Chapter 2011 Wrong judgment 2
So far, the British have made a mistake in the navy, that is, they know nothing about the aircraft carrier detachment of the high seas fleet! After all, this fleet is permanently stationed in the Baltic Sea, and even often operates in the port areas of the Russians before, so the British cannot stretch that long!
So, after the formation of two logical chains of sea and land, the British determined their maritime security. After the Germans on land were already on the ground, the British had already had very little psychological pressure. At this time, let's look at the results of the previous peace talks between Ruprecht and the British! The Germans stopped bombing most parts of London in the UK. Although it was an exchange of interests, in the eyes of the British, it was a good move. Although the Germans claimed that they wanted the British to spend more blood, the British were even more realistic!
Now, in Asquis's view, the Germans have given up the attempt to completely defeat Britain in a military manner and have also made good moves. Asquis believes that what the prince said must be good enough to stop the war. Therefore, this time, most of the rewards the Germans demanded must be made...
As for the Germans who want the British to give more benefits? This is not something that Britain cannot consider. If Sudan is not enough, Kenya and Uganda can also give it! Especially Kenya, which happens to be with German East Africa. As for the British Southern Africa that Ruprecht wants? In Asquith's view, this is a huge price, and according to the principle of negotiations, the British can pay back the money at this time! After all, in the eyes of the British, the Germans have given up the idea of a complete military victory, and if they finally react to the negotiation table, the requirements will not be very high.
Of course, this time it may have made the French suffer. God knows what benefits the Germans will get from the French this time! Is it the entire west coast of Africa? Or Algiers? Or the French are in Mali, Central Africa and other places in central Africa? Forget it, this question is unclear. It has nothing to do with the British anyway! Of course, morally speaking, the British will definitely support the French! But that's all!
However, while the British were relieved because of the misjudgment, US President Roosevelt also misjudged the situation in Washington, far across the ocean. There was no way, what Crown Prince Ruprecht did was really well, and no one knew the real purpose of the Crown Prince except for a very small number of core personnel. At this time, when the Americans found that their abacus and the Germans' ideas were not on the same line, the American commander was also anxious. After the communication between the two sides, Earl Hogner of the Bavarian Embassy in the United States personally went to the White House and Theodore. Roosevelt personally communicated on some things that both sides were concerned about.
(Yes, you read that right. Historically, Bavaria had embassies or consular institutions in some countries. This is called political correctness in Germany...)
"Mr. Earl, I invite you here today to express the concern of the US government about the situation in Europe. Judging from the current situation, Germany's behavior has completely deviated from our original plan. If I remember correctly, our core is to suppress Britain, rather than concentrate the main force of the army on the French and then enter Paris again. The consequences of this are very serious. The British, as the culprit, escaped punishment, and the hatred between your country and France will continue." Roosevelt said.
"Especially recently, your country and the British have negotiated and even reached some agreements, which makes the United States of America feel like it is betrayed. Shouldn't you explain this issue?" There was a hint of anger in Roosevelt's words.
"We once gave the French a chance. When Prince Ruprecht met with the French representative, we made it very clear that this time Germany can ensure that the border between France and Germany remains unchanged, and there will be no excessive territorial requirements in Africa. We can even not pay compensation, as long as interest-free loans are used as compensation. You must know that the two sides have been fighting for more than two years, and the deaths and injuries of German soldiers under the French guns have exceeded 1 million. We can make such suggestions with absolute advantage enough to reflect our sincerity! And all we have to do is to draw a clear line between the French and the British. Are our requirements too much?" Count Hogner said righteously.
"In fact, if the French were left unmoved, they might be more likely to accept it." Roosevelt said.
"This is not possible at all. When it comes to the British, Crown Prince Ruprecht and your country have the same idea. We must cut off the possibility of Britain and France becoming an alliance again. You will never want to see Britain and France stand together again shortly after the war is over, right? If that is the case, what is the significance of this war that can be called a disaster?"
"We must let the French hands be indirectly stained with the blood of the British army. Only in this way can we let France go. Otherwise, for the sake of empire security, we would rather destroy France completely! We did not let the French and the British fight against each other, but just wanted them to make a way out!"
"And you should also have some understanding of military affairs. We do this not only for political purposes, but also for military purposes. You should have read the report that General Pershing gave you, right? You should have a general understanding of the situation on the Western Front, right?" Hogner said as he changed his tone.
To be honest, Theodore Roosevelt is really a bit of a research on military affairs. Not to mention that before the Spanish-American War in history, he was the deputy commander of the navy. After the outbreak of the Spanish-American War, Roosevelt also participated in the land war in Cuba. Although his level may not be very high, he still has basic military literacy. Therefore, when Ruprecht formulated a strategy for Count Hogner, in addition to politically, some military matters could also be involved.
"If we want to eliminate the enemy's heavy army groups to the greatest extent, the best way is to encircle and annihilate the war, just like we used to destroy millions of Russia in one fell swoop. Unfortunately, under normal circumstances, it is impossible for us to fight annihilate the British on the Western Front, similar to the Eastern Front. This is not just because the defense line on the Western Front has been repaired for 2 years. Breakthrough is not easy, but more importantly, the British have too many choices to avoid the heavy army groups being surrounded!" Hogner said.
Chapter completed!