At the critical moment, France still gave it a try. Other colonies could give up, but Algeria, which had millions of French immigrants, was not among them. No matter what, the fight had to be fought.
"Let's start with Cameroon. Cameroon is a trusteeship between us and the British. It just so happens that the British people who manage overseas assets are in Paris right now. Our two countries will work together to promote Cameroon's independence."
De Gaulle reminded him that the manager of British overseas assets was experiencing French culture. After this opera, he had doubts about France's cultural level. At least in the field of opera, it was not as good as Britain's.
The opera rippled over the increasingly loud noise. Everyone in the audience was talking, pushing each other, trying their best to find their seats, and sitting down. The aisles were so crowded that it was difficult to find a place at each aisle.
There was a steady flow of people coming in.
The audience greeted each other, their clothes rubbed against each other, and among the women's skirts and hats were men's black dresses or tailcoats. The rows of seats gradually filled up.
Fortunately, this kind of noise allowed the two men and women, whose identities were not disclosed secretly, to be noticed by others.
Alan Wilson even thought that if he tried it at this time, he would not be discovered by others, and he was even a little eager to try. Unfortunately, Hedy Lamarr simply refused, which was very disappointing.
Otherwise, the heroes had similar views. When Alan Wilson received the notice from France the next day, he said what a coincidence. He was also thinking about the Cameroon issue, but from a different perspective. The French were thinking of German Cameroon.
When the trusteeship time comes, take advantage of the situation and let it become independent.
What he wanted was for Cameroon’s independence not to affect the pace of Nigeria’s independence. “I almost forgot, this is the year of African independence.”
Alan Wilson, lying on the velvet bed, thought of this year, which was also quite symbolic.
To be more precise, the Year of Independence for French Africa has arrived. In this year, after a series of preparations, France almost made all French colonies independent in the same year, except Algeria.
"It hurts me. I won't go to Africa with you." Hedy Lamarr started to complain when she was pinched in pain. Her shoulders were exposed from the quilt, and they were as white as white from satin, but she put a hand in from this angle.
, destroying the awe-inspiring inviolability of a goddess.
"I was wrong!" Alan Wilson has no other merits, but the fact that he decisively bows to authority is not directed at anyone. A man who can bend and stretch has always been a concept he adheres to.
Hedy Lamarr still needs to be coaxed well, otherwise he won't be able to stay in Cameroon for a day. In the end, he has no choice but to say, "How about I let Ingrid and I go to Africa, and you continue to be your female president in Paris?"
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"I'll go." Hedy Lamar's momentum weakened. Although the conditions were a little more difficult, at least she had this man to take care of her. She always had a superior life, but being cared for by a man was not always possible.
Alan Wilson twisted his neck as he discovered the benefits of centrally managing ladies of equal status to his wife.
When communicating with France about the Cameroon issue, the person who received him was a general named Cavour. At this time when the Algerian war had not yet subsided, the French government had a large number of generals. Some French people even believed that General de Gaulle took over the first
In the early days of the Four Republics, France was essentially a military government.
Whether France is a military government or not, no matter what he does as a British person, General Cavour still imitates politicians and is unwilling to speak straightforwardly about his purpose. However, his clumsy appearance shows that he has not done much homework and is willing to do for African independence.
Some work?
"If France has made a decision, Britain is also willing to provide help on the issue of Algeria's independence." Alan Wilson didn't know what the other party was talking about, so he directly raised the Algerian issue.
"It's not Algeria." General Cavour said anxiously. The politician's journey of learning rhetoric has ended right from the beginning.
A flash of pride flashed in Alan Wilson's eyes. From this sentence alone, you can tell that France's attitude towards Algeria has not changed essentially. Just know this.
Soon, General Cavour mentioned the expiration of Cameroon's mandate. Alan Wilson looked unclear, but in fact how could he not know that colonial issues were one of his tasks.
"The Cameroon problem is a big problem, and Britain is also willing to help." Alan Wilson also showed his willingness to help. He did not know that De Gaulle was prepared to touch Britain to cross the river and had already decided to shrink.
But he also had the idea of crossing the river with France. Alan Wilson knew that the independence of French colonies and British colonies were not the same thing, at least in Africa they were completely different.
The independence of the British colonies was truly independent. Apart from economic, trade and language relations, Britain left little influence.
French colonies are different. Most of the independent countries in French Africa are only nominally independent. Even in the early days of the end of the Cold War, France made moves to expand French-speaking areas in Africa, which led to the Rwanda massacre.
He also wanted to learn from France's advanced experience in maintaining the influence of former colonies. The thousand-year friendship between Britain and France should be passed down from generation to generation. Witnessing Cameroon's independence this time is a good opportunity.
Although Alan Wilson has tried his best to turn the colonial situation into a win-win situation, maybe after learning this time, it can become a triple-win situation. Every country has something to offer, and Britain must not be arrogant, so that it can achieve long-term and even transcendence.
"It would be great to have the cooperation of the UK." At least on the surface, after Eden's visit, the relationship between Britain and France has been consolidated. General Cavour still understands the general situation and welcomes the UK's assistance on the Cameroon issue.
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Alan Wilson nodded and said he would return to London, and then went to British Cameroon to deal with this issue. After all, part of Cameroon was in British hands. He now wanted to go back to get information to see what valuable things Cameroon had.
How did you realize it before?
By the way, we should also study the French mining law. Not all French African countries are desert countries with nothing but yellow sand. Cameroon’s natural conditions are quite good, and oil resources have been developed due to the development of the Gulf of Guinea.
However, in French African countries, the resources are not their own, they belong to the French. If you don’t understand the French mining laws, you won’t be able to find opportunities to make profits.
In recent months, the world's diplomatic field has been turbulent. The United Kingdom has mobilized all its diplomatic capabilities to strike hard at Iran and later Germany. This behavior has made the United Kingdom the focus of the world stage.
It's a pity that this has nothing to do with Foreign Secretary Macmillan. The Prime Minister personally cares about foreign affairs issues, and the Foreign Secretary can only care about some less important diplomatic issues. Macmillan was going to go out to relax and took out Alan Wilson's plan to visit India.
, preparing to visit India to consolidate the special relationship between Britain and India.
Alan Wilson, who had just returned, learned of Macmillan's idea and greatly agreed, "The Indian issue cannot be taken too seriously. It is very admirable that the minister is willing to pay attention to this issue."
"Alan, do you need to be added to the visiting list?" This was the first time Macmillan saw the Deputy Secretary praising him so much. He asked Alan Wilson slowly if he also wanted to join.
"Well, I really want to go, but the issue of Cameroon's independence may have an impact on the Dominion of Nigeria." Alan Wilson looked embarrassed and answered unwillingly, "I can only wait for another opportunity in the future."
Are you kidding me, going to India? Alan Wilson dares to go to any country in the world, except India. The Wilson line that caused the Goa problem is almost included in the Indian textbooks. If he goes there, he may become the second Gandhi.
Just because he doesn't go to India does not mean that India is not important. Even the United States recognizes the importance of India.
In order to compete with the Soviet Union for influence, and to penetrate into South Asia and expand its own interests without damaging the relationship between the United States and Britain too much, the attitude of the United States towards India has experienced from not paying much attention to increasing importance, from mainly providing economic and technical assistance.
In the process of expanding to include military assistance, U.S. foreign policy has changed with changes in regional situations and international relations, as well as considerations of its own interests.
During this process, the United States has never treated India as an equal, and has rarely met India's requests for assistance. Military assistance often has attached conditions, and it is even less willing to take the stand on the issue of aid to India. It does everything possible to hope that the United Kingdom will assume the main responsibility.
When it comes to the Indian issue, the United States usually chooses to let the United Kingdom take the lead in confronting the Soviet Union, and it can hide and seek on the issue of aid. After all, the United States is not the stupid big brother of the Soviet Union, and it really can't do anything to lose money and make a fuss.
"But Minister, based on my understanding of India, the Minister may face several problems during this visit. One of them is extremely important. Don't be fooled by Nehru." Alan Wilson decided to remind Macmillan,
"On the issue of the northern border, it will be very complicated once we take a stance."
"I know this very well." Macmillan nodded. Britain once had ambitions to be the roof of the world, but that was based on the fact that British India was a British colony. Britain's attitude changed after India became independent.
On the contrary, the United States has always stood by India on the issue of the roof of the world. In 1951, the United Kingdom also opposed the United States' proposal on the roof of the world at the United Nations. However, the United Kingdom was not the Soviet Union, and in the end it only opposed it in principle.
"The minister's excellent diplomatic experience naturally does not require any reminder from me." Since this issue will not become a problem, there will be no other problems. Alan Wilson directly wished Macmillan's visit a complete success.