Chapter 1368： British and French first response (1/2)
Slide 1368
”You have to pay for it! Don’t you? Believe me, honorable Prime Minister. When the French Army is willing to invest more than 8 divisions and artillery, the Turks will definitely not last a week! We can fully respond in the Bavarian Army. Before taking down Constantinople!” When Ribo said this, Asquith finally understood what this general ideal was, and he couldn't help but cursed the other side harshly. ”A mouse-like guy!”
He feels it now, the French now want to discuss the division of Turkey after the war! And from the other side's words, it can be seen that the French already has a more detailed plan. For example, the force mentioned by Ribeau just now shows this. The French intend to invest a large number of troops in a short period of time, and then go straight to Constantinople with a thunderous force, and after the Turkey is settled, they will quickly join the mainland! They are still full of confidence in their combat effectiveness! At least when facing Turks!
”Jerusalem, Jordan and surrounding areas can become colonies or protectors of post-war France.” Prime Minister Asquith said.
”Hehe, honorable Prime Minister, we are discussing a very serious issue. After the war, Turkey can retain Asia Minor. Mesopotamia and other areas must be removed. The Russians promised not to interfere with Turkey's interests. Then. I want to ask, is your Excellency only willing to give France something like this?” Libo sneered.
”France lacks oil. The British Empire owns Persia as an oil field. France also needs its own oil fields. We don't need the outlets of Mesopotamia. However, we must have oil fields in Mesopotamia, at least 60%! This is the premise! Hundreds of thousands of the French Army cannot be invested in vain!” Ribeau said.
”I can only guarantee you 40%!” Asquith refused to give in.
”Which one of us hits the city of Constantinople first, who gets the other 20%, how about?” After finishing speaking, Prime Minister Ribo looked up at each other. There seems to be some provocation in the eyes!
”Deal! The British Empire is responsible for attacking Constantinople by sea. France is responsible for attacking from land. That's it! Our fleet will enter the outskirts of the Dardanelles on March 10 at the latest. I hope you can move faster. ”Asquith said.
”Very well, the French army can go to Greece in 10 days, and we can enter the attacking position before March 8.” Ribo said without hesitation.
”It seems that your country is determined to win.” Asquith didn't know whether it was a compliment or a satire.
Russia has indeed reached the point where it will die without renewal. Britain and France have long coveted the declining empire of Turkey. The fertile Mesopotamia and the Mediterranean coast are what they are determined to achieve. So, although there will be some intrigue in the talks. But on the issue of quickly sending troops to open up the Black Sea route, Britain and France still agree. Although they know that less than a month is a bit difficult to prepare for such a large-scale expedition. But they can't wait now!