In fact, Pesik-Lawrence himself now really wants to return to his native country. This is all due to curiosity that killed the cat.
Because local newspapers, guided by some indescribable reasons, had a sudden increase in negative news about British India. This made Pethick Lawrence, the Minister of Indian Affairs, also have a certain degree of curiosity.
So last week, Pesik-Lawrence, who couldn't restrain his curiosity, definitely went to the Ganges. After that, he had a complete intuitive impression of the British India that he nominally managed.
The Minister of Indian Affairs chose a festival and came to the edge of the Ganges. He was deeply impressed by the huge crowds of people he saw. The dirty river water and the mountains of meat bathing in it shocked the distinguished Minister of Indian Affairs.
There are many people lying directly by the river. Those old people come to wait for death. Firstly, they have no money to stay in a hotel. Secondly, because according to the custom here, as long as they die on the bank of the Ganges, they can scatter their ashes into the Ganges.
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And if they die on the way after leaving, they will miss the Ganges River, so they will not leave here no matter what. They eat and live on the shore every day, waiting for death to come!
The entire river bank was filled with stench, and densely packed human excrement could be seen, which reflected the Indians in the turbid river water. Countless little black people were soaking in the river water, and some people could be seen shivering due to the cold.
The men are shirtless and only wear a pair of shorts. They are of all ages, mostly old, very fat or very thin, rarely in between. The women are all wearing sari, and only middle-aged and old people dive into the water with their gray hair and
The gauze clothes and scarves were tangled together, and they came out after taking two sips. No one smiled, and no one was talking. Everyone soaked and drank water without saying a word.
Some people immersed themselves in the Ganges River, scooped up the water respectfully, and then poured the water from their heads. Others were gargling with Ganges water. The important thing is that there were people on the bank excreting in broad daylight.
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He held his buttocks with his hands and performed indescribable behaviors. As for the bonfire further away, Pesik-Lawrence found out after asking about it that it was for cremation.
The burning continued, and the stench was overwhelming. People poured spoonfuls of spiced grease on it, making the smell even more suffocating.
This experience left a deep impression on the Indian Affairs Minister, Perthick Lawrence, of the British India under his management. Now he just wants to return home and does not want to continue to make false pro-people actions in British India.
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Sir Barron certainly knew about the changes before and after. Because Pesik Lawrence wanted to satisfy his curiosity and had never been to India, it was natural for someone to arrange where to observe Indian customs. Of course, the person who made the arrangements had been there all the time.
Lord Barron who worked in British India.
Now British India is not worth a penny in the eyes of the Secretary of State for India.
It was just the right time to deliver a political achievement at this time, allowing Pesik-Lawrence to return home with satisfaction.
Of course, this political achievement must be real, and the specific things are of course the responsibility of the person involved. Alan Wilson is working on this in Hyderabad, but he is very busy.
During the day, he had to deal with representatives of the major princely states and put forward various hypotheses and solutions. At night, he had to comfort Vivien Leigh, who had crossed the ocean and came to British India alone to serve the empire.
The latter is not an easy job either. Vivien Leigh used the excuse of being unsafe in the past few days to make him not very happy.
Fortunately, Vivien Leigh compensated her in other ways, allowing Alan Wilson, who had been relatively angry recently, to regain his composure and enjoy the services of an international movie queen.
"When will the British-Indian Film Association's affairs be settled? You have to admit it. My husband has never received so much." Vivien Leigh blew on the pillow with a look of resentment, "You are an imperial civil servant, you must keep your word.
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"Vivian, look at what you said. How can I bear to make you feel wronged." Alan Wilson seemed to be filled with indignation stimulated by Vivien Leigh's words, and he patted his chest and said, "When the matter is settled, the British-Indian Screen Actors Association will be established
I will never lie to you about life, I will try my best to do whatever you want."
Alan Wilson may not be greedy for money, but he will not default on his debts when dealing with women. Many people can attest to this. Except for Margaret, who may not have time to compensate, he is very good to women.
Even if he is the future prime minister, he will find opportunities to make amends. As a man, this is what he must do.
At this time in London, a meeting of cabinet secretaries was discussing Alan Wilson's complicated and confusing telegram, which involved various aspects of the two major religions of British Ceylon, Nepal, the Andaman Islands, and British India.
Analysis, and telegrams of the feudal state’s attitude.
There is only one spearhead, the Congress Party, the largest force supporting independence. In front of the Congress Party, even the Muslim League, which also supports independence, can temporarily unite.
"This plan needs to be sorted out. It's too messy." Edward Bridges said with an indifferent expression to the Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Alexander Cadogan, "Alexander, first of all, congratulations on your possible appointment as the representative of the British Empire to the United Nations.
But before that, I might want you to do one thing."
"Sir Edward, please give me your instructions." Upon hearing this, Alexander Cadogan immediately showed his respect and said, "Is this a matter of British India? Although I am the Permanent Under-Secretary of Foreign Affairs, I have no jurisdiction over the Department of Indian Affairs."
"Let's put the matter of British India aside for a moment. I am talking about the matter of Australia and New Zealand." Edward Bridges corrected him calmly, "I believe you should understand the importance of Australia and New Zealand to the mainland.
Of course, now that the two dominions want to be independent, we cannot object, but how to maintain our influence over the two dominions is still a very, very important matter."
After World War I, the power of Britain weakened and the centrifugal force of the Dominions strengthened. The Imperial Conference in London passed a series of resolutions, known as the Balfour Declaration, declaring that the United Kingdom and the Dominions were autonomous communities within the British Empire and had equal status.
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They are not subordinate to each other in all aspects of domestic and foreign affairs and share allegiance to the British Crown. They are voluntary members of the Commonwealth.
Australia and New Zealand are already de facto independent countries, but they are not yet a sovereign country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the British Empire is currently dealing with this matter, how to maintain influence over the two autonomous territories before the two countries become sovereign and independent countries.
"Alexander, now your minister has accepted the new imperial defense plan, which is to withdraw from British India. Now how do we maintain our influence in Asia? Allen's telegram seems confusing, but one thing is very correct.
It is a one-line connection, from Gibraltar, to the Suez Canal, the Middle East, Ceylon and finally to Malaya."
"The importance of British Malaya, the easternmost point of the empire, has been made clear by the Prime Minister and the Foreign Secretary. Personally, I think that once our colonies in Asia disappear, it will be a matter of time before we lose our influence on Australia and New Zealand.
, if British Malaya can retain its influence on the two dominions that will become sovereign countries, it will always exist."
"The most important thing is that Australia and New Zealand can see us at any time!" Alexander Cadogan replied.
"Very good!" Edward Bridges nodded with satisfaction. "Now the participating countries in the Brussels Conference are working together towards this goal. Then your next job in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is to get Australia and New Zealand to accept this
Let them understand that the presence of the British Empire in Asia is a kind of protection for the two countries on the edge."
Seeing Alexander Cadogan nodding, Edward Bridges emphasized, "I believe Australia and New Zealand will not fight, embarrassing His Majesty."
Edward Bridges mentioned Australia and New Zealand, but did not think about whether there would be a war once British India was partitioned.
Even for a cabinet secretary, it is still too difficult to predict the future. After the partition of British India, India and Pakistan went to war over Kashmir. The status of the reigning British king at that time was very embarrassing.
This time, the supreme commander of the armies of India and Pakistan is the King of England, and the officers and soldiers of both armies are loyal to His Majesty. Therefore, both sides of this war can be said to be fighting for the British Empire. Therefore, the identities of the British kings overlap, and there is a conflict between themselves and themselves.
The awkward situation of declaring war.
Before Alexander Cadogan set off, Edward Bridges received telegrams from New Delhi one after another. The telegrams stated that the cabinet ministers had completed their tasks, listened to the voices of all walks of life in British India, and were preparing to return to London.
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Another telegram stated another matter. Some princes were trying to transfer their wealth. The Minister of Indian Affairs, Perthick Lawrence, had already agreed to this request.
And in secret, in the name of the Minister of Indian Affairs, a memorandum was signed with the monarchs of these princely states.
This showed that Britain was willing to help these princely states and transfer their legitimate wealth to Britain.
Edward Bridges saw the telegram and said to himself, "The Prime Minister who is worried about money every day should be happier now."
"This is really good news." Alexander Cadogan also breathed a sigh of relief. "Once politicians gain a sense of satisfaction, they may have fewer things to do. It would be nice if my minister could be more at ease."
"It's your job to make the minister happy. But the Labor Party has been in opposition for a long time and now it is really too energetic." Edward Bridges, "What a troublesome bunch of politicians."
"Yes, the Foreign Secretary is very concerned about various things now and full of fantastic ideas." Alexander Cadogan complained with a bitter face.
"A lot of ideas?" Edward Bridges thought for a moment and said, "How about suggesting that he visit the Soviet Union?"