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Chapter 845: Make Britain Great Again (First Update, Please Subscribe)
February 12, 1955, was destined to be an unforgettable day for the British. Because of the time difference, the British were still asleep when the artificial satellite was launched from Nanyang.

Only a few people watched until about two in the morning and heard the news of the successful launch of the rocket. If there were firecrackers, they would have set off firecrackers and fireworks at night to celebrate.

But the best they can do now is cheer in the bar.

In the early morning, when people woke up and turned on the TV and radio, all major TV stations were broadcasting the news of the successful launch of the "Commonwealth Cooperation 1 Satellite" by the Commonwealth. This news also occupied the front page headlines of major newspapers.

Although there are no photos or pictures, the film is still on its way back to the UK. Because the distance is too far, even if it is transported by air, it will take until this afternoon for the photos to be delivered to the UK.

Faced with this good news, the whole of Britain immediately fell into a carnival - Britain launched the world's second artificial satellite!
Of course, it is also the first artificial satellite in the free world!
Especially since the United States had just suffered a defeat - when they were sleeping, they were still discussing the failure of Americans, but when they woke up, the topic of discussion became the success of Britain!
Regardless of people's class, Britain's artificial satellite has become a hot topic of discussion.

The ruling Conservative Party Churchill Cabinet also confirmed this major news in the early morning. Churchill, who had rarely appeared in public and was slowly resigning, once again dragged his heavy body to the door of 10 Downing Street.

With a cigar in his mouth, he announced, "This is not only an important milestone for the space industry of the UK and the entire Commonwealth! It is also a symbol of Britain's greatness again!"

When Churchill once again extended his scissor hand to the world, his action triggered public opinion around the world.

This was all so unexpected.

After the Soviet Union was the first to enter space, the United States responded repeatedly but failed one after another. Just when people were shocked by the failure of the United States, Britain, which was thought to have become a secondary role, successfully launched their satellite.

While people were astonished, they couldn't help but sigh at the old saying: A lean camel is bigger than a horse.

On the other side of the ocean, in the United States, the news that Britain had successfully launched an artificial satellite also caused a strong response.

Naturally, public opinion was in an uproar, but amid the uproar, there was more bitterness!
After all, the United States has just suffered a defeat, and this slap in the face... hurts!
However, despite the disappointment, the US government still expressed congratulations on the UK's successful satellite launch. But whether it was willing or not, only the Americans themselves know. After all, this big mouth was even paid for by the United States itself.

Of course, only Eisenhower and a few others knew the inside story, but the bitterness in his heart was reflected in the congratulatory telegram. Even the congratulatory telegram was sent to the Commonwealth, not Britain, and of course not Southeast Asia.

Politicians...it's inevitable that they all have some little thoughts.

However, Churchill, as the instigator of everything, just laughed at Eisenhower's little tricks.

"The failure of the Americans is a perfect contrast to the success of the British Empire! Great Britain is awesome!"

Naturally, the Conservative Party also gained popularity as a result of this news, and successfully won the hearts of the people again with the help of this news. It must be said that Churchill was very good at understanding the people's hearts. He knew that the British didn't care at all whether the rocket was British or the satellite. All they cared about was whether there was the British Union Jack on the rocket and the satellite.

Fortunately, the Union Jack of our great Britain was painted on both the rocket and the artificial satellite, and the reporters from the BBC used their ancestral skills to take many photos at very tricky angles - but only the Union Jack of Britain could be seen.

Their photos are still the kind without filters.

British scientists analyzed the advantages of the Wanhujiao Rocket Launch Center in Nanyang from a scientific perspective, as well as its benefits to the British space industry, and expressed their support for Downing Street's wise decision.

It seems that British public opinion and Downing Street are intentionally or unintentionally sending a signal to the British people - we cooperate with Nanyang only because the location there is better. "My Great Britain is invincible..."

After learning about the British people's attitude, Li Yian naturally expressed his understanding. He could understand the reactions of the British people. After all, as the former world hegemon, Britain could not help but feel a little unwilling. Such excitement was actually a commemoration of its past glory.

Historically, it was not until 1971 that Britain successfully launched its first artificial satellite. However, by that time, four of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council had already succeeded, leaving Britain alone. As the former world hegemon, Britain was naturally embarrassed.

Even if it succeeds, it will only be fifth!
What Fatty Qiu said was that Britain should leave in the most dignified way... In fact, leaving has never been dignified. This is just words used by the British to deceive themselves, just to save face.

Now, when all British people know that Britain is inevitably leaving, the successful launch of an artificial satellite following the Soviet Union is naturally like a good medicine for the British people's injured self-esteem. Although it may not necessarily inspire their cooling imperial ambitions, it can comfort their lost souls. So, no matter how you look at it, this is a good thing.

Of course it should be celebrated!

In public opinion, it was attributed to Churchill and his Conservative cabinet.

But Li Yian knew that all this was entirely due to himself.

Not only Li Yian knew it, Her Majesty the Queen also knew it. On the evening of the 12th, Wanhu Cape was filled with a cheerful atmosphere, cheerful music echoed in the night sky, and people were dancing on the dance floor.

At this moment, the place has become a sea of ​​joy. There is no difference in status or position. There are only people celebrating to their heart's content.

The king was no exception and was also celebrating.

Once again, Li Yian was pulled into the dance floor by Elizabeth, and the two of them danced to the music. As they danced, Elizabeth seemed very happy. When the song ended, they walked out of the dance floor, but Elizabeth did not stop. Instead, she continued to walk forward, talking as she walked.

"Everything today reminds me of Victory Day, when Mary and I left the palace together..."

As Elizabeth walked, she talked about how she and Margaret had fun with the people on the streets of London that day. It was the first time for them to walk out of the palace and spend time with the people after they grew up. They talked about the interesting things along the way and how she was anxious to find Margaret after they got separated. After confirming that Margaret was "missing", she fell into a long period of self-blame.

In this way, the two of them walked and talked, and unknowingly came to a rocket launch pad. On the other side of the launch pad was the beach and the sea.

Then the two of them chatted. In fact, for her, such an opportunity was very rare. After all, she didn't have many friends around her, and no one would listen to her talk. After all, the king had no friends.

In fact, the reason why she came to Nanyang this time was that she wanted to have a good chat with her sister to release the suppressed dissatisfaction in her heart.

Now, after drinking a few glasses of wine, Elizabeth also regarded Li Yian as her confidant and confessed her inner loneliness to him.

Standing next to the rocket launch pad, Elizabeth looked at the sea and said helplessly.

"…So, I have always envied Margaret, her life, her adventures, her freedom, and even the love she has. As a king, freedom has nothing to do with me since the day I became the crown prince."

(End of this chapter)