While the U.S. military power was stretched 10,000 kilometers away, the current Prime Minister Attlee also had a much greater demand for the United States. In the four-nation occupied areas in Germany, because the Soviet Union increased its troops in the Soviet-occupied areas, Britain and the United States
France also expanded its garrison accordingly.
Europe is a battleground for all parties, and even if a war breaks out in the Far East, this will not change.
In view of this, the UK has to increase its investment in military strength. This is a painful and happy situation.
On the one hand, Britain's increased military investment will definitely drag down economic development. Even if this investment is not for participating in the war, on the other hand, it also proves that Britain is still an indispensable part of today's world situation.
And after a short communication, now Washington and London, Britain and the United States all believe that Britain's imperial industry plays a strategic role in the global balance dominated by the West. This is indeed the case, and revolutions may break out in certain areas of important strategic value.
Therefore, in the changing environment, British and American foreign policy indeed continue to use imperial industries and strategic bases, even though Britain's strength has been relatively weakened.
The war in the Far East has given Britain more room for maneuver, but Britain's vigilance against the United States has not diminished, but has grown even more. This is because Britain has warned of the expansion of the war in advance.
The indifferent attitude of the United States and its refusal to heed advice made London realize that the United States in 1950 was completely different from the United States in 1945. The United States had adapted to its role as a world hegemon and was becoming more and more powerful.
It is warlike, and its policies are increasingly leaning towards preemptive strikes.
There are some worrying aspects. The Soviet Union may overreact to U.S. pressure and destabilize Europe at a time when the international community is preoccupied with Asia.
But between Britain and the United States, Britain is the relatively weak party after all. Even if there is dissatisfaction, it must work hard to manage the differences between the two countries.
If Alan Wilson knew that the respected Prime Minister thought this way, he might think that Attlee was too greedy. The current situation is much stronger than in history. He is not bound by the United States to join the war, so what else do he want?
From the British perspective, the Cold War turning into a hot war is definitely not the outcome that the British want to see. However, in 1945, the British were ahead of the Americans and were the first to express hostility to the Soviet Union, and successfully defeated the defenses of Greece and Turkey.
The problem falls to the United States.
The world is such a big chessboard and there are so many players. The UK cannot take all the benefits without paying any price.
If this could be done, there would be no reason for Britain to decline. How could the United States and the Soviet Union perform on the stage today?
As for Japan, with the approval of the American occupying forces, it hoped that the British colonial government of Malaya would release Japanese prisoners of war. Although it cannot be said to be a small matter, compared to the war, it is indeed not that big.
After discussion with the distinguished Prime Minister and the distinguished Foreign Secretary, the matter was handed over to the British colonial government of Malaya to resolve. A repatriation itinerary was formulated with the Japanese side.
"The Americans are fighting in the East, and the pressure on Europe's defense is increasing. Emmanuel must be happy." Attlee suddenly seemed to remember something when he said this, "Morrison, still remember the previous one?"
A report on the triad nuclear strike force?"
"Of course I remember, General Mountbatten was a staunch supporter of that report." Morrison nodded, obviously knowing the report very well and must have read it.
"I was not willing to invest in it before. The proportion of fiscal expenditures and military expenditures was too high. But now it seems that it is impossible not to invest. What we lack in the triad nuclear strike is investment in submarines and land-based missiles. The strategic air force no longer needs it.
Too much investment." Attlee scratched his large, smooth forehead and said helplessly, "Okay, let's discuss it with the Secretary of Defense. One-sided support for the Air Force will not work. To ensure the security of the British Empire, military expenditures must be balanced."
If it weren't for the Soviet Union's covetous gaze, Attlee would have wanted to abolish the Army. Throughout history, Britain has never maintained such a large-scale ground force in peacetime, but it cannot do so now.
Defense Secretary Emmanuel is definitely happy with the investment in the military, and maybe several sea secretaries are happy too. Although it has nothing to do with surface ships, the submarine project is enough to make people aware of it.
In Kuala Lumpur, Alan Wilson, who has long regarded the telegraph as instant communication, learned from the respected Fourth Sea Lord Mountbatten about the subsequent impact on Europe when the United States was deeply involved in the Far East War.
The result is that the triad nuclear strike force, which was not taken seriously before, at least not now, has been supported by the current cabinet.
In Alan Wilson's view, this is a good thing, because this money will be spent sooner or later, so it is better to start it when the United States is fighting a war and has no time to take care of it. The longer the delay, the more investment will only increase, and it will be easy to give up halfway.
News that Britain may increase military spending to 1.2 billion pounds next year, 1951, has been circulating within Whitehall.
Although Alan Wilson was not in Whitehall, he had been keeping in touch with the outside world by telegram, so he naturally heard the news.
After searching my past life memories in my mind, I seem to remember seeing similar data somewhere. Because of my participation in the war and the expansion of ground forces confronting the Soviet Union in Europe, during the years of the Korean War, the British
Military spending soared to 1.5 billion pounds.
This is of course much less than the 20 billion military expenditures converted into U.S. dollars during World War II. According to the current exchange rate, it is only 4 billion U.S. dollars.
In this way, there were no ground troops sent in the Korean War, and coupled with these miscellaneous factors of time and space, British military expenditures were reduced by 300 million pounds.
"Even so, with 16 million pounds to support the development of Asia, Canada and Australia are still involved, isn't it?" Alan Wilson had an impression of the frugality of this government. When spending money, search
Sou may be scared of debt.
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It drove Britain to the point of hanging.
The alloy tube project has just come to fruition, and now it is necessary to increase investment. Moreover, Alan Wilson also knows that research on the alloy tube project is still continuing, and hydrogen bombs are being studied.
Originally, after the Japanese representatives left, Alan Wilson was going to discuss the matter with several Chinese people who were optimistic and considered reliable.
But I tried to contact Ali Khan before, and now there is feedback. Ali Khan’s son Saif has arrived in Kuala Lumpur. Alan Wilson seems to have met this son. Who made Ali Khan have many sons? I can’t remember clearly.
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It is said that the most trusted heir has gone to Pakistan, and the son he trusts now is the one in front of him. He wears a beard that can also be described as sexy, introducing his identity.
On behalf of the former Maharaja of Hyderabad and current Chief Minister of Hyderabad, Ali Khan came to meet with the supernumerary minister.
"I am personally very sad that my friend Maharaja Ali Khan lost his kingdom." Alan Wilson expressed his indignation at Hyderabad being annexed by India with a sincere face and no false intentions.
"Commissioner, I always hear my father mention you. Although the British were very irresponsible when they evacuated British India, my father can also understand your personal help to Hyderabad for a long time." Saif immediately replied,
"The friendship between father and commissioner will not fade because of this incident."
"This is the best." Alan Wilson nodded with satisfaction, "I wonder what your Majesty thinks of the future."
"My father is still the Chief Minister of Hyderabad, but now Hyderabad is very sad for my father. When necessary, my father wants to leave India and go to live in the UK. Anyway, my father is already prepared for this day. There is a father in London.
Huge wealth."
That's true! Alan Wilson nodded, he knew this wealth very well, gold, gems, cash, plus some stocks. Several billions. The development of British Malaya now particularly needs, well, Ali Khan himself
The territory is particularly in need of gifts from the monarch...
"Actually? Your Majesty, haven't you ever thought about expressing your love and care for thousands of people in another place?" Alan Wilson stuttered, and finally showed a look that you know, "I don't know if Saif
Do you have a certain understanding of the origins of the Iraqi royal family?"
The hint was so obvious, Saif's face suddenly became extremely shocked, which turned into surprise, and he hurriedly said, "Dear Commissioner, is there such a place in the British Empire?"
"To be honest, the world's environment has changed. It's not as easy as before. If the Maharaja wants to be the ruler of a country, it may be a little difficult. But finding a place with a status similar to Hyderabad?" Alan Wilson was reserved.
He looked at the other party and said, "There are actually nine sultans in British Malaya. We can think of ways to do this. And there are several places where monarchs do not exist. You know Saif, and the local Malays also
Believe in the Peace Cult. Of course, this is just my idea, you can listen to whatever you want..."
Don't just listen to it. Saif said anxiously and proactively, "Commissioner, you are my father's best friend. The friendship between the two of you even surpasses the traditional relationship between Britain and India. My father will definitely be happy when he hears this news."
Very happy.”
"Oh, it may be very difficult. You also know that the world situation that the Iraqi royal family is facing is not the same now. It may cost money, and it will cost a lot of money." Alan Wilson looked embarrassed,
"Although it is said that your money is used to do your thing, you still have to be mentally prepared. This matter is not easy."