Chapter 458 Some Are Happy and some Are Worried

"Don't be too happy yet, I still want to give the results to Ottawa and Washington." Alan Wilson said this for no reason, implying that there may be changes in this matter.

The public opinion is ready, Newfoundland is a geomantic treasure, and the two immediate neighbors want to control it in their own hands.

The rebuttal is simpler. Compared to the British mainland, which is separated by the Atlantic Ocean, two close neighbors will only interfere in Newfoundland's internal affairs. From the perspective of maximizing interests, if you have to choose one country, of course it is the United Kingdom.

The result of the referendum is not without incident. The problem lies in the Labrador region. Newfoundland and Canada have always had disputes over the scope of Labrador. Of course, Canada's biggest concern, like the UK, is that New Zealand The merger of Finland and the United States will turn the land dispute between Newfoundland and Canada into a territorial dispute between the United States and Canada, which is very detrimental to Canada.

There is no need to worry about these matters now. London naturally has a professional team to handle them. In fact, after becoming a royal territory, Newfoundland's situation will be similar to that of Greenland, a Danish territory.

In the telegram to Ottawa, the explanation to Canadian Governor Harold Alexander was using Greenland as a metaphor, and also informed the results of the referendum that the citizens of Newfoundland were still resistant to merging with Canada. Eventually it was chosen to be converted into a royal domain to maintain autonomy.

Harold Alexander is the current Governor-General of Canada. Alan Wilson feels that communication is possible. This governor-general with a military background will definitely explain the situation in Newfoundland to Canada.

The reason for this judgment is that Alan Wilson knew that Harold Alexander had been made Count of Tunisia. In recognition of its contribution in the world war, it is already a part of the aristocratic group, and it should understand the importance of Newfoundland.

As for the telegram sent to London, it was very business-like. Just follow the normal official document format. The two heads of civil servants both knew what was going on in Newfoundland. Even if they didn't think Alan Wilson had anything to do at first, they now understand.

Having done all this, Alan Wilson is relieved that things are now effectively over for him in Newfoundland.

On the night the referendum results were announced, Alan Wilson made an affectionate broadcast to express his love for this land. During the broadcast, he made it clear that after being converted into a crown domain, the Newfoundland Parliament was about to restart and George VI would be replaced. With the approval of the world, the state of autonomy was restored.

Regarding the poaching faced by Newfoundland's fisheries, Alan Wilson proposed a solution, saying that Newfoundland's environment is similar to that of Iceland, and the two places should establish a positive interactive relationship.

Iceland is a territory of Denmark.

Having achieved independence in 1944, Alan Wilson mentioned Iceland's role. It's because Iceland's main industry is fishing, which is similar to Newfoundland.

In terms of natural resources, Iceland and Newfoundland are incomparable. It can be said that the fishing grounds are the greatest wealth in Iceland's hands.

During the broadcast, Alan Wilson also bluntly stated the similarities between Iceland and Newfoundland, as well as the fact that Iceland's basic conditions are worse than Newfoundland. Under these conditions, Iceland will definitely be better than Newfoundland in safeguarding the interests of fisheries. Be more proactive.

This is indeed the case. For decades after the war, Iceland's economy relied on fishing, and it had several conflicts with neighboring countries because of this resource, including the famous "Cod War" with Britain.

Alan Wilson feels that if Newfoundland faces the future as a crown territory, it can also strive for a policy similar to Iceland, which would be good for Newfoundland.

Iceland is actually the origin of the two-hundred-nautical-mile exclusive economic zone claim. It is precisely because Iceland does not have any good resources that it has been very aggressive on the issue of fisheries.

Some people may not understand that the fishery resources around these two islands were still very rich at that time. How could they be easily allowed to become independent? The main reason is that the concept of exclusive economic zones does not yet exist. Whether it is the fishery resources around Iceland or the fishery resources in the Newfoundland fisheries, they are all resources common to all mankind. As long as you have the ability to drive the fishing boat through, you have the right to fish. Cod.

European countries such as Spain and Portugal have been fishing for cod in Newfoundland waters for hundreds of years.

Since its independence, Iceland has begun a series of hard operations to protect local fishery resources. First, a three-nautical-mile coastal no-fishing zone was established in the name of protesting "illegal harassment"; then in the 1950s, a four-nautical-mile no-fishing zone was established to protect haddock and plaice.

Then in the late 1950s, the territorial waters were expanded to 12 nautical miles; in the 1970s, the territorial waters were upgraded to 50 nautical miles, and then the world-leading exclusive economic zone of 200 nautical miles was established. In order to protect its own fishery resources, Iceland and European countries I don't know how many fights were fought, and they were all classified as "Cod Wars".

Iceland also fought a cod war with the United Kingdom, but now that Newfoundland has become a royal territory, naturally it cannot be considered so simply. Since Iceland has established a three-nautical-mile no-fishing zone, this matter is very simple. Iceland is three-nautical miles away, and Newfoundland is Just five nautical miles.

Because the results of the US election are about to come out, the Republican Party is currently in a state of explosion. Alan Wilson is already preparing to change the focus of his work and transfer his main work from Newfoundland to the United States, so he must leave a political achievement before leaving.

"I will discuss several issues regarding the protection of Newfoundland's fisheries with the Newfoundland Parliament, which is about to be restored. Now I have to wait for London's reply." Alan Wilson's tone was quite tough, leaving a message for Newfoundland citizens after the referendum. deep impression.

Although many citizens speculated on what methods the Chief Executive would use to safeguard the interests of Newfoundland's fishing grounds.

But there are no pure secrets in this world. The talk about legislation to expand the rights and interests of Newfoundland's fishing grounds is still quietly spread among the people in Newfoundland. The three-nautical-mile no-fishing zone that has been implemented in Iceland has also become a discussion among Newfoundland citizens. The topic was discussed very heatedly. Since Iceland can do this, Newfoundland can certainly do the same.

The results of the Newfoundland referendum were also transmitted via radio to the Royal Salute, which was sailing to South Africa.

Pamela Mountbatten proudly read out the telegram that had just arrived, "More than 50% of the citizens of Newfoundland are in favor of transforming it into self-government for the Crown Territory. The referendum has ended, and the current results are awaiting a reply from London. Elizabeth, Ai Len got it done.”

"Pamela, let me see how happy you are." Crown Prince Elizabeth smiled slightly and pointed out that Pamela Mountbatten's statement was not objective and neutral at all. "But I believe that many dukes and counts will be happy."

"Of course, the order and cornerstone of the British Empire are finally stable." Pamela Mountbatten said with a smile on her face. The prime minister was just Tu Yile, and her fiancé had to step in at the critical moment.

"Look at this!" Princess Margaret, the god of war with a crooked mouth, couldn't help but feel dissatisfied when she saw Pamela Mountbatten's proud expression of merit. Could it be that what that man said would be considered correct by her sister?

Princess Margaret remembered the scene she encountered that night again, and her face couldn't help but feel a little feverish.

"Actually, converting it into a royal territory is a solution." Pamela Mountbatten didn't notice the situation of love brain, and then expressed her credit for her fiancé, "He is like this, he likes to deal with very difficult problems."

Then why not keep British India? Princess Margaret rolled her eyes, but she didn't dare to say it out loud for fear of being lectured by her two sisters.

She also knew that since the last time she failed to expose the hypocrite, it had become more difficult to save Pamela Mountbatten. She could not fight an unprepared battle and needed to slowly wait for the opportunity.

Alan Wilson didn't know that there was still a princess at sea who was obsessed with me. He was currently reading the telegram from Boston. The results of the US election had come out. Contrary to the expectations of all mainstream media, Truman won.

Dewey won almost every industrial Eastern state except Rhode Island and Massachusetts, but Dewey's advantage was surprisingly small. In some states, such as New York and New Jersey, although Dewey won, it can be said that his victory was narrow due to Wallace.

Shocking election results came from states west of the Appalachian Mountains. Democrats are ahead in the Midwestern states of Wisconsin, Iowa and Colorado.

Even in Dewey's home state of Michigan, Dewey just barely won. Preliminary results from eleven western states show that Dewey only has a certain advantage in Oregon. By midnight, vote counts were coming in in farm areas, still favoring Democrats. By now, the electoral situation is clear.

With Truman's victory and the Democratic Party's victory in the congressional elections, they regained the Senate and House of Representatives, and three new Democratic governors emerged. From any perspective, this was a great victory.

"The most famous photo in the United States is of Truman holding the newspaper announcing Dewey's victory." Alan Wilson finished reading the telegram. The photo was very famous and he had seen it before.

"Okay, dear members, the draft on the five-nautical-mile no-fishing zone has been decided. When the Newfoundland Parliament officially resumes, everyone will vote at that time." Alan Wilson put down the telegram and addressed the committee members gathered here. He said, "My term is not over yet, but the focus of my work may have to shift. After it is transformed into a royal territory, the power of Newfoundland will belong to the citizens. I will not be needed as the chief executive. I will shift the focus of my work by then." .”

Now that the Republican Party is in a state of confusion, Alan Wilson wants to see it, but he won't be able to see it any later.

Just as the committee members were trying to persuade him to stay and talk about Alan Wilson's contribution to Newfoundland, Boris entered the hall with a telegram, "Sir Allen, telegram from London."

"Bring it to me!" Alan Wilson received the telegram again, scanned it, and congratulated the Newfoundland commissioners, "Dear gentlemen, London has recognized the results of this referendum. Now, let's go Let’s talk about Newfoundland’s parliamentary election, I believe everyone can’t wait.”

hehe! The Newfoundland Parliament Building was instantly filled with laughter and laughter, which was completely different from the cursing nanghipi in a mansion in East Asia.