Republic of China: Our great warlord has many children and many blessings

After several rounds of negotiations, the United Kingdom, France, and the Republic of China formally signed the"Sykes-Picot Agreement", which was subsequently supplemented by the"Military Buffer Zone Agreement."

At the same time, the agreement also stipulated that the Republic of China must recognize the countries that have joined the agreement and help the Jews establish a state in the Middle East.

This point is meaningless to the Republic of China.

After the big seal was stamped, bursts of applause came from the entire conference room.

The British finally breathed a sigh of relief.

The matter was finally resolved.

Prime Minister Lloyd George held Zhao Gang's hand and smiled and said:"General Zhao, at 7 o'clock in the evening, we have prepared a grand state banquet at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the successful signing of this contract between our three countries.

At that time, King George V will also attend, And meet with your representatives of the Republic of China."

Zhao Gang smiled and said:"The time will definitely come. Now we have to go back first. After the signing is completed, we also have to report the results to President Shen."

Prime Minister Lloyd George smiled and said:"This is natural, I hope Our cooperation can be very successful"

""Of course."

Immediately, Zhao Gang, Gu Weijun and others all left No. 10 Downing Street.

After Zhao Gang and his group left, No. 10 Downing Street, which was still laughing and joking, instantly fell silent.

Everyone's faces were very ugly.

This time the Eagle The country has given so many benefits, and signing such an agreement would be a shame for their political careers.

However, the situation is stronger than people, and they also understand that the most important thing right now is to defeat Germany, and everything else can make way.

The Allies, For the sake of national security and their own interests, the two military groups of the Allied Powers are stepping up their efforts to find allies in the later stages of the war.

It is obvious that the allies of the Eagle Country are stronger this time.

Returning to the mansion, Zhao Gang immediately reported this The contents of the negotiation were reported to Shen Hao.

Gu Weijun held the tea, handed it to Zhao Gang, and said happily:

"Director Zhao, our negotiations went smoothly this time, and you have made great contributions. We have been engaged in diplomacy for many years, and this is the first time we have seen the Yingguo people suffer."

Zhao Gang said calmly:"This is not my credit, it is all because of the strength of the Republic of China. , diplomacy relies on national strength.

Your country's military strength is weak, and your diplomacy cannot be strong at all.

This time, President Shen gave me the final answer and agreed to join the Allied Powers.

But if the UK does not agree to the conditions we have proposed, there is no need to continue the negotiation and just grab it.

Our negotiations with them are just a formality.

Therefore, whether the UK agrees or does not agree, we are determined to win.

I have no merit at all."

Gu Weijun and others looked at each other, not expecting Zhao Gang to be so humble.

However, what Zhao Gang said was very reasonable.

Before, Gu Weijun and the others were engaged in diplomacy in the UK.

But the British did not look down upon them at all, and even There is no respect.

For so many years, although they have represented the Qing Dynasty and Yuan Shikai, they have never even been to No. 10 Downing Street.

Not to mention meeting the British Prime Minister, they have not even been able to meet the Foreign Secretary.

Now, not only have I met the Foreign Secretary Balfour, but also the Prime Minister Lloyd George. In the evening, I will also attend the British state banquet at Buckingham Palace and meet their King George V.

This is the first time in so many years.

Yes. , the country is really strong.

The enemies also respect you.

In the evening, Zhao Gang and his party entered Buckingham Palace under the leadership of the British royal family’s butler.

The entire hall was resplendent and brightly lit.

Members of the British cabinet, including the heads of various powerful families, also Some dukes and others arrived one after another.

Among them, there were also representatives from France, the United States, and some representatives from the Commonwealth.

When Zhao Gang and his party entered the hall, everyone's chatter became quieter, and they all looked at Zhao Gang and others.

Under the spotlight, there are different eyes.

Some are disdainful, some are disdainful, some are surprised, and some are unconvinced.

In their impression, the Republic of China is still that poor and backward country, and this impression has not changed.

They cannot even accept it. The cabinet and the Republic of China signed The agreement.

But no one dared to question anything in public.

The agreement had already been signed and was the result of hundreds of congressmen’s deliberations. Even if they were dissatisfied, they did not dare to say anything. If you question the agreement, you are questioning the decision-making of the entire cabinet. Questioning King George V.

Prime Minister Lloyd George stepped forward to say hello:

"Director Zhao, come this way."

Lloyd George took Zhao Gang and walked to the Republic of China representative area.

"Thank you Prime Minister"

"If so, we are a cooperating country and of course we are friends. Please wait a moment, King George V will be arriving soon." As soon as he finished speaking

, the matron suddenly said loudly:"The king is here."

Hearing this, everyone stood up straight.

Zhao Gang and others also looked at the door. At this time, the British king still had real power.

Because many officials were nobles, the king was the representative of the nobles, and Churchill was also a descendant of the nobles. Therefore, the king did not participate in politics in name, but in fact he still held real power..The

United Kingdom as a whole is a constitutional monarchy.

But after World War I, the king’s real power was completely gone. The reason why the British king lost real power had a lot to do with World War I. It can be said that World War I caused the British king to lose the capital to hold power. In 1689 , the British Parliament passed the"Act of Powers", which marked the formal establishment of the constitutional monarchy in the United Kingdom.

Many people think that after the so-called constitutional monarchy is established, the king becomes a symbol without any real power. In fact, it is not

《After the passage of the Bill of Rights, Parliament only received legislative, financial, judicial and military powers, while the British king still held executive power.

In other words, the king can still take power at any time as long as he wants.

Although Britain won the war, the king completely lost his power.

The reason why I say this is because the foundation of the royal family was almost lost in World War I.

However, the foundation of the king is the nobility. Without the support of the nobility, the so-called rights of the king are just in vain.

Before World War I, Europe had undergone two industrial revolutions. Its military had advanced by leaps and bounds, and its weapons had become more lethal.

It is for this reason that many people say that World War I was the most cruel war, and its cruelty far exceeded that of the later World War II.

Because only weapons and equipment advanced by leaps and bounds during World War I, other aspects did not keep pace with the times. The military level of all countries remained at the level before World War I.

In the past, soldiers were relied on to charge, but now the flesh and blood of soldiers are used to fight against new military weapons, and the casualty ratio is very high.

This is also why the army of the Republic of China will become more powerful. Because of changes in tactics, under the influence of Shen Hao, the army of the Republic of China's tactics are several versions ahead of the world.

Before World War I, the British army had a tradition that all officers were nobles.

The reason for this is not because there is a rule that civilians cannot serve as officers, but because civilians cannot afford the equipment of nobles.

The British army has always been a mercenary system, not a compulsory soldier, so the number is very small.

However, the British army does not provide all equipment, and some items need to be purchased by yourself.

First of all, you must have strong financial ability. British officer uniforms, knight swords, horses, guns and other items are not issued, but you must have these things if you want to be an officer, so you can only buy them yourself.

The combined price of these things is very high, and ordinary families simply cannot afford it.

You spend your own money to tailor-make officer uniforms, buy a batch of good horses, guns, knight swords, etc.

With such a set of equipment, according to the salary standard of an ordinary officer, you can buy it without eating or drinking for five years. Sorry.

So if a soldier from a civilian family is asked to become an officer, he will not dare to become an officer at all, just because he has no money and cannot even afford equipment. How can he become an officer?

The aristocracy has relatively strong economic strength and can afford these things. This is why there are few civilian officers in the British army.

This rather bizarre aristocratic military tradition has continued in Britain for hundreds of years.

With the outbreak of World War II, Britain faced an unprecedented crisis. Everyone in Britain, whether nobles or civilians, fought against the national calamity together. Facing the moment of life and death, many civilians showed outstanding qualities and were promoted to officers as an exception.

The British also abolished this centuries-old tradition of aristocratic officers, making the path for civilians to become officers more fair.

Now during the First World War, this tradition is still the same.

Of course, when British nobles serve as officers, it is not just a simple matter. They are at the forefront during battles.

They not only fight for the country, but also fight for their own honor. (To read Baoshuang novels, go to Feilu Novel Network!)

Moreover, before World War I, European wars were more gentlemanly. Although the nobles rushed to the front, neither side would usually shoot the nobles. It is precisely because of this that nobles are everywhere on the battlefield.

British aristocrats have generally formed a concept: as long as they go to the battlefield, they can receive military medals and return in triumph, with flowers and applause everywhere to greet them...

British aristocrats are still very keen to participate in wars.

War is the thing that best reflects their gentlemanliness.

Therefore, when the First World War broke out, the British nobles were very motivated to join the army and rushed to join the army.

The words of the 18-year-old British aristocrat Oswald Mosley can reflect the mentality of the British aristocrats:"Our biggest worry is that the war will be over before we reach the front line."

However, when the British When the nobles came to the battlefield, they found that it was not at all what they believed.

Maxim heavy machine guns, heavy artillery, tanks, trenches, barbed wire...all these formed a huge meat grinder.

In the Battle of the Somme, more than 60,000 British officers and soldiers fell in a pool of blood in just one day.

Those who died the most were the children of these nobles, and the nobles were the foundation of the British king's rule, and the king was their representative.

Before World War I, nobles were very active in politics and held many important official positions.

Not only in the military, they have certain privileges and advantages in all fields.

However, because the nobles suffered too many losses in the war, many important positions were vacated, and more and more civilians flocked to the political field.

In this way, after a long time, the nobles became just symbols and no longer participated in politics.

Even if the King of England wanted to gain power, it would be impossible[]

Soon, George V walked in.

After sitting on the throne, everyone saluted to show their respect.

George V smiled and said:"Now, the United States and the Republic of China have also joined the Allied Powers. This is a very good thing for us.

It is something worthy of celebration.

I seem to have seen the failure of the Allies led by Germany."

Here, I propose to have a drink together."

After speaking, George V raised his glass and drank it with everyone.

Immediately, King George V looked at Zhao Gang and others.

Walked away with a smile.

He shook hands with Zhao Gang and others and said:

"Welcoming the Republic of China to join the big family of the Allied Powers is a blessing to the people of the world."

Zhao Gang said:"King George is too polite."

George V smiled and said:"My daughter Mary also went to you when you set off. On a trip to the Republic of China, the cabinet suggested that Mary marry your President Shen.

Once we get married, our relationship will be even stronger."

Hearing this, Gu Weijun and others were stunned for a moment. They really didn't know about this. Zhao Gang already knew about it before he came, so he was not too surprised.

"Our president is still very good to women, and Princess Mary will definitely be happy."

Hearing this, George V smiled slightly, but he did not have this realization in his heart.

He has been relatively ordinary in his life and has no lovers, so he has many feelings for women like Shen Hao. The man was dissatisfied.

But the matter was over, and there was nothing more to say.

Then, George V said:"After you leave, say hello to your president for me.""

""Definitely."

Then, George V congratulated the Republic of China for joining the Allied Powers. In recognition of Shen Hao's contribution, George V wanted to make Shen Hao the Duke of England.

However, Zhao Gang refused.

Although he was nominally a duke, he was regarded as a duke by others. For Shen Hao, it is the highest honor, but for Shen Hao, it is a shame.

Shen Hao is the president of the Republic of China, with unparalleled prestige. How can he accept the title of Duke of the United Kingdom? Doesn't this mean that Shen Hao has to salute George V when he sees you? ?

Damn, you’re thinking too much.

Even Zhao Gang can’t accept it.

Zhao Gang’s refusal surprised everyone in the UK.

You know, the Duke is the highest title among the British nobles, not to mention that it is named after the capital"English" , the status is extraordinary.

Moreover, the title of Duke is hereditary and irreplaceable. In the future, the heirs of their family will be Dukes, which is the highest honor for a politician.

Prime Minister Lloyd George smiled and said:"There is no need for Mr. Zhao to He was anxious to refuse. After all, Princess Mary married your President Shen, and it is right for our King George to give him the status of a duke. This is just an honorary title."

Zhao Gang refused again and said:"We, President Shen, will never agree to this duke. It’s better not to mention it again at this time, so as not to hurt the friendship between the two countries."

Seeing Zhao Gang’s stern refusal, George V stopped talking about this topic.

"Haha, if you don’t want to accept it, then forget it.

Today is a state banquet. Let's eat and drink well. You can also try our whiskey."

Zhao Gang and others nodded.

The state banquet lasted for an hour, and representatives from various countries also came forward to say hello.

Nowadays, the Republic of China is powerful and its diplomatic work is becoming more and more important. It was a good job, and they also received the treatment that a big country deserves.

The next day, Zhao Gang and others set out to return. In order to ensure the safety of Zhao Gang and others, the British even sent a fleet to protect them, including two battleships and several more Submarines.

They were afraid that Germany would cause trouble at sea.

At the same time, Britain and France and other countries began to publicize the news that the Republic of China had joined the Allied Powers, which also changed the situation in Europe again.

The citizens of Britain, France and other Allied Powers were very excited, and they saw the dawn of victory.

But Germany The gloom is bleak. This European war can be said to have destroyed all the family fortunes.

Today, the government still hides this from the German people. Even the newspapers of the Republic of China joining the Allied Powers, no newspaper dared to report it.

Today is also the National Beauty Pageant of the Republic of China. The day of the finals.

The top 100 beauties also entered the palace.

Today, the entire palace is also open to the public.

As long as the identity is legal and after inspection, you can legally enter the palace to participate in the beauty pageant finals.

Bai Xiuzhu Kunning The palace is tidying up.

Among the many beauties, only Bai Xiuzhu can rest in the harem.

Kunning Palace is the middle palace of the Qing Dynasty, a palace built specifically for the queen during that period.

Next to her are her cousins ​​Wang Yufen and Leng Qingqiu

"Xiuzhu, it starts at 12 o’clock, and there will be a talent show soon. What kind of talent are you performing?"