Age of Rebirth

"Boom!" With a sound, the tableware in Roosevelt's hand fell on the table. This was a subconscious movement after a great shock, and the rosy color on his face disappeared instantly. Jeffrey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, The general, White House Chief of Staff Joelna, and several secretaries all held their breaths and looked at Mr. President worriedly.

"Mussolini is also involved!" Roosevelt said to himself, "We have another enemy!" After muttering, he started to eat breakfast very calmly, and he didn't seem to be affected by this amazing news. mood?

However, at this moment, Roosevelt was already in turmoil in his heart, and he was still trembling in his bones. He was not too shocked that Italy joined the war against the United States. After all, Germany, Japan and Italy signed the The Axis powers of the Covenant, facing the United States, which is now clearly at a disadvantage, if Mussolini didn't take the opportunity to step in and get some benefits, he would not be Mussolini!

What Roosevelt was most worried about was the situation he least wanted to see, that is, the three Axis countries attacked the United States at the same time, and the Italians got involved. There was nothing to be afraid of. The Chinese army has experienced the virtues of the Italian army. Compared with Germany and Japan, it is at most a mangy dog, and it is nothing to be afraid of!

The Axis powers declared war on the United States at the same time, so coordinated military actions were logical and reasonable. The consequence of this was that their plan to repel the Japanese first and then face the Germans would lose any effect!

"It's really worse! This declaration of war by the Axis powers has a psychological impact on the people in the United States. It is far greater than a piece of paper!" Roosevelt chewed the bread in his mouth, thinking like chewing wax, "This declaration of war. Definitely It must have been made by some lunatic Hitler! Sure enough, it is vicious and insidious enough. Before the war started on a large scale, Hitler wanted to destroy the American will to resist!"

Under the watchful eyes of several subordinates, Roosevelt finished his breakfast, which he did not know what it was like. After the unrelated people retreated, Roosevelt said to Jeffrey: "The Italians have joined the war against the United States. It is not surprising. But this declaration of war has a huge impact on the morale of the domestic army and the people!"

"Also, whether the Axis powers will unify their military operations this time is the most important thing. The three fascist countries declared war on the United States at the same time. As for us, none of the countries expressed their attitude, even superficial solidarity. The United States claims to be Where the headquarters of the Confederate States is located, but without allies, this is the most pathetic thing!"

There was sadness in Roosevelt's tone, and Admiral Jeffrey comforted: "Mr. President, you are not so pessimistic, at least. Countries such as Britain, New Zealand and Canada will still stand up and express their support for us!"

Such childish consolation, even Admiral Jeffrey himself did not believe it. Britain, now even its old nest is gone, except for the royal family and the government-in-exile who have taken refuge in the United States, it is just empty shelf. New Zealand, I am afraid that in today’s In the world pattern, even the smallest chess piece is not counted. Even if the New Zealanders let go of their voices, no one can hear them!

Even if you hear it, it’s just noise. As for Canada, it’s just a follower and younger brother of the United States. I’m afraid the sound of talking is not much bigger than that of New Zealand. Looking around the world, compared with the luxurious lineup of the Axis countries, the United States really does not have a strong, Enough allies, the imposing world power, the powerful United States, mixed up with the current position, Jeffrey couldn't help feeling sad and sad!

Roosevelt naturally said this, and his loyal subordinates were comforting himself, but this comfort made him even more sad. He didn't want to discuss this issue further, so he changed the subject and asked: "Jeffrey, the declaration of war by the Axis powers, It has been more than an hour, what is the attitude of China's Tang Qiuli, after all, he is a member of the Allied Powers, and he also serves as the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces Headquarters!"

Roosevelt knew very well that in the current world, the only person who is capable and important enough to stand up for the United States and have a huge impact is the actual ruler of China, Tang Qiuli. If the Chinese speak out, it is better than 1 Thousands of small characters like New Zealand and Canada!

Tang Qiuli didn't need to do anything, as long as he ordered the independent division troops in the Indochina Peninsula to attack the islands in the Southwest Pacific and kill the Japanese, he would not dare to do anything on the west coast of the United States under such circumstances. Landing operations, so that the United States still has a slight chance of winning against the Germans, and even took advantage of the advantages of local operations to drag the Germans to death!

"As a member of the Allies, Tang Qiuli must stand up on behalf of the Chinese government and express his attitude. This is a responsibility and an obligation!" Roosevelt was even a little angry, as if Tang Qiuli would not stand by the Americans. Outrageous, as if I'm sorry for all the American people?

With Roosevelt's political experience and ability, he shouldn't have thought so. However, facing the declaration of war by the Axis powers, it is obvious that he has lost his sense of proportion and lost his previous wisdom and shrewdness.

Admiral Jeffrey hesitated for a moment before replying: "Mr. President, after reading the declaration of war by the Axis powers, I, in the name of the chief of staff of the U.S. Supreme Command during the war, sent separate letters to Jiang Zhongzheng, Chairman of the Military Commission of the Chinese Government. And Tang Qiuli, send a telegram, hoping they will express their attitude towards the declaration of war by the Axis powers!"

"How did they answer?" President Roosevelt asked eagerly, regardless of praising his subordinates' ability to handle affairs. The attitude of Jiang Zhongzheng, the nominal number one in the Chinese government, is irrelevant. Even if he supports the United States, it has nothing to do with the overall situation. I don't know, the current Chinese government is just empty air, the most important thing is Tang Qiuli's attitude!

With a trace of bitterness on Jeffrey's face, he replied: "Jiang Zhongzheng called back immediately. His attitude was very clear. He strongly condemned the declaration of war by the Axis powers against the United States, and said that the government of the Republic of China, firmly It is the responsibility and obligation of a member of the Allies to stand on the side of the United States and jointly fight against the fascist invasion!"

"However, Jiang Zhongzheng also stated in his reply that this is only his personal attitude. Based on his personal relationship with the U.S. government, he entrusted Tang Qiuli, the vice chairman of the Military Commission, with full authority to deal with all matters related to the Chinese government's foreign operations. Qiuli's attitude is the attitude of the national government!"

The chairman is quite clever in playing this game. He knows how important he is. The current national government, any major external affairs, if it leaves Tang Qiuli, it will not be a fart, even if he is right Americans are very emotional, but emotion also requires strength. How can beggars help billionaires?

I'm not that stupid to use my hard-earned family property, the Central Army, to express my deep feelings with the Americans. Now, the National Government's confidant's big problem is the growing power of **, but this does not prevent the committee members Long, sell the Americans a short favor, and then push the difficult things on Tang Qiuli's head, kill two birds with one stone!

The eagerness in Roosevelt's eyes became more and more serious, "Jiang Zhongzheng's attitude is irrelevant, what matters is Tang Qiuli's attitude!" He stared at Jeffrey and said.

"Until now, Tang Qiuli has not replied to the telegram!" Jeffrey replied with a sense of frustration.

Roosevelt's eyes were shining brightly, and he hurriedly ordered: "Jeffrey, in the name of the US government, send a telegram to Tang Qiuli immediately, explaining what we need most now! It is moral support , is to fulfill the obligations of the Allies!"

In the Indochina Peninsula, Yangon, the independent division commander, in the office, Tang Qiuli looked at the second telegram from the Americans and smiled playfully. It means that Colonel Chen Feng, the director of the communications department, is also there, and the atmosphere in the room is very relaxed.

After Tang Qiuli read the telegram, he handed it to Tang Qiusheng. Tang Qiusheng glanced at it and said in his usual unhurried tone: "The Americans are attacked everywhere, and Roosevelt is in a hurry to go to the doctor! He is very shrewd and knows that you are here The weight in the national government was not asked to ask the chairman, but to you, teacher, what do you think?"

"What do you think? The Americans are anxious to get angry, what does it have to do with us?" Tang Qiuli sneered, and said to Chen Feng: "Director Chen, call the Americans back, President Roosevelt, as far as I, Tang Qiuli, are concerned , the relationship with the United States cannot be said to be harmonious, your country’s General MacArthur, what he did during his garrison in the Southwest Pacific, you must also know the details, so I won’t repeat it!”

"Let's put justice in perspective, the current China has been impoverished and weak for more than a hundred years, and has no power to look outside, let alone participate in the disputes between the world's great powers. , but it is powerless to deal with the war that is taking place on the other side of the Pacific Ocean, therefore, the Chinese government maintains a neutral attitude towards the Axis powers declaring war on the United States, and does not make any statement!"

"Brother Qiusheng! Is it appropriate to answer the Americans like this?" Tang Qiuli asked his cousin with a smile after dictating the telegram.

Tang Qiusheng couldn't help laughing, "Master, you are pouring a bucket of cold water on Roosevelt! He should have a high fever, but why did you single out that guy MacArthur?" He was very puzzled.

"It's just that guy doesn't like it! Let Roosevelt give MacArthur some trouble!" Tang Qiuli said relaxedly, "Brother Qiusheng, when we first entered the Indochina Peninsula, MacArthur used to make tricks and stumbling behind his back. Ah, I, Tang Qiuli, have always been a grudge!"

This is just what Tang Qiuli said on the surface. In fact, whether it is now or in later generations, he has absolutely no affection for MacArthur, who hates China until his death. With Roosevelt's hand, MacArthur will never be able to Turning over is just taking the sheep by the hand.

He can guarantee that after seeing his call back, Roosevelt has the intention to strangle MacArthur to death!

(to be continued) (to be continued...)