Mediterranean Hegemony Road

Time flew by, and it entered February 1928 in a flash.

Portugal has once again returned to a constitutional monarchy, Manuel II has returned to Lisbon, apparently the two sides have negotiated terms.

Ferdinand didn't care about the specific deal they reached, anyway, it was the Portuguese's own business.

Manuel II's new enthronement ceremony was held in March, and it seemed that he couldn't wait. If it wasn't because he was going to attend the wedding of Ferdinand Jr., he might have been enthroned again in February.

For this cheap nephew, although Ferdinand looked down on his ability, he had to admit that Manuel had a good temper and had no intentions, so it was good to be friends with him.

This kind of person is not suitable to be born in the royal family, and even less suitable to be a king. But getting along with this kind of person is still very good, at least there are not so many conspiracies and tricks.

The Indonesian rebellion has almost come to an end. Except for Borneo, the rebels on the main islands of Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi have all been defeated.

Sure enough, the military still has to serve politics. In order to hand over a satisfactory answer before the two crown princes got married, the generals on the front line did not hesitate to speed up the pace of the war.

Although the torrent of steel did not appear, it was only a lack of the tank army. Many modern weapons came in handy, and bombs were thrown out for free.

For this war, the soldiers on the front line destroyed nearly 200,000 tons of ammunition, which was equivalent to the eight-year war of resistance, and the total ammunition consumption of the national army was exhausted.

Among them, the consumption of bullets was only more than 80 million rounds, and the naval guns destroyed more than 20,000 tons of shells, but the air force dropped 150,000 tons of bombs.

For the war in just a few months, the General Staff dispatched more than 300 bombers to participate in the battle, and the Air Force conducted a large-scale actual combat exercise.

Many cities have been turned into ruins. This mercenary battle has no tactical content at all. In order to speed up, it is usually the air force that bombs first, and the bombing is almost the same as that of the army.

The rebels were immediately bombed, and many people died before they could react.

After all, the rebel army is not as good as the regular army, with almost zero air defense capabilities and poor response capabilities. The counter-insurgency war is almost pushed forward.

The speed shown by the mercenaries directly shocked the world. There is no harm without comparison, the Southeast Asian uprising that plagued Britain and the Netherlands, and the Indonesian rebels were finished immediately after Bulgaria entered the war.

Politicians around the world are thinking about the strength Bulgaria has shown in this war. The Japanese government behind the scenes was also dumbfounded. Is this the combat effectiveness of the world's top army power?

There is no technical content, no tactics at all, it is all about relying on strength to push through.

But it was very effective. Under such an intensity of bombing, it would be difficult for any army to bring up the courage to fight against it.

This style of play can be used by Bulgarians, the British can also use it, and even the French can barely use it, but the Japanese cannot use it.

Two hundred thousand tons of ammunition can be produced in Bulgaria in just over a month. If it is left in Japan and the whole country is not mobilized, it will be a big question mark whether it can be produced in one year!

Ferdinand didn't know yet that the Japanese were the most shocked by a military operation in Southeast Asia, which triggered a series of accidents.

Sure enough, the success of a nation is not accidental. It is precisely because of the ability to discover problems and to constantly reflect that Japan has risen.

However, this period was also the most chaotic time for the Japanese government. The upper-level figures knew what this meant, but the lower-level military officers did not necessarily.

Perhaps in their view, this is still an expression of the Bulgarian army's fear of death. After all, such a waste of ammunition is also very expensive.

Although the production of Ferdinand gas bombs and incendiary bombs is very simple and cheap, the Americans shot one back then, but in their view, these weapons are all high-tech,

It is very expensive.

After this battle, Bulgaria had a good time, but some people felt uncomfortable.

Needless to say, the rebels in Indonesia have not been cleaned up, the cities have been recovered, and the jungle is still the site of the rebellion.

The Dutch government, which was responsible for taking over the city, had to face two embarrassing problems next. The city was turned into ruins, and the rebellious party was still not wiped out.

Sure enough, all political showmen have sequelae. Anyway, after recovering the city and defeating the main force of the rebel army, the Bulgarian army can pat their ass and leave.

As for the aftermath work, this has nothing to do with them. It is the most correct operation to finish the battle early and present a congratulatory gift to the two soon-to-be-married crown princes.

For this reason, even if it consumes some more weapons and ammunition, it is very worthwhile. You must know that 70% of the ammunition consumption this time was provided by the Bulgarian government.

Another part of it was the sudden end of the Russian Civil War. These weapons and ammunition had no buyers, so they were purchased by the Bulgarian government at a low price.

No way, who said that most of Bulgaria's arsenals are state-owned enterprises? It was in the hands of the government, and the government paid for it. Ferdinand was worried about handing over all these important industries to capitalists!

As for how many people died in this war, no one cares about it. Anyway, the Bulgarian army did not have many casualties, and the Dutch army did not suffer many casualties.

Nobody cared about civilian casualties, let alone rebel casualties. Anyway, there are enough people in Indonesia, no matter how many people die, the Dutch will not feel bad.

The rebellion was initially put down, but the impact of the rebellion has not yet ended. The century-old operation of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Indonesia has almost been destroyed. If the gas bombs had not been sent, the entire city would have been in ruins.

Even so, the Dutch rule in Indonesia is still in trouble. A lot of infrastructure needs to be rebuilt, and the economy has suffered heavy losses.

A large number of local industries are now destroyed in the flames of war, for example: many rubber plantations have been destroyed by the rebels; many mines have also been blown up by the rebels...

At this moment, I don't know how many capitalists are going to vomit blood with anger!

But the troubles of the Dutch government are small troubles. In any case, the rebels were successfully wiped out. Although the cost was a bit higher, can't the British make a comparison?

The war expenditure of the British is at least three times that of theirs, and they have basically suppressed the rebellion, and they can rely on the colonies to recover blood later. John Bull is now fighting hard with the rebels?

London

Since the Kingdom of the Netherlands suppressed the Indonesian rebellion, Stanley Baldwin's life has been difficult. The opposition party has been criticizing the government's inaction all day long, and the people's patience with the government is also losing day by day.

But the performance of the British army this time is pretty good. General Cyclops fought steadily. Although he didn't win a big victory, at least he didn't lose any more battles, right?

After successive failures, the cabinet has lowered its expectations for the army. It does not seek to compare with other army powers, as long as it can suppress the colonial rebellion.

Even if it is developing in a healthy way now, the British army has recovered dozens of islands one after another. Although they are all small islands, this is also a good news?

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Your Excellency Prime Minister, it can't be any faster. The troops on the front line have already worked hard. If the combat intensity is increased, the soldiers will mutiny! The Minister of War said with a wry smile.

But this is a war. In that country in the world, soldiers still have holidays during the war? Isn't this a joke? Can't they provide customer service? You know, we have already paid overtime wages? Stanley Baldwin said angrily explain

But Your Excellency Prime Minister, from the perspective of the soldiers, this war has nothing to do with them. It is fighting for the capitalists and cannot arouse their patriotism! Chamberlain, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, said after thinking for a while.

Patriotism? I thought of it! Stanley Baldwin said in surprise

As long as we step up our propaganda and let the soldiers think that they are fighting for the country, all their efforts are for the country, not fighting for the capitalists, won't it be fine? Stanley Baldwin said with a smile

The biggest problem of the British Army is not that it has no combat effectiveness, nor is it that the training is not in place, let alone that the weapons and equipment are not good enough, but that it has no morale. The soldiers don't want to fight, which is the main factor restricting the combat effectiveness of this army!

As long as this problem is solved, even if the British Army is not a powerful army, it will still have more than 60 points, and it is impossible to deal with the rebels with a combat power equal to 5.

That's right, the fighting power of the Southeast Asian rebels in the jungle may be able to get forty or fifty points, but when they enter the city, they are scum with only five fighting power.

The rebels' weapons and ammunition were missing one grain, and there was no supply of supplies at all. Facing such an opponent, how could they be unable to handle it?

Your Excellency Prime Minister, if we start publicizing now, I'm afraid it will be too late. Why don't we learn from the Dutch and recruit a mercenary! Chamberlain, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, suggested

The reason is very realistic. During the war, the salaries of British soldiers were already very high, the requirements were too high, and the combat effectiveness was not very good.

On the contrary, the combat power of mercenaries is good, and the military expenditure is mainly based on robbery on the battlefield. Recruiting mercenaries to the London government can save a lot of expenses.

Can this work? The Dutch mercenaries are actually the Bulgarian army. All officers from top to bottom are retired from the Bulgarian army, and most of the soldiers are retired Bulgarian veterans. Can I do this? said the Secretary of War, frowning.

If the United Kingdom adds another mercenary, then the status of the British Army may continue to decline, and his life as the Minister of War will be difficult.

It's just a try, we can use an infantry division to do the experiment without recruiting so many.

We don't need to come forward directly, set up a security company, recruit a mercenary in the name of the company, and try it on the battlefield.

If the effect is good, continue to expand enrollment, if not, just give up! Chamberlain said calmly.

Well, this is a good idea, try it first, success or failure is harmless!

We can take a two-pronged approach, and at the same time conduct public opinion propaganda among domestic and front-line soldiers, exaggerate the sequelae of the defeat in Southeast Asia, and arouse everyone's patriotic enthusiasm.

At the same time, send people to the European continent to recruit mercenaries, recruit an army as quickly as possible, and send them to the front line! ’ Stanley Baldwin thought for a while and said

People are good at learning, and John Bull is no exception.

The biggest advantage of recruiting mercenaries is not to save money, the key is to reduce the casualties of British soldiers and reduce the political pressure on the government.

Originally, the colonial troops also had this role, but their combat effectiveness was flawed. At the same time, the London government is also worried that there are too many colonial troops and whether it can guarantee loyalty.

If these colonial troops were exposed to revolutionary ideas and wanted to go home to start a revolution, wouldn't they just lift a rock and shoot themselves in the foot?

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In this turbulent February, Ferdinand watched his two sons enter the palace of marriage, and instantly felt that he was much older.

However, he soon recovered. After experiencing so many things, Ferdinand's heart had already become extremely strong, and he was not so easily infected by emotions.

Sure enough, getting married was not so easy, even the king was as busy as he was, and guests from all over the world came to visit this venerable king without exception.

Throughout February, Ferdinand had to receive different guests every day, fully letting him understand how difficult it is to maintain a good image!

Father, I'm going to Finland, do you have anything else to say? Boris asked

I have explained everything that should be explained to you. How to govern the Grand Duchy of Finland is your own business. On this issue, I hope you can handle it yourself.

You know, I also came to Bulgaria at the same age as you.

You are my son, you have inherited my talent, I believe you can do what I can do, even better!

Today I still want to emphasize again, don’t forget your original intention, don’t be proud, don’t underestimate anyone, as long as you do these things, then being a good Dagong is not a problem! Ferdinand said earnestly

Yes, Father! I remember, trust me you won't be disappointed!

However, can I take over the 10,000 imperial guards you promised me now? Boris asked with concern.

Of course, you can contact General James. They will serve you in the next five years. How many people you can keep after five years depends on your own ability!

Remember, be kind to each and every one of them!

These people are willing to leave their homes and follow you to Finland. This is not only the military salary, but also their loyalty to the royal family!

These are the results of my painstaking efforts over the years. They may work hard for me, but they may not be willing to work hard for you!

Now they are willing to follow you, that is because of my order, but this is not enough, you need to appease them personally, what they need is not only money, but more importantly, dignity, and we value them!

The Praetorian Guard is always a king's last hole card and the most powerful arm of a king. You must also build a Praetorian Guard that is loyal to you! said Ferdinand seriously.

These words, Ferdinand had said to them very early on, if the king could not control an army that completely obeyed his orders, it meant that his life would no longer be guaranteed.

Without the backing of the army, would Boris dare to delay going to Finland to succeed for so long? You must know that several other kings have already ascended the throne, but he was the only one who dragged it to the end.

Ferdinand also succeeded to the throne quickly back then, mainly because he was afraid that he would be late, and the distribution of government rights had been completed, and the king would become empty-handed.

Boris can delay the first half of the year, and that is entirely because he has a strong army, which is enough to solve any problems that may arise.

Okay, father! You allowed me to poach the wall. If I leave them behind and abduct their families to emigrate to Finland, don't you regret it? Boris thought for a while and said

If you have that much ability, I can only be proud of you.

Work hard, boy!

Don't end up finding even one-tenth of the people, then you can reflect on it! Ferdinand said with a smile

Father, just look at it, I won't disappoint you! Boris said confidently

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