Chapter 845 A Test for William

“Father, in the early hours of yesterday morning, the German government officially declared war on Poland and expelled all diplomatic members of the Polish embassy.

According to intelligence coming from Europe, within about an hour of the declaration of war, at least tens of thousands of German troops took action and crossed the German-Polish border before dawn.

Father, the war is coming. "At noon on October 16, 1935, Arthur listened calmly to the European intelligence reported by William.

"This is something that will happen sooner or later. The explosion of the William II airship may have been premeditated." Arthur nodded and said to William without any surprise.

"Father, are you saying that the Wilhelm II airship might have been tampered with by the Germans themselves?" William couldn't believe it. Could the Germans even sacrifice their own people for the sake of the war?

"Although it's just my guess, I'm afraid this is very likely to be true." Arthur was not surprised at all, as if he had expected it, he looked at William calmly: "

This is just a means by the superior, William. For some particularly crazy people, what does it mean to sacrifice the lives of some people in the country? "

"Then Father, what should we do?" William asked next.

Arthur smiled and did not answer, but returned the question to William again: "What do you think? William. If it were you, what do you think we should do?"

"Judging from the current situation, the French are very likely to join this war. As long as Poland can delay it for three months, the French will make full war preparations and launch an attack on Germany.

If this is the case, we can export a large amount of arms first, as we did in the last war, and then choose the side with greater advantages to join after making enough profits. "William thought for a while and expressed his thoughts.

"I hope so, William," Arthur said with a smile.

"Father, it seems that you are a little pessimistic about the war between Germany and Poland? Do you think that Poland, which has 700,000 troops and a large number of cavalry, cannot last three months?" William asked in surprise.

Although he respected his father very much, he was also surprised that Arthur didn't seem to think highly of Poland at all.

You know, the Polish army has as many as 700,000 people, which is 100,000 more than the current Germans.

Moreover, the Polish army has a large number of cavalry, which played a significant role in the last European war.

"I'm not pessimistic about this war, but I just don't believe in the bravery that the Poles boast about. In fact, weapons and equipment are not that important. As long as the commanders are talented and the soldiers are not afraid of death, the Poles can compete with any country. "It's been delayed for a year and a half," Arthur explained with a smile.

What's more, Germany today is no longer the powerful German Empire it was more than 20 years ago. Although they have long abolished the restriction treaty, the long-term restrictions on the army still affect the combat effectiveness and military quality of their army.

If the Poles are really determined to fight to the death, I even think they can drag down Germany without France's participation in the war.

But the question is, do the Poles really have such perseverance? Unless God himself helps them, Poland's defeat will be a matter of time, and will definitely be within three months. "

"Then Father, if the Polish performance in the war is really poor, will the French help them in time? According to the French people's previous practices, if the French government wants to start a super war, I am afraid it will not get the support of the French people. ." William then asked.

"Perhaps only God knows this kind of thing, William." Arthur smiled, patted William on the shoulder, and replied: "It depends on what those French politicians choose. With national interests as the top priority, France should naturally join this fight. The war, from the outset, limited German expansion.

But if personal interests are paramount, those government officials may not easily launch a war for the sake of the stability of their status. "

Generally speaking, countries with military dictatorships or autocratic monarchies have certain benefits during war.

As long as the ruler gives an order, the country can immediately enter a state of war and mobilize all manpower and material resources nationwide.

But this is different in a republic like France. If the French government wants to declare war on Germany, it is definitely not as simple as issuing an order.

First of all, what competes with the power of the French President is the French Parliament, which can elect the Prime Minister.

If the president recklessly starts a war, the impeachment of Congress will be enough for the French president to drink.

What's even worse is that if a large number of French people are dissatisfied, the resulting marches and general strikes are enough to directly subvert the French government.

As one of the first countries to carry out revolution, the French have a soft spot for demonstrations and revolution.

If people's demonstrations and general strikes are really caused by violating public opinion, not only will their dominance be unsafe, but they will also be placed on France's pillar of shame.

For the sake of their own interests, most politicians will naturally not go against the public's attitude.

This makes it very difficult for the current French government to launch a war against Germany, unless the current French president can resist all opinions and withstand all pressure.

Thinking of the current French President Albert, Arthur and William snorted disdainfully at the same time, not thinking that President Albert would take the initiative to declare war on Germany.

"In fact, sometimes it is not up to the French to decide whether to join the war." Arthur smiled and tried to let William learn more: "Do you think that Germany's occupation of Poland can end this war? In my opinion, it is just the opposite.

Once Germany successfully occupied the whole of Poland, their next plan would be the entire Austrian Empire. At that time, can the French still stay out of it?

Sometimes it is not that French politicians cannot see these things, but they choose to give up the interests of the country for their own interests.

For us, this must be guarded against. In addition to the people, only we really want to make the empire stronger.

Officials are easily poisoned by capital. Whether now or in the future, I hope you can pay attention to it and try to improve it.

Giving future generations a stronger Australasia is what every Australasia emperor should do. While I still have the energy to manage the country, William, you should accumulate more reputation and form your own power.

I can't help you all the time. When I abdicate in the future, you still need to walk the rest of the road by yourself."

Since William was born, this is the first time that Arthur has put William's succession to the throne in the open.

For Arthur, the end of World War II also meant the end of his reign.

Although Arthur is only 47 years old, he is still in his prime and golden age for a country's ruler.

But in order for future kings to better rule the empire, Arthur decided to give up his throne early so that William could accumulate his own prestige and personal power, and have a higher voice in the government.

Moreover, with Arthur's help in the early stage of William's reign, there is no need to worry about any accidents in the succession of the throne.

As long as Arthur is in charge, no matter how large-scale the war is, the stability of the country can be guaranteed.

"Father" William looked at Arthur with great emotion, with not only admiration and respect for his father in his eyes, but also gratitude and amazement for Arthur's behavior.

"Okay, let's not talk so much, William." Arthur patted William's shoulder again and said, "Since the war between Germany and Poland has broken out, they will definitely expand their army on a large scale next.

We should also pay attention to Italy's actions. According to their alliance with Germany, the Italians should take some actions.

In addition, we also need to pay attention to the British's views on this war. If there is no support from the British, I guess even if Poland is completely occupied by Germany, the French will not start a war."

In the final analysis, Britain is the most powerful country in Europe at this time.

Although it seems to be a hegemony between Germany and France, it is actually Britain that has a greater voice behind it.

If the British do not agree with Germany's expansion, they only need to make some alliances, and the French government will have enough confidence to launch a war against Germany.

But judging from the current actions of the British, they do not seem to intend to join this war too early.

In addition, George V's condition is indeed getting worse and worse. According to the British estimate, George V will only live for about three months at most.

At present, the British government and the royal family are very busy. The British government is anxiously preparing for the funeral of George V, and the British royal family is anxiously preparing for the succession process of the throne.

In addition, the British people are also more concerned about their own interests, such as the selection of the next British king.

Although it is likely that Prince Edward will succeed to the throne, judging from the attitude of the British government and the people, it seems that the people are not satisfied with this future British monarch.

On the other hand, Prince Albert, the family of George VI in history, is also busy at this time.

Compared with Prince Edward, who was disliked by George V, Prince Albert's daughter, the famous Queen Elizabeth in British history, is deeply loved by George V at this time.

When George V was still awake, most of the time it was the young Princess Elizabeth who accompanied George V.

George V's various behaviors also made the government begin to make bold guesses. Perhaps George V will change the heir to the throne in the end and let the more favored Prince Albert succeed to the throne.

The major British media outlets are also full of news about the succession to the throne, which is also a matter of great concern to everyone from the British royal family and government to all British civilians.

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