Chapter 360 Gentle Wilson

If he knew that the real owner was in Berlin at this time, Alan Wilson would not have the courage to ridicule, but he didn't know. If you think it’s just a routine oral pleasure, what consequences could there be?

Ukraine occupies an important part of the Soviet industrial system. Khrushchev, an administrative cadre, came to Berlin to allow Shepilov to fully understand the situation in his country and make trade-offs in Potsdam.

That night Shepilov explained today's situation to Khrushchev, and also mentioned Alan Wilson's joke about growing corn in Siberia. Khrushchev became furious and shouted, "Capitalism" If we can’t do it, it doesn’t mean that socialism can’t do it. We do things that capitalism can’t do.”

Although he made a tough statement, Khrushchev still said that the overall situation should be the most important thing at present. From a political belief point of view, Khrushchev really believed in Ma Zhe. From a personal point of view, although he behaved rudely, he did A kind person.

The scolding is necessary, and after the scolding, we must continue to solve the problem, indicating that the aircraft industry is indeed as the British said, Americans will never sell it, and we should seize the opportunity in front of us.

As early as the Great Depression in the United States, a Soviet aviation delegation visited the United States, hoping to purchase American aircraft and engines. However, the United States was quite indifferent to this, and the transaction was only a certain type of Curtiss engine with a power of 600 horsepower.

However, as a gesture of goodwill, an Ant-IV Soviet State aircraft successfully carried out an intercontinental flight between Moscow and New York in the autumn of 1929.

The journey was 21,000 kilometers and took a month. The development of aviation has enabled the Soviets to enter the world stage of air competition and also given the Soviets the opportunity to show themselves to the outside world.

The engine has always been the heart of the aircraft. Although the Soviet Union's aviation engine manufacturing level was lower than other countries at the time, research and improvement in this area have never been relaxed.

It was not until the Great Depression continued and the United States was mired in quagmire for several years that the Soviet Union waited for a real opportunity for cooperation in 1937. Khrushchev came from that era and knew full well that such an opportunity would slip away from his eyes. What does it mean, after waiting eight years last time, what about this time?

Of course, today's talks also led to consequences that both Khrushchev and Shepilov could not estimate, that is, Alan Wilson confidently stated that the number of Soviet casualties exceeded 20 million.

The number of Soviet casualties has always been a secret. Moscow has never been prepared to announce the population losses caused by the German invasion, but now a British man is so sure that the number of Soviet casualties exceeds 20 million.

It's okay if it's just nonsense, but if it's another possibility,

That would have to be worrying.

If Alan Wilson is right, this shows that there is a spy network colluding with foreign forces within the Soviet Union. Now that the world war has just ended, the Soviet Union has suffered heavy losses and is in a suspicious stage.

Because of Alan Wilson's verbal excitement this time, Lubyanka's workload will increase again.

Comrade Beria patted his chest in front of Stalin and promised that the enemies of the people hidden in the body of the great motherland must be dug out. Don’t let the imperialist conspiracy succeed.

The same day's talks were also telegraphed to Berlin. Due to national conditions, they were sent to Prime Minister Attlee the next day. "Did he think he was negotiating with the Congress Party of British India?"

The telegram recorded Alan Wilson's imperialist righteousness, which Prime Minister Attlee could not bear to look at.

They all wonder if Alan Wilson was used to being a big boss in the colonies and had not yet adjusted his mentality when he returned to Europe. He spent most of his first day blackmailing the Soviet Union?

"Prime Minister, the negotiations have not broken down." Norman Brooke listened to the Prime Minister's worried tone and analyzed, "In fact, we all understand that the German army has been raging on the soil of the Soviet Union for four years, and the Soviet Union must have paid a greater price than Germany. Cost. Currently we know that Germany’s population loss was eight million, a ratio of one-tenth, and it is a reasonable guess that the Soviet Union’s loss was higher.”

"Even if the losses were really so great, the Soviets would deny it." Prime Minister Attlee said, "I wouldn't announce it if it were me."

"This shows that Allen's blackmail is real, and the Soviet Union has really suffered heavy losses." Norman Brook said in a positive tone.

"What if the Soviet Union announced the loss figures immediately?" Prime Minister Attlee asked quickly after hearing this.

"Using lies to cover up lies further proves the authenticity of this matter." Norman Brooke still said the same tone just now, "If I were a Soviet, I would not pay attention to Allen's words, maintain my previous attitude, and not get entangled in blackmail."

The first day of talks had different consequences in London and Moscow, but that did not break them up. The next day Alan Wilson began to continue negotiations from a different angle, as if he was not the one who blackmailed yesterday.

"If the British side can allow the Soviet Union to send personnel to visit and study, this deal is still possible." Shepilov made a request and looked at Alan Wilson expectantly.

This has shown to a certain extent that full payment for 300 engines can still be negotiated.

There was no problem with Alan Wilson's blackmail yesterday. In this case, Alan Wilson was confident that his previous judgment was not wrong. With this bottom line, he could push further.

"The Soviets have already been to the engine factory. As for sending people to study? There is no need for this." Alan Wilson simply refused, "There is no need at all. If the Soviet Union insists on having this request, then out of On equal terms, I personally feel that the Soviet Union also has something worthy of learning from the British Empire. We would like to visit the Kharkiv tank manufacturing plant, but I wonder if our respected allies will agree?"

"This?" Shepilov frowned. If he were a senior diplomat, he would be rambling. But Shepilov really has no experience in this area. He works in the Propaganda Department.

The Kharkiv Tank Factory is the cradle of the T34 tank and the backbone of the Soviet ground power. Compared with these imperialist countries, the ground field is the only area where the Soviet Union has an advantage. The Soviet Union is also at a disadvantage in its air force. As for the Red Navy, let alone the Red Navy. In front of Britain and the United States, it can only be said that it has it, which means it does not have it.

This proposal to send people to study was directly countered by Alan Wilson's desire to learn from each other.

This day's negotiations had no results, and it was another day's cycle. Moscow and London were making plans and thinking about solutions. If Shepilov dared to agree to Alan Wilson's request, he would definitely be an enemy of the people when he returned to Moscow.

The Kharkiv Tank Factory is also a research base for new tanks. The advantages of tanks are extremely important to the Soviet Union. This is the weapon that most threatens Western Europe.

Ukraine's second-in-command was in Berlin at this time, and also expressed his intention to never agree, telling Shepilov that he must not fall into the trap of imperialism and put the Soviet Mother in danger.

This negotiation is also good for Alan Wilson to establish an image of a tough model. In order to ensure the success rate, Alan Wilson does not hesitate to use the historical knowledge in his mind, as if the British Empire really operated a spy network within the Soviet Union.

But Beria couldn't dig out this spy network even to the point of exhaustion, so the two parties who failed to achieve their goals started to discuss the next topic.

This time it came to the issue of rubber industry and tin ore export. Shepilov was completely confused. He could only listen to Alan Wilson's nonsense, saying that learning from each other's strengths in trade would be beneficial to both countries.

This involved Shepilov's knowledge blind spot, and Khrushchev couldn't understand it for a while, so he decided to get into the negotiation team. He thought that no one would know him. After all, Soviet cadres were not like British politicians. Exposure, not to mention that Khrushchev was a local cadre.

However, Khrushchev was recognized by Ellen Wilson at a glance. However, after being taught by Greta Garbo through words and deeds, he concealed his shock, but his tone of voice became much more polite without realizing it.

Did you joke about growing corn in Siberia before? Who said you should stand up and I'll sue you for defamation...

After talking nonsense for several days, today suddenly became amiable. They opened their mouths about friendship and shut up about joint victory over Germany and that they should coexist peacefully.

Turning it over and adjusting it to just those few sentences, it's like a real diplomat who only sings praises and does nothing.

"Regarding the issue of rubber imports and tin mines, Mr. Allen, I personally think..."

Listening to Khrushchev expressing his opinions through an interpreter, Alan Wilson mentioned the cost of natural rubber and synthetic rubber in a tone that insisted on the bottom line but was not rude.

"This is a world of reconciliation. Let us focus on the future and seek common ground while reserving differences. Although our two countries have different systems, we can also learn from each other's strengths and weaknesses. Prime Minister Attlee is a socialist. Isn't he now also the Prime Minister of the British Empire? "What?" Alan Wilson waggled his fingers and said, "As long as peace in Europe can be maintained, everyone can discuss some things. I understand that the Soviet Union maintains its own strength, but it must be admitted that war cannot solve all problems."

Khrushchev glanced at Shepilov, and what he meant in his eyes was, is this the British you said is difficult to deal with? He actually looks like a pretty nice young man, right?

"Trade is a way to learn from each other's strengths and offset weaknesses." Alan Wilson continued to carry forward the gentleman's demeanor and explained the benefits of such trade to both countries. It was completely reasonable and well-founded, and he was completely different from the person he was a few days ago.

Anyone who talks too much about the Soviet Union is a misunderstanding. Alan Wilson will only strike hard in the third world, and he has always been subservient to the United States and the Soviet Union.