Chapter 930: Only One Step Is Needed

"Japan is really a crazy country. They actually beat up Americans at this time! Do they think we still don't have enough enemies?" British Prime Minister Asquith said with disgust as he looked at the telegram that had just been sent. Almost on the same day that the Japanese cabinet received the conflict between the United States and Japan in the Bismarck Sea, the British Embassy in Japan also received relevant information. The British Ambassador to Japan immediately reported this to the country, and the military attaché in Japan began to collect this information. information on the conflict.

"But it seems that the Americans have no intention of taking action. If they want to take action, I am afraid that all American newspapers will publish this matter now, and then a large number of Americans will take to the streets to demand that the US government declare war with Japan. Then Their president would give a stern speech in parliament. But now nothing is happening, and on the contrary, the Americans are deliberately hiding this matter," the foreign secretary said.

"That means we don't have to worry about an overreaction from the Americans?" Prime Minister Asquith asked.

"Actually, all major powers are involved in a worldwide war. We are fighting in Europe, Asia, and Africa. The destructiveness and lethality of this war exceeds any previous war. The United States has already occupied a large They divided our market, stole our raw materials, and helped our enemies, gaining a lot of benefits at a very small cost. However, participating in the war requires facing huge risks. Rather than doing this, it is better to reap the benefits. Good." said Lloyd George, who came back from Japan.

When the British put on formal clothes, they are merchants, and when they pick up swords and guns, they are pirates. But whether they are merchants or pirates, they all do things for profit. As Churchill said, there are no permanent friends, only permanent interests. Americans will not join a tragic war because of a face or a conflict. Even if Germany loses, the United States will not necessarily choose war. What is Germany? In the eyes of Americans, they are just a cooperative partner. Similarly, in Ruprecht's eyes, the United States is not only a partner that can temporarily cooperate, but also a potential enemy. Therefore, as long as nothing unexpected happens, the most likely choice for the United States this time is to settle the matter. It's better to get some benefits in exchange.

"In other words, we only need one step to silence the Americans? Is that so?" Asquith said to himself. "Well, also, we can make the Japanese owe a favor! Make some concessions on the Dutch East Indies issue!" What is an ally? Sometimes allies can hand over the opponent's back, and sometimes allies are used to trap you! Especially when today's "ally" may become tomorrow's "trouble", who will you cheat?

"We are obviously not suitable as a third country, and neither are the French, so I suggest that the Swiss or Italians can come forward to coordinate. Each side takes a step back and demarcates a demilitarized zone. Both sides do not build new fortifications and buildings on the newly occupied islands. Deploy troops. Main warships withdraw from the disputed area. This can not only ease the conflict between the two countries, but also free up the Japanese fleet." Churchill thought for a while and said.

"Then let's do this first. We can first talk to the Japanese about third-country coordination, and then,

Let's discuss with the Japanese the Dutch East Indies and the Japanese fleet's entry into the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean to participate in the war. "Asquith said.

"By the way, I remember that our military attaché in Japan has just sent a detailed report on the battle between the two fleets in the Bismarck Sea. Can you tell us the views of your Admiralty?" After the important matters were discussed, Asquith He asked, changing the subject.

"Colonel Andrew Cunningham once personally went to Nagasaki Port to observe two Japanese battleships participating in the war. According to him, the Fuso was basically new. Although the American battleships hit the opponent more than once, they were all hit by heavy armored shells. Open. Cunningham believes that the Fuso's defense is absolutely sufficient, at least it will not have any problems facing the German 14-inch guns. The performance of the Kongang-class battlecruiser was much worse. The main armor belt and turret were hit wear, so the colonel believes that British battlecruisers are not suitable for attacking battleships."

"Well, okay, Fisher is on the gun again." Asquith said in his mind.

"In terms of personnel quality, the Japanese Navy is obviously much higher. According to the statistics of the Japanese Navy, in this battle, they hit their opponents no less than 16 times! The two American warships only hit the Japanese warships about 7 times at most. This I think the data is reasonable, after all, according to the intelligence sent by our battleships in the Pacific, they even used the word miserable to describe the two American battleships after the war."

"Finally, Colonel Cunningham's evaluation is that if the Japanese Navy can conduct sufficient training before entering the war, its combat quality will be almost at the same level as the Royal Navy, and it can play an important role in both the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean." Churchill Finally added.

"Well, in that case, I hope the Japanese can fulfill their obligations as a member of the Allied Powers as soon as possible." Asquith said.

The British acted quickly. On the day after the meeting, the British ambassador to Japan issued a diplomatic note, asking Japan to "handle the conflict in the Bismarck Sea with caution" and not to trumpet the victory of this battle. On the one hand, the Japanese Navy is required to control the number of fleets in the South Pacific in order to pave the way for the next step of easing the situation.

The next day, the British government sent requests to Switzerland and Italy respectively, hoping that these two countries could serve as third parties to coordinate relations between the United States and Japan. On the fourth day, the Italian government expressed its willingness to serve as the coordinator. Subsequently, the Japanese ambassador to the United States contacted the U.S. government and stated its position. After the US government found the steps, it gradually downplayed the impact of the Battle of Bismarck Sea.

Things gradually developed in the direction of extinction. The American fleet and the Japanese fleet evacuated backwards in a tacit understanding. Although there was no contact with each other, it was obvious that the conflict had finally subsided temporarily. As for the rest, everyone did not build fortifications and maintained restraint. Can they do it? It's hard to say.

"Your Highness, this seems to be a pity. If the Americans can participate in the war, I am afraid we will reduce a lot of troubles, and the victory of the entire war may be just around the corner." When the prince and his men in Prague received the message, Ka Ript said with some regret.

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