Chapter 812: Washington Political Conspiracy (Part 2)
"The German conditions sent back by Joseph include a total of 19 items, 84 clauses and 208 clauses. They are very detailed and comprehensive. Many contents we could not even imagine, involving politics, economy, diplomacy, military, culture and international institutions..." Hopkins sighed. He took a breath and said, "I suspect that he didn't talk much at all and just took back all the German demands. Of course, we can also understand the other way around. The Germans sincerely want peace, but their asking price is relatively high. I have summarized it, and the following four are particularly important, including:
1. Germany and the United States ceased war after signing the memorandum. The actual control line was used as the basis for the armistice. The two sides did not hold each other accountable for the war responsibilities or make compensation (whether national or private). The losses caused to third parties were coordinated by the parties themselves. , the two sides will not interfere with each other's internal situations (such as Germany's expulsion and confiscation of Jewish property, and the United States' expulsion of German nationals). Property that has been expropriated by the enemy country will not be returned, and any pre-war claims and debts between each other will be cancelled;
2. Since the armistice, the United States has promised to cease official relations with Great Britain and evacuate all American personnel stationed in Europe (regardless of whether they are military personnel, some diplomatic personnel are exempt). Germany has promised to give Great Britain an opportunity to negotiate for peace without damaging the British mainland. On the basis of order, stability and various assets, the Churchill regime and its supporters are allowed to withdraw to Canada along with the US military. Germany guarantees security. In the future, Germany will no longer regard Canada as part of Great Britain; Germany promises to withdraw military personnel from Japan;
3. After the armistice between Germany and the United States, the Soviet-German relationship will be coordinated and handled by the German side, and the U.S. shall not interfere or provide any assistance. The Japan-U.S. relationship will be coordinated and handled by the U.S. side. If the U.S. requires Germany to mediate as a third party, Germany can agree, and Germany Commitment not to use military force to assist Japan in fighting the United States and not to provide any substantive free assistance, but the United States shall not disrupt normal trade exchanges (including military equipment and strategic materials);
4. Germany recognizes North America, Central America and the Caribbean, northern South America, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa as the sphere of influence of the United States; the United States recognizes Europe, Africa (except South Africa), the Middle East, and southern South America as the sphere of influence of the European Union; both parties mutually They will not interfere in any political, economic, cultural, or military measures of the other party within their sphere of influence; they will not pursue each other's sphere of influence in the Far East. If China is truly independent and independent, both parties will have equal commercial rights, and both parties promise not to support one or more of the forces involved; Germany and the United States share maritime rights in the Atlantic. The Mediterranean is an internal sea of Europe, the Caribbean is an internal sea of the Americas, and the Indian Ocean is used peacefully by both parties. The demarcation line between the two sides' spheres of influence in South America is mainly drawn by Argentina and its allied groups; the main sphere of influence in Africa is Using South Africa as the boundary...
There are also a series of opinions on how to deal with prisoners of war, expatriates, and the American SS Division, which I think are not particularly important. "
"Very good, very good..." Roosevelt sneered. "In addition to firmly occupying what they have already obtained on the battlefield, the Germans are also trying to negotiate to obtain things that they have not yet fully obtained. All over the Americas. It is the sphere of influence of the United States. Why should I trade Africa and the Middle East for places that do not belong to Germany at all? "
Li Hai was also filled with indignation after hearing this: "They asked us to give up Britain and the Soviet Union, but they still want to continue to hook up with Japan. How stupid do I have to be to agree to such conditions?"
Hopkins said: "Isn't there someone who wants to give up the United Kingdom and the Soviet Union now? The Germans don't need to come out to interview, how stupid do you think he must be? The Germans probably saw this, so they just came to disgust us."
“The Germans still haven’t given up supporting those losers in Argentina and South America?”
"Yes, they will continue to station troops in the Falkland Islands and Argentina, saying that we will station troops in Brazil anyway... Let's be equal!"
After Hopkins said this, the three of them were silent. After a few minutes, Roosevelt finally spoke: "The Germans' appetite is much greater than I originally thought. Germany wants to control the entire European alliance with its own strength." ; and then control the center of the entire World Island based on the European Alliance."
"Yes, I have carefully studied the European Union idea proposed by Hitler. Although it is very well packaged in all kinds of beautiful words, it cannot change the fact that the European Union is a policy tool for Germany to promote external expansion. After the war, in this system Even if the three traditional European powers of China, Britain, France, and Italy are united, even if Belgium, Spain, Portugal and other countries are added to it, they will not be Germany's rival in terms of strength, because Germany has a group of followers in Northern Europe and a group in Eastern Europe who are afraid of the Bolsheviks. "My little brother, there are a bunch of regional regimes supported by the Germans in the Middle East. These countries alone can defeat Britain, France, and Italy, not to mention that Germany will also control the oil in the Middle East and the trade channels to the Far East."
Li Hai shook his head: "If Britain, France, and Italy could really unite closely, this war would not be fought at all. To put it bluntly, the contradiction between them may not be smaller than the contradiction between them and Germany. At least the French hate Britain more now. people and not Germans.”
"We cannot agree to such conditions. Whoever agrees to such conditions will be nailed to the pillar of shame in history forever." Roosevelt shook his head and said to Hopkins, "Propose corrections to the other party as much as possible, although I I think it will be difficult to achieve my ideal goal, but I can give it a try.”
“What is your ideal goal?”
"European forces withdraw from America; Germany ends all relations with Japan, and we end all relations with the Soviet Union; as for the British issue..." Roosevelt pondered, "If some British colonies can be retained, Germany's idea can be accepted - this is my biggest concession."
"This is difficult, at least the relationship with the Soviet Union is now in trouble." Li Hai frowned and said, "Because the protection fee has not been negotiated, our relationship with the Soviet Union is basically in a state of continuous deterioration. Originally, the Russians have built a new heavy tank. Experts say it is very good, basically close to the Tiger, and the performance in actual combat is also OK, at least much stronger than our M6. It was originally agreed to give us a set of drawings plus a real vehicle for the return trip. The fleet was brought back, but now it's all gone..."
"I personally think that aid to the Soviet Union is imperative. We can only export 700,000 to 800,000 tons of supplies a month, but in return, the Soviet Union has tied down 5 million Axis troops. Even if we only count the Germans, there are 4 million. If the Soviet Union and Germany make peace, the Germans can immediately release 3 million to the Western Front. I'm afraid we won't be able to fight the European continent in our lifetime."
"By the way, that secret weapon?"
"It's still being advanced, but scientists say it will take at least a year or more." Li Hai was a little regretful, "It's more difficult than I thought, and it requires more resources and money."
Roosevelt sighed: "I hope I can get it before I die. I can still see it before. By the way, don't tell him about this project, lest some people become politically naive again, saying something immoral, indiscriminate, etc. Anyway, I don't want to hear these stupid words! "
"However, many appropriations will inevitably be involved. It can be covered up now. Starting from March, there will be several expenses that must be signed by the president. "
"I will find a way for you."
"President, I know it's very presumptuous and unkind for me to say this, but I have to say it." Li Hai said with tears, "If you feel that your physical condition is still okay, can you please come out and continue to preside over the overall situation? We can hold important meetings in the hospital. If this continues, I'm afraid the Joint Chiefs of Staff will not be able to bear it. "
"The Joint Chiefs of Staff are against him?"
"Yes, Turner said something in anger that day..."
"What did he say?"
"I..."
"What do you mean, you want to assassinate him? I know Turner, he is just talking, really, a real villain is much more lovable than a hypocrite, not to mention Turner is not a villain."
"No, no, that's not the case. Turner said: I am beginning to envy Hori Teikichi, he said he would launch a coup and then launched a coup. Emperor, if you don't know what's good for you, get out! - This is the life of a human being. When can we shout out heartily - '**** Vice President, if you don't know what's good for you, get out'?"
Li Hai imitated it vividly, and the other two couldn't help laughing - this is really a funny joke, but the smile is full of bitterness.
"Hori Teikichi? The commander of the Japanese naval fleet? A coup? Is he the prime minister?"
"No, the army chief of staff is the prime minister, and Hori Teikichi is now the supreme commander of the navy. The Japanese patriots think this is a sign that Japan has completely emptied the emperor and is heading towards military dictatorship."
"Great job!" Roosevelt said in a sarcastic tone, "When the enemy is strengthening centralization and improving decision-making and execution efficiency, we are arguing over and over again."
"So, we look forward to you coming out to continue to lead us forward."
Roosevelt thought for a while: "It's not the right time yet. Wallace's trend is expected to be supported and responded by a lot of people. These are all people who have been brainwashed by isolationism and idealism. Let me think about it. Can we let Joseph continue to talk while releasing the news of the peace talks..."
As Roosevelt's confidants, Hopkins and Leigh immediately understood: the so-called release, of course, will not reveal to senior officials that the president is behind it. On the contrary, people should understand that this is the inevitable consequence of isolationists such as Wallace trying to abandon their allies and be good for themselves. Use Germany's harsh peace demands to arouse public opinion and unite the United States to continue fighting the Axis powers - since there is no hope for peace, of course there is only war! America is not at the end of its rope and can't fight anymore. If it wants to fight, it must continue to aid Britain, the Soviet Union, Pakistan, Australia and New Zealand, so that they can work together to fight the Axis.
During this process, Roosevelt must not show up. It will be easier to pass on the blame in the future if someone on the stage takes the blame...
"I understand, then I'll go and arrange it."
"Tell Joseph to be careful, you have a single line of communication, don't alarm ******."