Chapter 197: What were you doing earlier?

A dozen military and political officials gathered together at a table and talked into the phones in front of them. The conference room was full of noise. The door opened and Roosevelt was pushed in in a wheelchair. The scene immediately became quiet and everyone put down their phones.

"I just received a telegram from Prime Minister Churchill. He expressed deep indignation at the German submarine attack on an American cruiser and expressed that Britain is willing to work with the United States to defend the free world. Prime Minister Churchill suggested forming a free world alliance composed of Britain, the United States, and China. It seems that

Mr. Churchill and I thought of going together. I suggested that Mr. Churchill call the Chinese president for consultation on the three-nation alliance. Before the leaders of China and Britain reach an agreement, I think you should be able to come to a general conclusion. So,

Please tell me, how can I impress the Chinese president and make him willingly join the Three Kingdoms Alliance?"

After Roosevelt's opening remarks, the free-flowing character of this meeting emerged.

An officer raised his hand: "According to statistics from the intelligence department, the size of the ground forces of the Chinese National Defense Force is approximately 5 million, the air force is 500,000, and the navy is 400,000. It must be admitted that China has a powerful modern army. No matter where it is deployed,

Either camp is enough to change the world structure. The latest intelligence shows that the Chinese are fighting well in Central Asia and the Far East. They have been on the offensive, and they have also achieved good results before. Representatives of the military observation group were fortunate enough to visit

After entering the prisoner-of-war camp, I came to the conclusion that about half a million Soviet soldiers became prisoners of the Chinese. My conclusion is that no matter what, China cannot be allowed to stand against the United States. They are much more powerful than we imagined.

, our intelligence personnel in Germany have proven with facts that the tactics adopted by the Germans in Europe originated from China."

Another person raised his hand: "As of October, based on the official figures released by China, the results are as follows: China's steel production has reached 35 million tons, of which the total output that can be used for military steel rolling enterprises is no less than 10 million tons.

.China’s oil reserves are 20 million tons, and China’s annual oil production is about 30 million tons..."

A naval officer raised his hand: "In May next year, the Chinese Navy will have two Huguang-class battleships in active service. By then, the total tonnage of the Chinese Navy's battleships will reach 400,000 tons, and the total tonnage of the aircraft carriers will be 250,000 tons. Our intelligence personnel found that,

Jiangnan Group, China's largest shipyard, once again placed new orders with steel companies before the new battleships were about to be delivered. These orders were enough for the company to produce eight aircraft carriers, or three Huguang-class battleships as the Chinese called them. Because no such ships were found.

The orders placed by the company to special steel rolling mills include special steel used in the manufacture of large-caliber artillery, and intelligence personnel concluded that the company has received orders from the Navy for at least five aircraft carriers with a displacement of not less than 40,000 tons."

"The Sino-US joint venture Wuhu Military Industry Group's production tasks next year are 500,000 7mm caliber semi-automatic rifles, 200,000 7mm caliber submachine guns, 20,000 mortars of various calibers and 3,000 artillery pieces with a caliber above 75mm. China is in

Wuhan also has a sizable military industrial enterprise. Combined with this factor, the size of China's ground forces may reach 8 million in the next year."

The last speaker was Hopkins, who was deeply trusted by Roosevelt, but what he said was not pleasant. "Franklin, Fang Jianxiong is full of disappointment and resentment towards the United States. I must remind you of this. From Leighton Stuart

After combining the telegram sent back by the ambassador with the above intelligence analysis, we concluded that it is impossible for the Chinese government to form an alliance with the United States and Britain, at least until the Chinese army has not won a decisive battle, it will not make peace with the United States.

The reason for Britain's alliance is very simple. The current Sino-Soviet war has not put unbearable pressure on China's industry and national economy. Fang Jianxiong's character and style determine that he will not seek an alliance with the United States.

That is to say, the current US government is unwilling to give him what he wants and will not make concessions."

"What do you think he wants?" Roosevelt remained silent and listened quietly with his chin in his hand. He did not speak until Hopkins finished speaking, and then looked at the other side with a disappointed look in his eyes.

"The conclusion is that Fang Jianxiong will not give up the fight for control of the Pacific, or in other words, he has a bottom line in his heart. The bottom line of China's maritime rights and interests. We don't know where this bottom line is. The reason for saying this is that China is withdrawing from

After the Washington Naval Treaty and the London Treaty, the strength of the Chinese Navy's surface ships more than doubled. It is obvious that this is not simply directed at Japan. From Fang's perspective, it is not difficult to see that the existence of the US Pacific Fleet is to contain

Japan is a maritime threat. Now that the United States is going to join the war, and after declaring war on Germany, Japan, and Italy, there will be a decisive battle between the U.S. and Japanese navies in the Pacific."

Hopkins spoke slowly, and every word seemed solemn. China's steel production is already the second in the world, and China's navy is enough to compete with the Japanese Combined Fleet and the U.S. Pacific Fleet. Even in terms of the number and tonnage of aircraft carriers

It is already ranked first in the world for the time being. This does not include the several aircraft carriers that may start construction.

The Chinese Navy's enthusiasm for aircraft carriers seems to be very high, which the U.S. Navy did not take too seriously at first. As Japan moved south and the Prince Wilson was sunk by an aircraft, the power of the aircraft carrier was proved. The U.S. Navy only paid attention to the carrier.

With the industrial capabilities of the United States, as long as the government can afford it, the U.S. aircraft carriers can lead the world in a year at most.

This conclusion deeply disturbed Roosevelt. The U.S. political system determined that once the United States entered the war, it would not include China, a powerful ally that is entangled with U.S. interests. This would not be good news for American voters. For political reasons

Therefore, Roosevelt contacted Fang Jianxiong as soon as possible, but he did not expect to receive such depressing news.

"Is it really difficult to convince the Chinese side? Then make more concessions in terms of economic assistance!" Roosevelt asked again. Hopkins shook his head affirmatively and said: "This is a difficult task! The Chinese side has always been

A leader with a strong will, we judge that what he told Ambassador Stuart is the final conclusion."

"From a purely military perspective, China is not yet ready for a two-front war. After Japan obtains the interests of Nanyang, it is not a big problem to arm a hundred divisions within half a year. And Japan is in the Far East.

There is also a piece of land as a springboard! Fang will not tolerate his country falling into a situation of being attacked from both sides before solving the Soviet Union’s imminent crisis!”

"This is really a bad conclusion!" Roosevelt muttered, completely forgetting all the tricks he had secretly done to restrict China.

"Yes, this conclusion is depressing! The only good thing is that the Chinese side and his family have huge interests in the United States. One of his wives is an American! We think we can start from this aspect to promote the Chinese side

We can join the Anglo-American alliance earlier! We can also consider mediating the Sino-Soviet war!" What Hopkins said was the comprehensive opinion of a group of think tanks, but this opinion is not very optimistic in his heart. Mediating the Sino-Soviet war,

What have you been doing? When the war broke out between China and the Soviet Union, the mainstream of American politics seemed to be very happy to see it. President Roosevelt only expressed regret and did not take any more positive actions. Now that the United States is about to join the war, it is only then that China is remembered.

Importance. In this sense, the United States' withdrawal from the Philippines was a major mistake! The ultimate consequence of this mistake was that it directly caused Japan to move south without pressure. China, on the other hand, has always regarded anti-Soviet as its own responsibility, and the relationship between China and the Soviet Union

In fact, the two countries have always been in a state of hostility.

There was also a meeting in Fang Jianxiong's office. Of course, it was unpleasant for a group of big bosses to be woken up late at night. However, no one who could sit in Fang Jianxiong's study for the meeting would feel any dissatisfaction with the other party's president. Instead, they felt honored.

"Okay, I have to tell you some good news. The United States is going to join the war. Roosevelt wanted China to join the Anglo-American alliance, but I rejected it. This decision was made long before the Sino-Soviet war started. Now everyone can discuss it. We

At what time should we join the Anglo-American alliance?"

"President, all the elites of the National Defense Forces are now in Siberia and Central Asia. Your decision is wise! When to join the war depends on the efficiency of the reserve forces. If there is no response, there may be no less than three attacks from the Japanese land.

Before the attack of millions of troops, we will not consider the issue of alliance." Xu Shuzheng simply expressed his support for Fang Jianxiong. As the chief of general staff, he had a full understanding of the current situation of the Chinese Army.

Fang Jianxiong turned his attention to Zhang Xiaohuai, and he was responsible for the situation of the newly formed troops.

"President, current nationwide statistics show that the number of recruits recruited by each province is about 1.2 million. The quality of these soldiers is quite good, and they have received at least five years of compulsory education. Based on past experience, the training of recruits is at least

It takes three to four months, and the time required for technical arms is six to eight months. There is an issue that must be paid attention to. The fifty infantry divisions currently used to defend against the Japanese, except for individual units, the remaining recruits are

Eighty percent. I have an idea to put these newly formed troops into the battlefield as soon as possible and replace some of the old troops that have been fighting for a long time to rest. It will take about six to eight months for all the newly formed troops to be able to go on the battlefield.

Once. The benefits of doing this are obvious, and the disadvantages are also obvious, so we need to be cautious." After Zhang Xiaohuai finished speaking, he glanced at Jiang Fangzhen.

"Now that the Americans think of dragging us into trouble, what have they done?" Jiang Fangzhen started with words of gloating, and everyone couldn't help laughing. "Okay, let's not mention this. I think Runong's suggestion is very good.
Chapter completed!