next to him lose face. \u003c/p\u003e "In my opinion, no matter who is right or wrong in France and Germany, the empire should not intervene in this dispute, because our financial resources do not allow us to do so!" The chancellor of the exchequer next to him also supported Chamberlain's opinion. The fiscal deficit after the outbreak of the Boer War had already caused him enough headaches. If he intervened in the dispute between France and Germany, the money that needs to be spent would really become a bottomless pit. \u003c/p\u003e"This is not just a matter of money, but a strategic issue. You can think about it. If the Germans completely overwhelmed France this time, then with Russia's all-out effort to look eastward, the whole of Europe will still be able to survive. Who can compete with Germany? It is unacceptable for Britain to have a dominant country in Western Europe, and this country is also the number one industrial power in Europe and the second largest industrial power in the world! Can you imagine the horror of this matter? ?” said the Foreign Secretary. \u003c/p\u003e "The rise of Germany must be taken seriously, but it is not an urgent problem to be solved now. What we need to solve most is the Boer problem in South Africa, and our biggest enemy is Russia. If Russia successfully defeats Japan and develops southward If so, then there is no power in this world that can stop Russia!"\u003c/p\u003e"What's more, on the issue of France, the Russians may be more anxious than us, after all, the French are their benefactors, even for francs, The Russians will also put pressure on Germany. Of course, I think Germany and France will deal with this matter in a low-key way." Chamberlain said. \u003c/p\u003eNow the British are very entangled. On the one hand, it is to maintain the balance of power in Europe and to ensure that the major European powers contain each other. This is the established national policy of the British for a hundred years. Turning over can also help the nephew of the old enemy. It may even allow the rise of a new great power. The strength displayed by the Germans in this operation shocked the British. \u003c/p\u003eThe sharp long sword of the German Army has proved its sharpness in the Franco-Prussian War, and another long sword has also been forged. For the foreseeable future, Germany will form an overwhelming advantage over France. At this time, Russia is the enemy of Britain, and is busy competing with Japan in the Far East. The British found little power in Europe to stop Germany.

So from the original intention, Britain wants to warn Germany. \u003c/p\u003eBut it is a pity that there were various problems in Britain at this time. The Boer War greatly involved the energy of the British, and it was a trivial matter to waste a lot of money. Feeling intolerable! Since the era of the Sun King, the British have not only relied on a powerful navy to stand proudly at the pinnacle of the world, but their army is also synonymous with elites. But now, the British suddenly discovered that after decades of not fighting, even the Boer militia could not deal with it. How embarrassing is this! \u003c/p\u003e"Britain must show its attitude! Because this time, we are not only facing Germany, but also the United States! This country, which failed to invade the Philippines last year, can no longer hold back in less than a year Yes, their troops have participated in the Boer War, and this time, the reason why the Germans dare to do so is because they have the support of the United States! The Americans are using their ships to send personnel and supplies to the Germans, which is tantamount to entering the war !” said Prince Louis. \u003c/p\u003e"The world's No. 1 and No. 2 industrial powers have come together. They are establishing a quasi-alliance. According to the expansion speed of the fleets of the two countries, even the British Empire will be difficult to face! The main force of the German fleet is in the North Sea. Our local fleet and the Mediterranean fleet, and the Americans can maneuver on the vast ocean. In the foreseeable future, as long as the United States and Germany join forces, it will be difficult to cope with this situation by relying solely on the navy of the British Empire, so we need allies, and Virtue needs to be destroyed before they form this alliance!" Prince Louis said, looking at the surprised and hesitant eyes of the people present. \u003c/p\u003e"The situation in Europe must be guaranteed. Germany cannot take military action against France. We need to communicate with the French, the Russians, and even Italy to stop the Germans. We can contact the French government now , and then show our attitude! As for the Portuguese? Let them take on the trouble they cause.” British Prime Minister Salisbury, who has been silent, said. \u003c/p\u003e "Your Excellency, mere words are powerless," Chamberlain said. \u003c/p\u003e"The Royal Navy is willing to pay any price for the success of the empire! No matter how strong the German fleet is, it is impossible to resist the footsteps of the Royal Navy." Prince Louis said confidently. \u003c/p\u003e "However, if the Germans really go to war with France, they can use the army to solve all problems! Is the Royal Navy planning to change its name to the Marine Corps?" Chamberlain sneered. \u003c/p\u003e "Okay, let the Russians handle the army. They won't sit back and watch the German army enter France." Salisbury said. \u003c/p\u003eThanks to the book friend Governor of Asia, bighill1982\u003c/a\u003e~~~! , as well as \u003c/a\u003e support from book friends Diving yy, Domi Reid, Xiao Da Tong Shi, Shi Nian Buy Belly, Jinyufeng~~~! , the third update is here~~~, please subscribe and support~~~! \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e