Mu Ao Zongguang was very clear about the whole process, because Japan did not gain much benefit in the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895. In order to develop and fight against Russia, it had to obtain compensation from other places. The Qing Dynasty did not need to think about it. This was very likely to lead to joint suppression by Russia, Germany and France. Other places in Southeast Asia were not required to think about it. All those who could be divided were divided. At this time, the Japanese discovered that Spain, which occupied the Philippines, was a weakling! Who would you beat if you don’t hit you at this time?

So, focusing on the issue of attacking the Philippines, the Japanese government carried out a naval military preparation activity that was like a devastating boat. For this plan, Britain's nominal neutrality actually supported it. Russia, Germany and France are very likely to have changed the Philippines before it could react. The United States is too far away from here. Even if it wants to intervene, it has to wait for Brooklyn and other warships to be put into service. Considering the trend of the US Navy becoming stronger and stronger and its control over Hawaii, the Japanese government believes that it is necessary to take over the Philippines as soon as possible, creating a certain fact.

Therefore, after compiling all factors, the Japanese government first bypassed the treaty between Russia and Germany through purchasing agents. When Russia unexpectedly suspended the agreement, in order to prevent the potential enemy, the Spanish, had no choice but to grit their teeth and buy them!

Can the Japanese finances support? The answer is that they can support them, but they are very reluctant! After the Qing and Japanese warships ended, Japan was not economically lost and would not cause famine. In theory, there was about 5 million pounds left. This money alone was enough to support the cost of these four warships. Moreover, the Japanese government still had a fiscal budget of more than 80 million yen per year. With the opening of the Qing market, the Japanese government's fiscal revenue also increased a little, so the funds for military expansion and preparation for war were still enough. Of course, the 5 million pounds cannot be used to expand the army, and some of them must be used for investment and other aspects. At this time, the help of the British seemed very important!

The total cost of these four warships is less than 5 million pounds, which is divided into three years of expenditure. The average annual average is around 1.6 million pounds, which is acceptable. You should know that in history, Japan's total budget for military expansion and investment in Russia was 516 million yen (increased to this data in 1899). In 1898, the Japanese Navy ordered ships the most crazy one. It ordered 5 armored cruisers and 2 battleships from abroad in a year!

This time, Japan was just trying to make efforts in advance with the help of Britain so that it could gather a fleet that could fight in 1898! Of course, in addition to purchasing warships, the army's war expenses also need to be prepared. However, according to the estimates of the Japanese Army, at most one division can defeat the Spanish army entrenched in the Philippines, which is much smaller in cost than the Japanese-Singapore War. This time the Japanese estimated that it was not bad. In fact, the number of troops sent by the United States to the Philippines was only 11,000 during the Spanish-American War. (From the roadside club, it may not be accurate.) Fighting Spain is really a cost-effective choice for Japan.

In fact, the Japanese really had the idea of ​​attacking Spain in history. The dispute between the north and the south was not too early. In fact, after the Sino-Japanese War of 1895, there were already North and South-aggressive factions in Japan. However, the strategy against Russia was suppressed and this strategy was not formed. However, even so, after the outbreak of the Spanish-American War, in May 1898, the Japanese Navy still sent three warships, Langsu, Akitsugu, and Matsushima, to the Philippines in the name of watching the battle.

During the Spanish-American War, the southward faction of the military headquarters had a conflict with the northward faction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The former demanded that the Philippines be independent, at least to turn the Philippines into a US-Japan co-occupied. Although it was not successful, it was certain that Japan had ideas about the Philippines. On this historical plane, the road to northward seemed extremely difficult. After the end of the Qing-Japanese War, it was understandable that the Japanese government chose to take risks. The Japanese chose this path, but it was not beyond someone's expectations! It can even be said that the Japanese Navy was of the scale today under the secret indulgence of someone!

"Our plan has deceived almost all enemies. Isn't it? And you are the most important part of this plan." Nishiyuanji Gongwang comforted.

"This plan is indeed amazing. But it is not without loopholes. Some people may have realized it. And what if the Americans intervene when we attack Spain?" asked Mu Ao Zongguang.

If Japan is just an idea about the Philippines, then Japan has taken action against Hawaii! Look at the grudges and hatreds between Japan and the United States and Hawaii. The entanglement between the three parties began in the mid-19th century, and the intensification began after the Japanese and Hawaii governments signed the "Japan-Summer Reconciliation Treaty" in 1871. From then on, a large number of Japanese immigrants went to Hawaii. By 1890, Japan immigrated 12,000 in Hawaii, accounting for 13.3% of the total population. During the same period, the United States had a population of less than 2,000 in the local area.

In 1893, the Americans finally couldn't help but act. With the help of the American expatriates in Hawaii, with the help of the US consulate and 160 Marines, they overthrew the Queen of Hawaii and announced the establishment of a republic. This aroused dissatisfaction from the Japanese government. The two warships, King Kong and Langsu, went to Hawaii one after another. Although they did not directly interfere with the coup in Hawaii, they also caused dissatisfaction from the Americans. Moreover, the US government believed that these two warships had delivered weapons to Japanese immigrants!

Just three days before Hirobu Ito visited Murozo Hiroshima, the United States and Japan finally started their first public fight over the Hawaii issue! The essence of the fight was the immigration issue. By 1897, the total number of immigrants in Hawaii had been 26,000, accounting for 40% of the total population! The Republic of Hawaii, which is dominated by the United States, is still very vigilant about this! You are 40% still immigrating? The American puppet in Hawaii immediately said that it could not bear it! If this continues, is this Japanese or American?

So on February 7, 1897, the Japanese immigration ship "Shenzhou Maru" arrived in Hawaii, and the US government did not allow 463 Japanese immigrants to land! And this matter continues to ferment! According to the Japanese government's speculation, this situation will happen more and more. At this time, Japanese Navy Minister Saigo had already begun to consider sending warships to visit! The Americans also said that if the Japanese dared to come, I would also send warships! Who is afraid of whom!

I really think Hirobuki Ito came here to visit Mu Ao Zongjiu, and by the way, kindly tell him how he really looks like? What do you think! The fundamental purpose of Hirobuki Ito came here is to squeeze out Mu Ao Zongjiu's surplus value for the last time! Telling the truth is also to let Mu Ao Zongjiu clarify the cause and effect, and then look at his opinions.
Chapter completed!