Rebirth of the Spanish Empire

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"Then why did His Majesty buy the Virgin Islands when he was in Denmark?" Rather asked.

Bart: "Everyone knows that the opening of the Panama Canal has added another channel between the Pacific and the Atlantic. Compared with the Strait of Magellan in the south, it is even more incomparable. The Panama Canal is the American version of the Suez Canal. It is The entire new artery of the Americas. In this case, as one of the most powerful countries in the world, shipping occupies the most important transportation component of Spain. Of course, Spain cannot turn a blind eye to the location of this channel in the Caribbean. And if it wants to It has a place there, so how can it be taken seriously without territory, and the emergence of hurricane military exercises in the Caribbean now proves that His Majesty had already decided on the idea of ​​Spain entering the Caribbean at that time, and then easily conquered the Virgin Islands. There is a place where warships and cargo ships settle.”

"It means that His Majesty's idea is to participate in the actual control of the situation in the Caribbean and let Spain join the ranks of the European powers Britain, France and the Netherlands that have territories there?"

"Yes, Russell, you are right, and that place can be regarded as a base point, a stronghold that can radiate the spread of Spanish influence. In this case, counting, except for North America and the Asian continent, all regions of the world They already have a Spanish presence.”

Rather obviously didn't want to continue on this issue. Of course he also knew that this issue already involved Spain's future planning. To broadcast it openly to audiences in Spain, even part of France and Portugal, he In fact, I was very nervous, because if I said such words and revealed something that conflicted with the interests of Spain and the Spanish government, then I would not get any good results.

Rather: "Then let me ask Principal Steve, we..."

"What" "This is what happened" "Hurry up, hurry up"

Just when everyone was deeply attracted and wanted to listen to the questions and answers from the two presidents of the two most famous universities in Europe, suddenly something came out from the radio that was no longer the program just now, but It's some noise.

At this time, Aiselin frowned like everyone else and looked at the sound transmitter dissatisfied.

She is also someone who cares about current affairs and politics. She used to like reading military books and taught political courses honestly. As a student at the School of Political Science at the University of Madrid, he felt extremely moved after hearing the opinions of his dean and principal. She admires her, but there is still a small doubt in her heart, that is, what the dean said may not be what your majesty thinks. With your majesty's intelligence and sophistication, he certainly knows what others want. In this case, your majesty will Are you stupidly waiting for others to guess his intentions? Also, why didn't His Majesty go to Caracas in person this time? Given the importance His Majesty paid there in the past, he should have gone to South America in person. She was very puzzled, but she was ready to wait until the next class. When the time comes, ask Principal Bart your questions again.

"I'm Lasse." Lasse's voice came again, which made Aiselin satisfied and wanted to listen to the conversation again. But Russell's words made her stunned.

"I am Rather. I have just received the latest news that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense have requested to be released to the people immediately. I have no choice but to suspend today's program. Please forgive me. The news I just received was in March 1909, just past. On the 29th day, at the request of our ally, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the ruler of the Kingdom of Najd in the Arabian Peninsula, our country, Spain, will purge its close allies of the Sharma tribe of their traitors. Now Our army has reached Haf Abatin. In the following time, I will announce the latest progress every hour, please remember to pay attention."

"Huh" Rather, until he finished speaking, he was still extremely shocked. Oh my God, there was actually a war?

"Lather, even you don't know this news." I realized that at some point, Bart, Steve, and others who were still in the studio were already standing next to me.

"I don't know either"

Bart's eyes flashed when he paused, and he said: "It seems that we forgot something during the broadcast just now, that is, the Eight-Nation Press Conference has another purpose, and that is" Looking at other people looking over, he smiled in his heart , said: "I provided a very good opportunity to divert attention in order to deceive others."

While they are still talking here, the world outside the studio is now filled with war-like remarks.

"I want to join the army, I want to go to the battlefield and serve my country, oh, to reach all the enemies of Spain"

"I also want to join the army and I also want to serve Spain."

"I am a man, and the army is a man's world. Fighting is a matter for men, so women are exempted."

"Nonsense, women can join the army, we can go to the battlefield, we can say that we need to be able to trap people, we can make food for everyone, and don't forget, I am a spiritual counselor and I also learned from my mother "Medical Skills"

"Then, just be an army doctor and follow us to the opponent's position."

"Why don't you go home quickly? It is said that your brother has already reported to the army. Come over quickly."

At this time, a person interrupted the conversation between the two.

"Grandpa Katin, is it true what you said, that Franco is going to the battlefield?"

"Yes, go back quickly, say goodbye to him, and then come back to uncle."

"Well, Najib, hurry up, or you won't be able to see Franco later."

"I got it, Kelly, it's true, you are the most impatient of the three siblings. No wonder Franco said you need to be more patient..."

Seeing the two children jumping towards his old friend's house, he sighed, "Well, if he hadn't had his left leg broken by those terrorists in the war, he would still want to go to the battlefield now. "Go on, but" looking at his feet, the only thing left was Ling Ren's anxious information coming from the radio.

"I hope that Franco will become stronger more quickly after being baptized on the battlefield. I really hope that the military and political genius I personally called out will have what status in Spain or the world in the future. However, Regrettably, I don’t know if I still have time to see this day. Francisco Franco, Francisco Franco, I don’t know, can you let me see that day?

In Buckingham Palace in the UK, King Edward VII threw the cigar he was smoking on the ground after hearing the news. Next to him, in addition to Prime Minister Asquith, there were also Foreign Secretary Edward Gray and Finance Minister Law. Together with George, Secretary of Commerce Winston Churchill, Secretary of War Richard Haldane, and Secretary of the Navy John Arsnot Fisher.

"Ahem, prime minister, tell me. Ahem, cough, cough."

"Your Majesty, it seems that this matter has been planned for a long time. Originally we estimated that their target was the Kingdom of Siam, but now, they caught us off guard. It turned out to be the Arabian Peninsula. They are really unpredictable."

Asquith had to sigh at the broadness of the other party's thinking. Even when he received this, he was thinking that if the German Empire had also tried this trick with him, then Britain would never be as calm as it is now. However, it would not be so convenient for Germany to transport troops. After all, there were many Spanish strongholds there, but except for some island colonies in the Pacific and Shandong of the Qing Dynasty, the German Empire had no place to dock its ships, and Spain's Not to mention Africa, there are Pas, Port Hedland, and the Cocos Islands in the East Indian Ocean, and then in the Persian Gulf, there is the free trade trial area signed by Ottoman Turkey, Spain and Italy, Hasa, where warships can dock. , which is incomparable.

"Your Majesty, Prime Minister, I think, actually, this is not a bad thing." Churchill's words made everyone look over.

Seeing that his goal had been achieved, he followed up: "Let me ask, have we ever fought a war with Spain in these years? No, we have never had a sword-to-arms encounter with them. On the contrary, now we still have an alliance. , although this is temporarily hidden. As for the relationship with Spain, I think it is definitely not an exaggeration to describe it as complicated from our perspective. We are worried that Spain will be too powerful to contain, but the interests dictate I chose to be friends with them, but I still have worries in my heart. In this case, why don't we use this opportunity to see how effective Spain is, which has not had a war for decades? Let's make an assessment of Spain's overall military." Churchill's confident look made everyone infected by him. Asquith was secretly proud after seeing the admiring looks from others. He seemed to have made the right choice.

Churchill continued: "If they are defeated by the Saudi family all at once, I think our alliance with them in the UK can be torn up. If the Sharma family only has such a little territory, they can help them quickly. If the counterattack returns to Riyadh, I think the relationship between the two countries can be closer. In short, this battle for the Kingdom of Najd is the best testing ground for us to see clearly the Spanish military capabilities."

"However, don't forget that our interests are also there. If Spain rapidly expands its power there, for us, it will not be as simple as a strategic ally. This also involves them threatening our real interests. I hope Everyone needs to think more carefully." Admiralty Minister Fisher's words were obviously aimed at Churchill. Everyone knows the relationship between the two. Churchill's advice to reduce the navy's budget angered Fisher. This matter was even more so in the British government. Everyone knows it. Of course Edward VII also knew it, but he pretended not to hear the tone at all. Other Asquith identities were too embarrassed to interrupt.

However, there was no change on Churchill's face. He was still the same old god. He said: "Don't forget, we can also appear as mediators. Didn't that guy Ibn Saud refuse to get closer to us before and wanted to fight on his own? World, maybe Spain can help us this time? By then, Spain, the three major families in the Arabian Peninsula, supports the Rashid family, we support the Saudi family, and the Hashemite family supported by Ottoman Turkey will form a three-power structure. , that’s what we need most”

Others were also moved, and the silence on their faces clearly agreed with Churchill's statement.

A few hours ago, Harv Abatin.

"Hello, Chief Rashid, I am Field Marshal Compos from the Spanish Ministry of Defense. I am the top Spanish commander who came to the Kingdom of Najd this time" (To be continued.