Looking back on the nearly fourteen years since Attlee became the British Prime Minister from 1945 to the present, Britain has lost British India and British Burma, its influence on Egypt has been reduced, Sudan has become independent, and Nigeria is also in the process of becoming independent.
But it also successfully established the Malayan colony, returned to Myanmar economically, retained the military base in Ceylon, and imported goods to the Indian market through Goa with Portugal. The garrisons in the Middle East are still exerting influence, and the African colonies are also
It is still relatively stable and has ended its downward trend.
Britain got rid of its huge debt to the United States, which was also achieved by the independence of its colonies, including British India.
But it is also true that we can pay off debts, get out of the quagmire caused by the war, and improve our income and welfare.
Militarily, Britain maintains an army of 800,000 and has successfully developed atomic bombs and hydrogen bombs.
After the economy improved, the Air Force's strategic bombers, the Navy's new aircraft carriers, and the Army's armed helicopters received support from the government and were re-entered into service. The UK can still maintain the framework of the post-war Big Three, although there has indeed been a gap with the United States and the Soviet Union.
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Compared with the memory of Britain in 1959, this difference is not insignificant. This is also the reason why Attlee led the Labor Party to govern for an unprecedented period of time.
Alan Wilson is not modest, and he has some credit for this. Adhering to the principle of civil servant neutrality, he naturally cannot show distrust of the Conservative Party, but it is also true that he is far more sincere in his treatment of the Labor Party than he is in the Conservative Party.
Just look at what happened to several Conservative prime ministers during their tenure. It is indeed difficult for him to have any trust in this party. The Suez Canal War broke out during Eden's tenure, and the British Empire was disgraced.
Macmillan signed the Nassau Agreement, handing over the independent nuclear weapons system that Britain had spent huge sums of money to build.
During Home's term, he announced global contraction and abandoned Malaya, the Middle East, and Africa. With Prime Minister Heath in office, the United States completely destroyed the pound sterling zone, and Mrs. Thatcher caused the British industry to collapse.
So what's the point of a Labor Prime Minister handing out welfare? It's hard for him not to have a favorable impression of Labor Prime Ministers such as Attlee and Harold Wilson.
After dissolving Parliament, the Conservative Party led by Eden and the Labor Party led by the new party leader Gateske immediately entered the general election.
Rarely, the British government is in the hands of the real cornerstone of the country. In the Cabinet Office conference room, Norman Brooke listened to the discussions of senior Whitehall officials with a calm face.
Which one is more likely to become the new owner of No. 10 Downing Street, the respected Conservative Party leader Eden or the widely supported Labor Party leader Gaitske?
"It's hard to say, the current situation is treacherous and we cannot make hasty judgments." Frank shook his head slightly and said, "Our money, oh no, taxpayers' legal tax revenue, cannot be wasted on useless things."
"At the Ministry of National Defense, all the military services are scrambling. If the new government can no longer adopt a strict attitude on military expenditures, I think we will welcome the arrival of the new minister." Lawrence smiled slightly and said, "Of course.
We all acknowledge that necessary military investment is the only way to safeguard British interests, and I think Alan will definitely support me."
"Support? Oh, yes, that's right." Alan Wilson was stunned for a moment and then said without missing a beat, "Of course we have to take into account the interests of all parties and carefully come up with a perfect solution. There is an explanation for all parties, although this and
Confidentiality has nothing to do with it, but after all, it is better not to let ministers interfere with the normal operation of the country. Having said that, if we have to face new ministers, I wonder if the distinguished gentlemen are ready?"
"I think what Allen said makes sense. We should think about how to deal with different ministers." Norman Brook said with satisfaction, "Alan, what are you doing that is of great significance and will give the ministers a sense of accomplishment?"
Proposal?"
"There are four to five million Indian immigrants in British Kenya, who have a major influence there. However, according to our observations, local black people have a bad impression of Indians and think that they are outsiders. This view is also a fact. I
I have carefully looked at the immigration policy and discovered the loopholes in it. Once something happens to Kenya or it has to become independent, the status of these Indians will be very embarrassing." Alan Wilson said with a smile, "If the new foreign secretary doesn't mind,
Solving this matter will give him a great sense of accomplishment."
"Very good!" Norman Brooke nodded appreciatively and looked at the others, "We must make the ministers feel a sense of accomplishment, otherwise they may use their excess energy with nowhere to put it."
"For example, translucent nurse uniforms and toilet paper scattered on the floor." Alan Wilson couldn't help laughing.
"Haha!" The Cabinet Office conference room was suddenly filled with a lively atmosphere. Happiness is contagious.
"Overviewing the overall situation, looking back at the past and present, taking into account the average level of the ministers, and analyzing and summarizing, it may be possible to think so." Norman Brook took a breath, "To sum up, in summary, this is an obvious one.
fact."
"Yet they still claim to represent the public opinion and the attitude of the voters." Frank concluded with a contemptuous tone.
"The level of the ministers is perfectly matched with the level of the voters. Without ignorance, the operation of the government is that the ministers find solutions from the plans we provide and make the most professional self-decisions through our guidance."
Norman Brook explained noncommittally, "You all have to do your job well and don't let me worry about your minister. Now it seems that Allen has an idea. Everyone should also think about how to face the minister."
"Yes, Sir." All senior Whitehall officials nodded in unison. It was time to prove their reliability.
"This can also be regarded as an exam to kill the selfish and inappropriate ideas of the ministers." Norman Brooke raised his wrist and glanced at the time, "How about staying for a drink?"
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! "Sir, let's go." Everyone understood and stood up to leave. Everyone was very busy and stopped working hard for this country all the time. Let's take the Ministry of Interior
He said that he still has to be busy with activities in the cultural industry.
Eder had not yet officially taken office, and he happened to be dragged into this gathering by Alan Wilson to talk about the evils of colonialism in a relaxed environment.
This party included Vivien Leigh, as well as Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor who were at the peak of their acting careers. They were quite high-profile and had exotic charms, such as Ms. Xia Meng.
But from Alan Wilson's point of view, there are only women who have ridden on rockets before, who are on rockets now, and who will ride on rockets in the future.
"Vivian, you look so good." Gloria Garson praised Vivien Leigh without hesitation, "The career development is also enviable. I didn't expect you to come to this cocktail party."
"Gloria, you are also very charming." Vivien Leigh's eyes moved, sweeping over the man who was talking nonsense in the distance, and said with two minds, "No matter how well we maintain, we can't compare with Hepburn and Taylor.
Oh, by the way, this is Xia Meng. I'm going to bring her to the European and American markets. Ingrid's film company and United Artists Pictures are preparing to shoot a spin-off about the 007 series. It will be based on the Pacific battlefield and tell the story of...
to Pearl Harbor Intelligence."
This prototype of historical facts in this time and space is of course instilling in Edel that Alan Wilson would rather kill three thousand people by mistake than let one go. "In fact, the local environment is much easier than that in Malaya. There were Chinese who wanted to develop the industry before."
You are right to warn us about moving to a place where we cannot go. The front line of confrontation has nothing to do with Britain. If the colonial government insists on doing the opposite, bankruptcy and liquidation will be around the corner."
It is normal for a big comprador in Malaya to want to go to a place with a majority of Chinese people and run his own sweatshop. As an outsider, Alan Wilson can understand it, but he cannot take risks with his own industry.
In particular, Scam Island is strictly prohibited. No matter what reason or excuse, if you dare to ask for money or life in this matter, then Alan Wilson will really kill the disobedient person.
"British East Africa has insufficient troops. After recruiting indigenous people from the colonies in Oceania to join the army, they will be deployed in Africa. And the British troops in Africa will withdraw part of them to supplement the British troops in the Middle East and Germany."
Alan Wilson was thinking and calculating, "The level of development in Africa is low, so the islanders will not think too much about it. As for contacting Australia more after taking office, the Mountbatten Group has quite strong connections in Australia. If necessary, they can
help."
"Secretary General, when will I take office?" Edel expressed understanding and then asked when he would leave.
"It's best before the election results come out." Alan Wilson said with a smile, "We don't want unpleasant changes, right?"
Ms. Xia Meng came all the way and was not familiar with the place. The Executive Undersecretary in charge of diplomatic affairs, adhering to the principle that a visitor is a guest, allowed Ms. Xia Meng to deeply understand the concept and personally received her.
Xia Meng was seasick and needlesick, but she tried her best to cooperate with Alan Wilson's diplomatic work. The guests and hosts were harmonious and had a great conversation.
Alan Wilson also took the time to address the common position of the United States on France's actions, saying that now that the United Kingdom is in the midst of a general election, it is indeed not the right time. All issues will be answered by the new government when the election results are known.
This reason is legitimate. Now the UK cannot react. If it is about its views on the Soviet Union, the candidates of the two parties may still give it a try. Taking a stand against France will not help the general election.
In June, legal voters walked out of their homes one after another, preparing to cast their sacred vote in the fourth general election after the general election. All polling places were overcrowded. Like the last election, the situation was quite anxious most of the time, between the Conservative Party and the Labor Party.
In an evenly matched situation.
The Labor Party gained an overwhelming advantage in Scotland, but was at a disadvantage in England. The anxious situation continued until the end. The Conservative Party led by Eden defeated the Labor Party by a margin of 33 seats, and the Labor Party's continuous rule came to an end.