Chapter seven hundred and eighty sixth sword drawn
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Morocco is located in the north and atlantic Ocean to the west. Its important port Tangier, the gateway to the Atlantic Ocean into the Mediterranean Sea, has an important strategic position and has become a key place for European powers to compete for. Since the 20th century, France has rapidly expanded its powers to Morocco and has made great efforts.
Carry out economic penetration, control Moroccan finance, and divide its sphere of influence in Morocco with Spain, which greatly damages Germany's interests in Morocco. For Germany, whose economic and military strength are rapidly expanding, it is naturally not allowed to sit still.
France has expanded in Morocco!
As early as when Britain, France, the United States and Russia formed an allied country, Britain and France divided the colonies of North Africa to avoid conflict! France promised not to interfere with Britain's actions in Egypt; Britain recognized that Morocco was France's sphere of influence. But this
Infringed on Germany's colonial interests in Morocco. In February 1905, France asked the Moroccan Sultan to carry out "reforms" under French supervision, in an attempt to make Morocco a "protective country" of France. This further aroused Germany's opposition. German Emperor William
The II immediately claimed that he would visit Tangier, Morocco on March 31, and welcome the four "Helgolan-class" battleships that returned home here! At the same time, the German Emperor William II also claimed that Germany would maintain Morocco's independence.
, the great powers had absolutely equal status in Morocco. Then German Prime Minister Bernhard von Bilo suggested to all countries participating in the 1880 Treaty of Madrid to submit the Morocco issue to international conferences for discussion. The Treaty of Madrid stipulates that all foreign countries
The trade rights and other rights enjoyed by its citizens in Morocco should be equal.
This remark from German Emperor William II also made France very dissatisfied. France had already attempted to include Morocco in its own colonial system. However, Germany jumped out to compete at this time, hoping to eat France into its mouth.
The fat meat was being dragged out, and of course France would not agree! Fierce conflict broke out between Germany and France, which made the war in Europe become increasingly dark!
"Father, ministers, we cannot compromise and give in, the sword of Germany. We need to open up enough land for the German plow! Let's take a look, the Chinese are expanding their power around the world. They swallowed it.
The fertile and rich South Ocean, swallowed the Middle East with abundant oil, and now it has gained Mexico. What about our Germany? Over the years, Germany's expansion has been almost stagnant, and we cannot continue like this. Originally, China was just
Germany only supports the British chess pieces in the Far East. But now this chess piece has developed stronger than us. This is a complete shame for Germany. Does China really have the strength to challenge Britain and France? Not because
Our help! Now, Germany can no longer continue to give in. We should remain tough on Britain and France! Only in this way can we get what we want!" At the imperial meeting held by German Emperor William II, Crown William spoke loudly.
Speaking of which, compared with China, Germany's foreign expansion seemed much slower. Morocco was a key direction for Germany's expansion, and Germany paid a considerable price for this. Now, the French actually wanted to swallow Morocco.
When you go in, this will undoubtedly make Germany's previous investment waste. The German rulers certainly don't want to see all this happen! Crown Prince William is the vanguard among them!
"Your Majesty, Morocco's geographical location is very important. The British occupied Gibraltar and have held the door to and from the Mediterranean. If we can get Morocco, or the northern part of Morocco, we will be able to compete with the British.
Therefore, we cannot lose Mexico!" Count Alfred von Schrieffern, chief of staff of the German General Staff, also expressed his attitude in a strategic sense!
"Your Majesty, the empire provided loans of hundreds of millions of marks to the Moroccan government. The French have controlled Morocco's finances. If Morocco becomes a French protector or even a colony, the empire will suffer great losses!"
Prime Minister Bernhard von Bielou also suggested!
"Where is the Navy? What about the Navy's attitude?" German Emperor William II looked at Navy Secretary Alfred von Tirpitz.
"Your Majesty, the most important enemy of the Navy is not France, but Britain! However, if you want to fight against France, the Navy can easily send all the French warships to the bottom of the sea!" Navy Minister Alfred Von
?Tirpitz said proudly. The German Navy now has 12 advanced new battleships, and there are four on your way to your country, while the French Navy has only four "Breton-class" battleships. Of course,
If there is a war between France and Germany, then Britain will definitely intervene. The number of battleships in the British Navy has also increased to 14, which is not easy to deal with!
"What if the British were involved?" asked Emperor William II of Germany. If we only had to deal with France, Germany would not be so cautious. Germany's economic and military strength had long surpassed France in all respects. Whether it was mainland China, it was
If the navy wants to defeat France, there will be basically no problem. However, France is one of the members of the Allied Powers. If Germany attacks France, Britain, the United States and Russia will probably declare war on Germany with France. At that time, the world war will
here we go!
"Your Majesty, the British will not be involved. They are not ready for war! Especially their army, in the Middle East War, the British lost a lot of army, and have not recovered yet. They can use it
, it is just a navy. Moreover, Britain's war strength has not yet accumulated to its peak, and they will not rashly get involved in the war at this time! Similarly, we are the same. Therefore, as long as we start a war,
The French will definitely retreat!" Navy Minister Alfred von Tirpitz said affirmatively!
"Very good, then do it! Send a note to the French government and ask them to stop their operations in Morocco, otherwise the war will come to France! At the same time, the navy is ready and we will visit Tangier, Morocco as soon as possible!" Germany
Emperor William II said firmly that if Germany wants to rise, war is inevitable. Didn’t the Hohenzollern family, able to lead the Prussian Kingdom and establish the same Germany, also experienced three wars? Now, Germany needs to use the same
The way to achieve sufficient benefits for Germany!
The German war notes immediately made France express great dissatisfaction. Germany's rise almost stepped on Germany. In the French-Prussian War, France was defeated and Germany was unified. Moreover, Germany obtained five of the five that Germany obtained from France.
The war reparations of billion francs have become an indispensable financial support for Germany's rapid development. Now, history seems to be about to happen again, which makes the French who have always wanted to avenge their shame very angry. The French government has not yet
When the statement was made, protests from French radicals from all over the world had blocked the Elysee Palace!
"Gentlemen, look outside the window? The people are roaring. France's interests and dignity have been challenged. We can no longer continue to give in!" French Foreign Minister Teophile Del Casse was also loudly speaking to the point of view.
The president and cabinet members expressed their views. He advocated being tough towards Germany! Because of geographical relations, the north has always been a key direction for France's outward expansion. Since the Napoleon period, France has been actively working with other countries.
Fighting for North Africa! Egypt and Morocco are also the key development direction of France. However, Britain has great advantages in Egypt. Therefore, after signing the treaty and establishing an Allied State, France recognized Britain's interests in Egypt. In exchange,
It is the United Kingdom that recognizes France's interests in Morocco. At the same time, Spain also has many interests in Morocco, but the already weak Spain has not been seen by France at all. Therefore, after France thought it could swallow Morocco,
I couldn't wait to turn Morocco into a French protectorate. But I didn't expect that Germany actually jumped out at this time and wanted to compete with France for this fast fat!
"So, do we have to be involved in a war?" French President Clement Armand Falier said with a frown.
"His Excellency the President, the Germans have sent us a war note. And, German Emperor William II is about to set off to visit Tangier, Morocco. If neither of our countries concede, then war may not be avoided!
” Prime Minister Emil Conbu said!
"His Excellency President, His Excellency Prime Minister! France is not afraid of war! As long as we defeat the Germans, we can reproduce the glory of the Napoleon period!" Foreign Minister Teophel del Cassie shouted. The Napoleon period was a way to make all France
In an era when everyone is proud, they almost became the masters of Europe. However, that period was far away from them. But this did not prevent many French people from wanting to make France rise again!
President Falier ignored the clamor of Teofele del Cassie and looked at the Minister of War Louis Andre and Minister of Navy Charles Camille Pilatten. If war really is to be fought, they will both
Human opinions are very important!
"His Excellency the President, the Middle East War has only ended for two years and the army has not returned to its best condition. If we fight with the Germans, it will be difficult for us to win!" said the Minister of War Louis Andre. The French have been defeated in Germany.
Once in the hands of people, and the German Army has always been known as the world's number one, which has left the French Army with an indelible shadow in their hearts!
"His Excellency the President, the Navy has only four battleships, while the Germans have 12, and the other four are also on the way back home!" Navy Minister Charles Camille Pilatten also reminded! (To be continued. If you
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