Chapter 889

In this time and space, Germany and the island countries did not form an alliance. The Axis countries, that is, the countries in the German occupation zone, plus Italy, all belonged to the European battlefield.

From this point of view, it is not a world war, but a European war.

However, the island country and Germany also have a deep relationship. For example, in the Far East, in the equipment of the island country army, there is a tank. From the perspective of appearance, it is very similar to the German Panther 2 tank. If there is nothing tricky in the middle, I am afraid no one will believe it, and the German amphibious tanks are also very similar to the domestic fireboats of the island countries.

Now, the U.S. Navy is beating a submarine at sea, and the island country jumps out in a hurry, saying that the submarine is an island country. Should the U.S. believe it?

Roosevelt was dubious, and in front of him was his old friend, but he was the president of the United States, and no matter what he did, he had to consider the interests of the United States!

After all, in addition to the unmanageable battlefield in Europe, the wars of the island countries in the Far East have seriously affected the interests of the United States. In particular, the island countries are definitely not satisfied with the status quo. If the island countries go south and expand to the Philippines and other places, it will seriously affect the interests of the United States. Threats to the origin of rubber in the United States, as well as various strategic sources of raw materials, threatens Australia.

So, not only in Europe, but in Asia, the United States is also at risk.

The United States must be ready for the possibility of a world war. Under such circumstances, will it be beneficial to the United States once there is friction between the United States and the island countries?

As the shrewdest statesman, Roosevelt felt more clearly that this would be a good opportunity.

After all, the United States needs to prepare for war, and it needs sufficient reasons. If there is no reason to find it from the Germans, wouldn’t it be better to find it from the islanders?

In particular, the island country is a small place and will definitely not be at an advantage in the struggle with the United States.

Thinking of this, Roosevelt has made up his mind.

"What? We besieged your country's submarine? How is that possible?" Roosevelt said, "I'm sorry, it's time for get off work, and I haven't received any news yet. How about we go have a drink? Waiting for the information in the meantime. return?"

At this time, where is the mood to drink! Nomura Yoshizaburo said: "Mr. President, I solemnly tell you that if our submarine is sunk by your navy, it is an outcome that all of us do not want to see. In our island country, there are moderates, such as me. Yes, there are also a group of arrogant war factions, if this incident breaks out, it will give them more excuses, and I am afraid that His Majesty the Emperor will also agree to some of their demands because of this incident."

Roosevelt's face suddenly turned cold: "Sanlang, are you threatening me?"

"No, no, of course not!" Nomura Yoshizaburo found himself in a hurry and made a big mistake: "As a diplomat who has lived in the United States for several years, I am well aware that the industrial heritage of the United States is incomparable to us. , I'm just trying to avoid the worst, my old friend, you know me well, I don't want the worst."

"You must be thinking too much, let's go, let's go have a drink." Roosevelt, holding a cigar, pushed his wheelchair, and went out first.

Therefore, Nomura Yoshizaburo could only follow, and it was useless for him to be in a hurry.

"I have ordered people to go to the Admiralty to check the news. If there is such an action, they will be stopped immediately." Roosevelt said as he went out: "Also, please also inform your submarine if it is true. If this happens, then your submarine can come up and show your identity, then we will know that it is a misunderstanding, we are indeed looking for the German submarine, but it has nothing to do with the island country."

Nomura Yoshizaburo was depressed for a while. He didn't know the beginning. After all, the telegram sent back by I-74 was only a few words. If he knew, his submarine was originally attacked during the floating process, and then hurry up. If you get into the water, it will be even more depressing.

However, of course he knew that the submarine was already in the water, and it was quite difficult to contact the submarine.

The connection in this era mainly relies on radio, and it is quite difficult for radio to propagate in water, at most it is only ten meters deep underwater.

The connection between the submarine and the base is mainly by going up at regular times every day, then sending a telegram and signing a report every day. Once the time passes and there is no contact, you can guess that there is a problem.

If the submarine suddenly initiates contact, it is definitely an accident. For example, now, when the submarine is underwater, it is impossible to receive information.

Submarines, especially captains, need more self-judgment, which is why.

Nomura Yoshizaburo, who was born in the navy, is quite clear that the current Roosevelt is actually playing sloppy eyes with him!

"Mr. President, for whatever reason or purpose, please immediately order the navy to stop military operations at sea. Now, as the island country's ambassador to the United States, I formally inform you that our island country government is concerned about your maritime affairs. Act, express a serious protest! If our submarine is sunk by your side, it means war!"

Nomura Yoshizaburo had no choice. He had to let Roosevelt know the seriousness of the matter. Roosevelt made it clear that he wanted to delay time and played Nomura Yoshizaburo as a monkey, and Nomura Yoshizaburo would not be fooled by Roosevelt.

Now, he is no longer a friend of Roosevelt, but a diplomat of an island country. He wants to let Roosevelt know how serious this kind of thing is and what terrible consequences it will bring!

If the United States really sank the island nation's submarine, then for the island nation, the group of madmen eager for war will definitely find the most reasonable excuse to convince the emperor!

Roosevelt's wheelchair stopped, he turned his wheelchair and looked at Nomura Yoshizaburo: "Okay, then I immediately order that if our navy really besieges your submarine at sea, let them stop immediately."

Nomura Yoshizaburo is overjoyed. This is the first time he has tried hard. It seems that the effect is not bad. The United States is worrying about European affairs. How can it provoke another powerful opponent in Asia?

It's just that he didn't notice that what Roosevelt said was very clear, if, really.

If the navy confirmed that the siege was an island country's submarine, it would have given up on it a long time ago. Now that it has started, can it still stop?

"Now, can we have a drink?" Roosevelt said.

"Okay, then thank you very much." Nomura Yoshizaburo said politely, followed Roosevelt and walked to the back of the White House, where there was a small bar.