"Are you so anxious? Is it because the wave of Sudan's independence inspired your memories of the glorious years?" Pamela Mountbatten gave her husband a half-smile, and her eyes went straight into the heart of the imperial commissioner.
"I'm not that kind of person. Who do you think your husband is?" Alan Wilson faced his wife's scrutiny with a sullen face. In the end, he couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Okay, you just need to know.
hey-hey……"
He has a kind of schadenfreude mentality of a small citizen in his heart. His favorite scene is when you say something unhappy and it makes me happy. Now that he is a colonial commissioner, this kind of dark and shameful thought is magnified.
He thought to himself, "I am doing this all for the benefit of Britain. How can this country find an imperial servant like me?"
"You can say whatever you want." Pamela Mountbatten was also clinging to her husband's pigtails. She knew that her husband was always serious about what he said in this regard, and persuasion was useless. It was best to ignore him.
For the British, the partition of British India was certainly very tragic, and the British did stop it.
But the result now is that countries all over the world believe that British India evolved into the partition of India and Pakistan, and it was a deliberate move by the British.
But after entering the British official system, Alan Wilson could understand that Britain had always been keen on merging the colonies for unified management, but colonial policy was destined to cause trouble.
Countries that want to be independent never think that they rely on the suzerain country to obtain anything. They only think that everything should be theirs.
So Nehru declared that although Greater India does not exist geographically, it has always existed in a cultural sense, and it is even larger than British India. The British nose asked why you didn't conquer Afghanistan.
, and then giving it to India is already considered as a favor to Britain.
Indonesia wanted to take over all the Dutch colonies in Asia. This was not enough, and even the British colony of Malaya was wanted.
As for Vietnam's claim, everyone knows that it wants to annex Cambodia and Laos. This is not a secret at all.
The series of colonies merged by Britain will not receive even a little thanks. Since the colonial empire is destined to have original sin, Alan Wilson's idea is much simpler. You don't need to thank you. Whoever becomes independent will be cut off.
Since the fact that British India is vendetta against each other is a bit far away from Africa, let’s choose one that is not too far away this time. Sudan is in Africa, and it will be clearer to observe it up close.
"It's a pity that the Bandung Conference is about to be held." When Alan Wilson and John boarded the Comet passenger plane the next day, they kept lamenting that they might miss the Bandung Conference right before their eyes. This was a pity.
"The conference of newly independent countries convened by Nehru?" John looked at the special plane and said with envy, "It is very enviable to be like you as a colonial commissioner. Pamela has equipped you with
It’s a car that you use alone, no wonder many people are complaining about you.”
"You say I rely on the Mountbatten family? Oh, you don't understand." Alan Wilson said nonchalantly. He didn't need to explain anything to such people who didn't know the truth. The Mountbatten family didn't have him as a son-in-law.
He is just an ordinary member of the upper class, how can he be as glorious as he is today?
He had no need to explain, and instead said, "Washington has tried its best to stop it, but Nehru still wants to convene it. There is no way, but he will definitely regret this day in the future. But I believe that Japan who participated will speak for the United States."
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The Bandung Conference was originally the Asian-African Conference, which was decided by the five countries meeting in Colombo. It was not only a meeting for the awakening of Asian and African countries and anti-colonialism, but also included economic cooperation among Asian and African countries. Of course, Japan, an Asian country, could participate.
In fact, many countries opposed China's participation because many Asian and African countries were very hostile. However, due to India's insistence, China and North Vietnam successfully participated.
Alan Wilson's regret is that he wants to see how the current Bandung Conference is different from that in history. Because the United States has found its agent Japan, and the United Kingdom has actually found its agent Egypt. Farouk I has already
Indicated that he would participate in the Bandung Conference.
There are some differences from the original history, and it has nothing to do with Yugoslavia. Yugoslavia is a European country and has not participated in the Bandung Conference in history. Although Tito is also a recognized non-aligned leader. Now the leaders of non-aligned countries have no part in Yugoslavia.
, Tito even brought Yugoslavia into the Warsaw Pact.
There is also the Gold Coast, which was originally part of the Historical Conference. Because the leaders of the independence movement disappeared over North Africa with the plane, they have not succeeded in their fight for independence so far. Naturally, they have no chance to participate in the Bandung Conference.
It's a pity, he can't just watch the fun, ignore the difficulties of his African colleagues, and he can't ignore Africa's urgent needs because of the high profile of the Bandung Conference, and the colonies are more important to Britain.
Regarding the independence of Sudan, Alan Wilson must provide an example for the independence of African colonies. He does not care how the independent country fares, the worse it is, the better.
Maybe he was trying to save the African people. As far as he knew, when Sudan became independent, blacks and Arabs in northern and southern Sudan started fighting.
If the partition is successful, many fewer people may die. From this point of view, he can now say that he will save Africa.
After passing through Dubai, which was already beginning to take shape, the two of them commented on Dubai while refueling, saying that it would definitely become an aviation center in the future before continuing to fly to London.
If there was no conflict in time, Alan and Wilson would also like to visit their old boss Sir Barron.
As Comet 1 appears over London, Alan Wilson looks out the window at London below.
After the London smog incident, the transformation of London is proceeding in an orderly manner. In two years, many urban areas in London have changed drastically, especially the East End, which was originally a slum area in London.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Alan Wilson has some credit for this, and he has good reason to think so.
Walking out of the airport, Alan Wilson and John agreed to activate their own connections. His biggest connection was, of course, First Sea Lord Mountbatten, who had made a successful visit to the United States and was unparalleled in the limelight.
Sudan's independence is a major event, and it must be ensured that it is in the interests of the United Kingdom. As for how it is in line with the interests of the United Kingdom, the relationship between Sudan and Egypt is too close to be consistent.
Later Egypt has discovered that in the process of driving away the British, it was still tricked by the British. Egypt, with a population explosion and a desert, can no longer become a decisive force. Egypt has been trying to promote reunification with Sudan and establish a
A country spanning the upper and lower reaches of the Nile River; some Arabs in northern Sudan also tried to promote a merger or alliance with Egypt.
Of course, the main purpose of Britain's control of Sudan was to control the Nile Basin and thereby suppress Egypt.
Once Sudan is divided, will North Sudan, which is dominated by Arabs, maintain its independent status and not be infiltrated by Egypt?
This is the primary issue that London considers. After all, the Anglo-Egyptian treaty of condominium administration of Sudan has only been abolished a few years ago. Many Arabs in North Sudan may still have a good impression of Egypt. This is something that must be considered.
The most important thing is, what does the current Labor government think about the partition? Alan Wilson does not think that if British India is partitioned, it is natural that the partition of Sudan will be successful. People have different opinions at every stage of life.
We have different ideas and the decisions we make are the result of comprehensive considerations.
"Did you come back because of this matter?" General Mountbatten looked at his son-in-law who came to the door, and then said with a smile, "It really shouldn't be a surprise. You like to get involved in this kind of thing, and you can also make profits from it."
"Huh? It can also be called preserving the legal property of the British Empire." Alan Wilson changed his statement in front of his father-in-law. This statement cannot be wrong. Everything he did has indeed benefited Britain.
"Just tell me what you think?" General Mountbatten listened to this sophistry casually, neither admitting nor denying it.
"Imitate British India and carry out partition." Alan Wilson's answer was concise and to the point.
General Mountbatten chuckled, with a slightly unsurprised expression on his face. He couldn't help but smile, "That's right. After all, you have a glorious history in British India. It's not surprising that you want to follow the same example now. I
How can I help?"
Mountbatten knew that his son-in-law must have something to do when he came to visit him. This son-in-law was a person who had no profit and could not afford to stay early.
"I want to know what the cabinet's current views are on the partition of the Sudan." Alan Wilson replied straightforwardly. "As for Whitehall, I will go back and see Sir Norman later."
"Isn't Norman working as a carpenter?" General Mountbatten obviously knew something about the idiosyncrasies of the respected cabinet secretary. He thought for a moment and answered, "I will help you find out the cabinet's opinion. You go see Norman."
Man."
As a promising imperial commissioner fighting alone overseas, Alan Wilson has the habit of being keen on contacting other people. Although he cannot meet the respected cabinet secretary, his sense of presence has not disappeared.
Soon he appeared in front of Norman Brooke, listening to the teachings of the British civil servant.
"Alan, it's really gratifying that you can come back." Norman Brooke listened to Alan Wilson's words and looked at his promising subordinates with satisfaction. He seemed to be concerned about the future of the empire no matter where he was.
The behavior was very touched, "I have heard about the Sudan. John has been busy with this matter for the past year and tried his best. Now that I have found you, it can be seen that the determination to safeguard the interests of the empire is there."
, so what result do you want?”
"Partition of Sudan!" Alan Wilson looked at Norman Brooke's eyes and said cautiously.
"Then divide and conquer, that's Whitehall's opinion." Norman Brooke answered simply, but he still left some room, "Of course I don't understand the situation, and this is not necessarily the final result."