Chapter 652： Alternate member (1/2)
”If it is as you said, I think we need more allies. The long-term stalemate is not something that the Russians can withstand, nor can it be for France. We need allies to share the pressure.” After King left, the representatives of Britain and France did not leave, but conducted an avoidance consultation.
For Churchill’s inference, the French are also very worried, because if the war continues in the future, it will definitely be carried out on the territories of France and Germany. Naturally, the French are not willing to make their homes messed up. The purpose of the war is to Gain benefits, not die with your opponents! Therefore, as soon as the Russians left, Messimi, the French Secretary of the Army, expressed his concerns to Churchill.
”This is a worldwide war, but there are not many countries that can play a role as a frontman. We originally planned to win over Italy, but now I think you know very well that Italy is too weak, and this time The unsuccessful success also makes the Italians feel timid. Even if we are willing to pay some price, we may not get the support of Italy. Until the war situation is clear, they will not choose to stand in line. When that time, how will Italy choose? It's not that important anymore,” Churchill said.
”Americans, I think they’re pretty good if they don’t help Germany. I don’t have any hope for the Yankees on the other side, so they forget it. And the remaining powers have already chosen to stand in line.”
”Actually, there is another country, and that is Japan! If Japan can participate in the war, I am afraid it will reduce our pressure.” Messimi said.
”Haha, the Japanese? Except that they might work hard to seize the German territories in the Pacific after the war, they probably don’t seem to assume any responsibilities or obligations. After the Russo-Japanese War in the Far East ended, the Japanese would be like a dog. Like full hyenas, they are very lazy. Unless there is a pie in the sky, it is not realistic to want them to contribute.” Churchill said.
”That's because the conditions are not attractive enough. Think about it. If we agree that the Japanese eat German islands in the Pacific, and to a certain extent tolerate Japan's actions against the Dutch East Indies, will the Japanese stand firm? Our side?”
”Of course, pure interests are not enough. We still need to intimidate the Japanese. Now Japan has a mortal enemy. If it weren't because the distance was too far away, maybe Japan would have been crushed a long time ago and want to fight. In this country, Japan can only rely on the power of its allies, which is us. If the Japanese want to keep their interests in the Far East, they should know how to choose.” Messimi said.
”But what can we get? The Japanese will not send a large number of armies to Europe. Their naval forces in the Far East are not helpful to us. They may send an auxiliary fleet into the Mediterranean to perform mine clearance at our request. Or **** mission, then? What else can I do?” Churchill asked rhetorically.
”If only these conditions are required, we naturally cannot give them corresponding guarantees. If they are willing to send a main fleet. Judging from the current trend, the Japanese navy is developing very rapidly. Maybe it is nothing in the North Sea. , But in the Mediterranean, it is definitely a force that can change the situation of the battle. If one day we really plan to attack the Dardanelles, any dreadnought ship is very important!” Messimi said seriously.
”I agree in principle, but the final result depends on the Japanese's choice. We have laid out the conditions and it depends on the Japanese's choice.” Churchill said.