The Rise of the Empire

Compared with the Russians, the British are quite serious this time. While the British issued a request to stop the confrontation between France and Germany, they also stated that Africa should "maintain the status quo." And the implication of this sentence expresses Britain's dissatisfaction with Germany's expansion of colonies! Not long after this statement was issued, the British special envoy Chamberlain and his party came to Berlin. And Prince Ruprecht is responsible for receiving this group of "uninvited guests". \u003c/p\u003e"On behalf of the British Empire, I would like to express my regret for the recent armed conflicts in Africa. It is extremely short-sighted for a country to brazenly launch a war on the basis of trade disputes. The British Empire hopes that your country can return to the previous borders of each country and negotiate with the relevant responsible parties in order to properly resolve the aftermath. If things expand further, then The British Empire reserves the right to take other actions!"\u003c/p\u003eWhat is an empire? This is called empire! Although there are many powerful countries in the world, in this era, only the United Kingdom can truly not back down and make no concessions! Colonies all over the world are the flesh and blood of the British Empire. The routes of the four oceans and bases around the world are the blood of the British Empire. And the powerful Royal Navy is the unparalleled sword in the hands of the British Empire! It is really not a problem for the British navy in this era to fight two! Well, if it weren't for the Boer War, the British would be a myth in this day and age...  \u003c/p\u003e"Can I take this as an ultimatum?" The prince looked at Chamberlain opposite and sneered, thinking, the British really take themselves seriously now. Pried away! The First World War is already half won. You were not afraid of you in 1914. Now you are still afraid of a Britain that is mired in the boer war? With the nature of the British businessmen, will you really help the French before signing a "sincere agreement" with France? What are you kidding? \u003c/p\u003e"This..." Chamberlain was stunned for a moment. This statement was actually a statement, and it really didn't mean an ultimatum. After all, I came here to negotiate, and threats were needed. At that time, I really didn't intend to break up with the Germans completely! \u003c/p\u003eNow Chamberlain is somewhat complaining about the domestic hardliners. Since the incident, both France and Germany have kept a low profile and did not take any further action. The Russians only expressed their concerns in private, and then continued to do business with the Germans happily. In this way, it seems that the British are being pushed to the foreground...  In fact, what is the direct relationship between this matter and the United Kingdom--! \u003c/p\u003e"This is not an ultimatum, it just shows the attitude of the British Empire." Chamberlain said seriously. \u003c/p\u003e "Okay, I know your country's attitude." The prince said. \u003c/p\u003e"And I need to know your country's attitude. I must remind you that Germany's behavior has seriously violated the previous consensus reached by all countries. The African issue has been concluded as early as 15 years ago. This kind of unauthorized change The behavior of the situation has been frowned upon by many countries, and you need to think about it for yourself," Chamberlain said. \u003c/p\u003e "Oh, you are talking about the partition of Africa by European countries in 1885? I remember that after this incident, the British Royal Navy seemed to send a fleet to the coast of Lisbon in 1891 to force the other party to withdraw from Africa. Does this count as a unilateral change of the status quo? Your country can threaten a country for no reason, so when the same country harms the interests of the empire, why can’t Germany use force to solve the problem? Britain can do it? Germany can’t? " the prince asked back. \u003c/p\u003e"There is no need to use force to solve economic problems.

This is very uncivilized behavior. " Chamberlain frowned and said.\u003c/p\u003e "But the war between your country and the Netherlands was fought because of economic problems. If negotiations can solve all problems, why does your country spend 20 million pounds a year in naval funding to maintain one of the most powerful naval forces in the world? This is a unilateral hegemony. "\u003c/p\u003e" Of course, it doesn't make sense to talk about this question now. Strength in this world is the last word. Since you have come to Germany all the way and told me your country's opinion, then I can also tell you our country's opinion. The prince raised a finger and continued.\u003c/p\u003e "Portugal must pay for its mistakes. It is impossible for us to withdraw from Angola and Mozambique. Second, France must pay for its wrong actions, the root cause of the conflict was a miscalculation by the French, and their attacks caused a lot of trouble for the empire. "\u003c/p\u003e "That is to say, your country intends to ignore the advice of the British Empire and is ready to go its own way?" "Chamberlain said with some anger.\u003c/p\u003e"It is difficult for everyone to understand such empty words, so well, let's use more vivid words to explain the stakes of this matter and the British Empire. "\u003c/p\u003e "We have deployed about 10,000 troops in German East Africa, and our ammunition and various equipment there are enough to arm an army!" If, I mean, if your country really decided to turn against us for France, then imagine your situation in South Africa. "\u003c/p\u003e "Less than 30,000 Boers have taken the Eastern Cape region, and the entire eastern part of South Africa has been brought under the control of the Boers except for a few isolated strongholds. Negroes were mobilized, and even in Rhodenia there were cases of massive rebellion. The British Empire has successively invested 50,000 troops, but what is the result? You are Colonial Secretary and you should know best. "\u003c/p\u003e "Think about it, Boers, blacks plus our troops and equipment in German Africa, how many troops and pounds does the British Empire plan to fill into this bottomless pit? Or are you ready to admit cowardice and recognize the independence of the Boers? "The prince said with a smile.\u003c/p\u003e"The British Empire will never surrender, absolutely not! We will fight until the last moment! "Chamberlain said resolutely.\u003c/p\u003e"Hehe, of course I believe in the background and strength of the British Empire. If the military strength of the British Empire is desperate, it is really not a problem, but the premise is that you have money! enough money! If I remember correctly, your country's additional military spending has reached 50 million pounds? "\u003c/p\u003e "This is really a big sum. How much money did the Japanese get after fighting the Qing Dynasty for a year? And your country's army spends money like running water! It's almost the same money, right? But instead of being defeated, the Boer army became stronger and stronger! I would like to make a bet with you to see how much money your country can throw in the quagmire of South Africa before the end of the Boer War! Is it 100 million? Or 200 million pounds? "The prince leaned forward slightly, and said jokingly.\u003c/p\u003eThanks to the book friends First Guards Tank Brigade, Slowly Youk, xiaotang246, Sea Boundary, Fisherman's\u003c/a\u003e~~~, and the book Friends love glasses girl, hotbed, slow travel k, nvllosrjzmac7a4, Xiao Daoleng\u003c/a\u003e support~~~! The second update is here, and there will be another update in the afternoon! Please subscribe\u003c/a\u003e~~~!\u003c /p\u003e\u003c/div\u003e