Chapter 321: Interest exchange

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London, England.
Churchill stared frantically at the document in front of him, and finally shook his head with a sigh. This was the third time he submitted a plan for naval battle. The first time it was rejected was that the navy went to sea to attack the German naval base and wipe out the German navy fleet. The content of the second rejection was that the naval fleet sailed into the English Channel to support the army in Belgium. The third attack plan, which is the plan this time, is to dispatch the navy to protect Norway and Denmark.
The reason why British Prime Minister Chamberlain rejected the Churchill plan is actually not complicated, because Churchill himself cannot guarantee the success rate of these plans. But Churchill was even more worried that Norway, which had lost the protection of the British navy, would be completely conquered by the Germans, and such consequences would not be seen by the entire British Empire.
Because Norway ’s rich iron ore can provide Germany with expanded production, these resources are enough to allow Germany to produce thousands of tanks and artillery, and also allow Germany to produce dozens or even hundreds of warships, and these war weapons are enough Let the German team armed to the teeth.
Therefore, Britain has always had a plan to block the Norwegian sea and choke the throat of German war resources. However, with the defeat of the Dutch offshore and the heavy losses of Scarpa Bay, the plan was eventually aborted.
Now that Britain has lost its power to block Norway, it has given Germany a chance to plan for occupation of Norway. This opportunity was not left by the British intentionally for Germany, but by the German Navy with its own courage.
"Our spies have detected that the high seas fleet of the German navy had left William Junction two days ago, and now our navy still dare not take any action, no matter where this fleet will eventually attack, we have no way to Counterattack within a while. "Churchill remained silent for a long time, and finally said:" How do we deal with the Norwegian crisis? If Norway is occupied by Germany, our imported iron ore will be reduced, and Germany's ability to resist the blockade will be stronger . "
"What can I do? Hmm? Our fleet lacks the necessary air defense cover. If we rush out and lose some ships, what will you do to defend our homeland of the British Empire?" Chamberlain asked helplessly: "Our losses are It ’s not small, but it ’s far from daring to fight, but our losses are too intensive, which made it impossible for me and His Majesty the King to make a decisive battle.

"Norway we can't give up!" Churchill even complained with a hint of cry: "Once we give up Norway, then the German navy has countless more outlets. Even if our navy regains the initiative, there is no way The German Navy is stuck in the North Sea! "
Chamberlain sighed and said, "The assassination plan failed! We lost three of the best agents. It can be said that God is not on our side! We almost killed the sinister bastard."
Churchill thought about it, and finally said what he held in his heart: "Mr. Prime Minister! We pin the hope of ending the war on those assassinations, which was originally a speculative act! We should expel the army to fight back, not rely on some tricks. In exchange for peace. "
"Do you think I'm compromising appeasement? I'm protecting you, the elite of the main battle!" Chamberlain yelled at the table and said: "If the Navy fails again, I will fight for this prime minister's position. I won't be able to protect you Secretary of the Navy! "
Churchill looked at Chamberlain, as if he had known this prime minister for the first time. He knew that Chamberlain had been working towards peace in Europe, but he did not know that this seemingly weak old man could even say such things.
At this time, Churchill knew that Chamberlain, the prime minister who had been secretly inconspicuous, was sheltering him from the wind and rain, and he knew why he could still sit firmly in the navy after the battle between the Dutch Offshore and the Battle of Scarpa Bay At this position.
"Why ... why?" Churchill asked Chamberlain and asked hardly. It is very difficult to recognize your own mistakes, and it is even more difficult to admit your mistakes in the face of the person involved. Churchill knew that this question was asked, and in disguise showed his usual view of Chamberlain, but his self-esteem made him have to ask.
"When one day you sit in my position, you will understand! The prime minister is not like a navy minister, you just have to think about how to win the war." Chamberlain said with a self-deprecating smile: "And one qualified Prime Minister, he not only has to think about winning wars, he also has to consider avoiding wars, losing wars, etc. I went to fight for peace because I do n’t want to see wars. I keep main war factions like you, yes Because I ’m not sure when the war will end. "
He stood up and looked out the window, his voice filled with lonely emotion: "Now it seems that the war is not likely to end in a short period of time. So I think Britain should not lose you like this without people like me People. "
"But, Mr. Prime Minister! We still can't sit back and ignore the German invasion of Norway! At least we should show that we are opposed to Germany's fundamental position to dominate Europe." Churchill glanced at Chamberlain and said his thoughts truthfully: "The Navy must attack , Norway ’s victory or defeat does not matter, but to show our determination to fight back against Germany like the whole world! "
"I'm going to transfer you to the naval logistics department. Then I will transfer a scapegoat to the stage to carry out your third plan." Chamberlain pointed to the document on the table and said: "Churchill, I can never agree with you to send the battleship fleet The plan, all I can do is allow the Navy to send a small number of destroyers into the Norwegian offshore. "
He said that while reaching out to stop Churchill from speaking, he continued: "The destroyers were given to the German navy and the loss was inevitable. The difference is only how much trouble the German navy can cause when these warships are lost. "
"How could ..." Churchill almost did it, he was shocked by Chamberlain's plan.
"You listen to me finish talking." Chamberlain waved his hand and said: "In this way, the scapegoat who succeeds you must also blame and resign. And I will also be affected. These are all what I expected."
He smiled and walked to the window with his hands behind him, looking at the sky outside: "Then I will propose to agree to the" Lease Act "of the United States and use the replacement of military bases to borrow 50 destroyers from the United States to make up. Our loss in Norwegian waters. "
"I did this by using a few broken ships to give you, the main battle group, the most advantageous situation." Chamberlain smiled bitterly, then looked back at Churchill: "Don't hurry to thank me, I ’m actually doing it more selfishly than public welfare. I ’m like all of you in this battle, I ca n’t predict our results. So I dare not risk taking this prime minister, I ’m afraid to be the first in British history to face defeat and humiliation Prime Minister. "
"I left a mess for you." Chamberlain shook his head, and then asked: "Now I want to ask you, as the main war, you dare not take me to throw this to you Hot potato? "
It's all the old politicians who have been fighting in the high position for half a lifetime. Churchill will certainly not be fooled by Chamberlain's few words to the point of crying and running. After careful calculation, he knew that Chamberlain had other plans.
"I'm afraid there is another meaning in it? At this time, you will send yourself out of the power center with a not too big reason. If the situation becomes unmanageable in the future, you will become a far-sighted British savior with a higher and more stable reputation! "Churchill looked at Chamberlain and said.
"I don't deny this, this is my answer to the current situation. If you have any higher means, you can make it out." Chamberlain nodded proudly and admitted Churchill's speculation: "It depends on whether you dare to take it. Recruited. "
"Two birds with one stone! The old politicians are indeed old politicians! I really admire you a little bit!" Churchill nodded and said, "If we win, then wouldn't you just say that I made a wedding dress for me?" ? "
"That's because you really have the skills, and I have nothing to say." Chamberlain spread his hands and said: "At that time, I will also open up a good situation for you, how to say, one of the heroes, just to support the elderly at home, who Call me more pessimistic and think it is more difficult for Britain to win this time. "
"Okay! Just do what you say! But if we accept the" Lease Act "of the United States this time, no matter whether we win or lose, we will lose our current status in Britain." Churchill said helplessly: "Although this is what we can now do The best result is achieved, but this also means that the US plan to take advantage of the fire has once again succeeded. "
"Now we must eat this stupid loss! After all, we can't fight the German invasion alone now." Chamberlain succeeded in planning and relaxed a lot. He said, "The Germans have already hit Amiens, and Sir Gott has sent Several telegrams came, urging us to reinforce. The last batch of reinforcements is already on standby. Counting these soldiers, we have invested a full 390,000 troops in Europe. This is all we can afford. "
"I went back to draw up a battle plan, and the navy will be ready to sail." Churchill got up and said helplessly.
On the second day, Admiral Churchill was transferred to the Naval Logistics Department, and the newly appointed Admiral proposed a new combat plan. Chamberlain agreed to the attack plan. In the afternoon, six naval destroyers left the port and headed for Norwegian waters.