Rock has traveled so long that he no longer remembers when the Cold War began, but Rock knows the reason why a hot war turned into a cold war.
The reason is not that the leaders of various countries are more calm and rational, but that the losses in World War II were too great and they need a period of time to recuperate.
When the countries recovered, they discovered that both sides had mastered weapons of mass destruction that could cause huge casualties to each other. If World War III broke out, no corner of the world would be safe, and the hot war officially turned into a cold war.
At the Tehran Conference, Britain, the United States, and South Africa recognized Russia's border line on June 22, 1941, which meant that Britain, the United States, and South Africa recognized the partition of Poland by Germany and Russia.
At Roosevelt's funeral, Britain, the United States, and South Korea once again recognized Russia's occupation of Berlin and accepted Russia's expansion in Eastern Europe.
Now Roark is extremely sure that Russia's ambitions for expansion are never-ending.
Will Russia be satisfied by giving up half of Poland and Eastern Europe to Russia?
Absolutely not, otherwise the Communist International movement in France and Italy would not have developed so rapidly.
Not to mention Britain and the United States, the bottom line of southern Africa has always been the Mediterranean. In any case, Russia's influence cannot be allowed to extend to the surrounding Mediterranean.
France and Italy are both countries along the Mediterranean Sea, and equally important geographical locations are Greece and the Ottoman Empire.
"What we have to be careful about is not only Russia, but also the United States and the United Kingdom. If Eurasia and Africa are regarded as a huge world island, then after the war, the United States and the United Kingdom will resume their continental balancing policy." Yang
· Smuts reminds Rock that the United States and Britain pose greater threats than Russia.
"Russia is not Germany, be careful to play with fire and burn yourself." Roque was well prepared and understood the bad nature of the Angsa people better than Yang Smuts.
The two world wars, on the surface, were challenges to the old order by new forces, but in essence they were the Angsa people using two-faced tactics to play European countries into their hands.
Regardless of the fact that Britain was also a victim of two world wars, as I said before, without Britain's instigation of discord, the world war would not have happened at all.
At least it won't lead to such serious consequences.
There have been signs of this happening for a long time, including the United States' support for Russia during the war.
Southern Africa supports Russia and tries its best to keep the scale within a controllable range, which can not only help Russia withstand the German attack, but also prevent Russia's military power from expanding to an uncontrollable level.
The United States spared no effort in its support. All kinds of weapons, equipment and strategic resources were sent to Russia for free. Rock really wanted to remind Americans, have you forgotten how Russia paid off Britain's debt after the end of World War I?
Intelligence from Bullard's office shows that since the outbreak of the Russo-German war, the United States has provided Russia with various weapons and equipment worth more than 15 billion U.S. dollars.
After the end of World War I, Russia owed Britain 750 million pounds, so the Russians happily defaulted on the debt and have not paid back even a penny to Britain.
Russia now owes the United States $15 billion. How many years does Russia plan to repay it?
Most likely, Truman will never see the day when the Russians pay off their debts.
Therefore, if the United States and the United Kingdom imagine that by supporting Russia, they can curb the expansion of southern Africa in Europe, they are most likely wishful thinking.
Bearded men are not stupid either.
Rock took ten thousand steps back and reached an agreement with Big Beard. Wouldn't it be nice for the two families to carve up Europe?
"Russia also owes us a lot of money, right?" Yang Smuts didn't care much about the economy and didn't know much about the situation in this area.
What is owed must be owed. Russia has no rands to repay to Southern Africa, and Southern Africa does not want rubles. If the Russians want to repay the money, they can only use gold or resources.
"Don't worry about this problem. As long as we don't interrupt trade with Russia, then we don't have to worry about the Russians not paying back the money." Roque will not force Russia to pay back the money, which will only be counterproductive.
There is a rebellious naughty child living in the hearts of all Russians, and you should pay attention to the methods when educating naughty children.
It doesn't make sense to reason with a naughty child. You have to use both kindness and power, a stick in one hand and a carrot in the other -
In the official language of southern Africa, it means living in peace, seeking common development, and building a beautiful and harmonious family of mankind.
One thing is certain, no matter what the attitudes of the United Kingdom and the United States are, Southern Africa will definitely not engage in a cold war with Russia. That will only force Eastern European countries to turn to Russia wholeheartedly, which is not in the fundamental interests of Southern Africa.
For a country like Russia that attaches great importance to heavy industry but despises light industry, cutting off all trade can only force Russia to follow a completely independent development path, which is tantamount to cultivating competitors.
So it’s great to do business. Russia and its affiliated countries now have hundreds of millions of people. With such a big market, there is a lot to do.
As for whether the Russians will default on their debts, there is no need to discuss it. Russia will definitely do it.
But Roque also has a way to make the Russians embarrassed.
"No matter what, we must prevent the relationship between Russia and the United States from getting closer." Yang Smuts is worried about Russia and the United States joining forces.
The UK does not need to worry. The British Isles are as big as a palm and have inherent deficiencies. If the UK loses blood transfusions from its overseas colonies, it will instantly become a third-rate country.
The industrial strength of the United States and Russia's war potential are truly a perfect combination. There are almost no shortcomings. How can the United States really form an alliance with Russia? Even Roark will find it difficult.
"Believe me, once the war ends, it will be the time for Russia and the United States to break apart." Roque had already planned it, and giving Russia so much help was not in vain.
Note that this is help, not assistance.
Compared to helping, aid is more or less condescending.
The news of Mustache's suicide shocked the world, and Cyprus in the depths of the Mediterranean Sea became a sea of joy.
Some people are happy and others are sad, especially for Alexander Ivanovich from Russia.
Alexander was wounded during the Battle of Budapest and was later sent to a southern African field hospital for treatment.
Due to the seriousness of Alexander's injuries, he received preliminary treatment at a field hospital. After controlling his injuries, Alexander was sent to Cyprus, where medical conditions are better, for further treatment.
Now that Alexander is close to recovery, if the war ends, then Alexander will leave Cyprus and return to Russia.
"Doctor, I feel very bad, chest tightness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting - uh, I'm going to vomit again -" Alexander retched several times in a decent manner, and the doctor who examined Alexander had an expression that was hard to describe.
From a medical point of view, Alexander's body has completely recovered and fully meets the standards for discharge.
But in Alexander's words, he was a dying man, even weaker than his 90-year-old grandmother.
"You're talking nonsense. You even sneaked out to drink yesterday!" The young nurse decisively exposed Alexander's hypocritical mask.
"I'm going to die, how can you be so mean to a dying person, but you're so beautiful -" Alexander said confidently, and the little nurse who looked upright just now immediately smiled.
Oh, you are so good at talking, so talk more. Even though you grow up, you still have a delicate mind.
"Did you drink medical alcohol?" The doctor's attitude was serious. It didn't matter whether he drank alcohol or not. What mattered was the channel through which Alexander obtained the medical alcohol.
"I swear, absolutely not!" Alexander was extremely pious, he really didn't drink alcohol secretly.
"He really didn't. There are events going on in bars outside these days to celebrate the end of the war, and you can drink for free -" the little nurse curled her lips in a lively and playful manner. Alexander was good at everything, but he was a little poor.
This situation is also true. After the news of Mustache's suicide spread, many bars launched free drinking activities. Some bars even placed wine barrels on the street for passers-by to drink.
The consumption level in Cyprus is quite high compared to Russians. If it weren’t for free drinks, given Alexandria’s economic level, I would probably be drooling with envy.
"Drink less, it will affect your body's recovery." The doctor was helpless.
"Really?" Alexander's surprised expression gave the doctor a bad premonition. He wished he could stay in the hospital for a longer time.
The key is that the conditions at the hospital are really good.
The area where Alexander is located is a ward specially provided by the hospital for Allied officers and soldiers. It used to be a high-end sanatorium with beautiful environment and complete facilities. The nurses are all young and beautiful girls. The patient meals are nutritious and they can watch TV every day.
Movies, in Russia, only high-ranking generals are eligible to enjoy.
Alexander's military rank was only captain, not even a school officer.
So Alexander is really happy here. He and all the Russian officers and soldiers receiving treatment in Cyprus may be the only group of people in the world who don't want the world war to end so quickly.
The ward rounds are over, and the rest of the time belongs to Alexander, and he can arrange it freely.
That’s not right, the morning routine still requires infusion. Since Alexander’s body is close to recovery and there is no need to inject antibiotics, Alexander is given a nutritional injection.
"I feel good now, no need for injections." At this time, Alexander no longer pretended to be pitiful. Who would be willing to get an injection if nothing happened.
"No, you are sick. You just said you were going to die. I must be responsible for you." The nurse also deliberately waved the needle in front of Alexander's eyes to signal Alexander to cooperate.
Failure to cooperate will result in serious consequences.
Nurses are humans too, and everyone makes mistakes.
So if Alexander doesn't cooperate, then it's normal for the needle to be inserted crookedly and a few more needles to be inserted.
"If you really want to be responsible for me, then you can marry me -" Alexander smiled, Slavs are so direct in courtship.
The amazing thing is that many girls like this method and the results are quite good.
"Bah, you have a beautiful idea!" The nurse is used to seeing this, hehe, man.
"Hey--" Alexander raised his hands as if to hug him.
The nurse immediately stepped away, and the smile on her face turned cold. It was okay to joke, but it was too much to do anything.
Alexander was not playing hooligan. As soon as the nurse stepped away, Alexander took the bottle filled with nutrient solution from the hanger with lightning speed, opened the mouth of the bottle, raised his head, and was stunned.
"You, you, you -" The nurse was stunned by Alexander's operation.
"--burp--it tastes good. Since it's all about nutritional supplements, it's okay if I drink it directly." Alexander is indeed a naughty kid, and he is very proud of having succeeded in a prank.
"Oh, it's okay. There's plenty of nutrient solution. I'll treat you to this bottle!" The nurse tried her best to make her expression fierce, like a milk cat baring its teeth and claws.
Yeah, Persian cat.
Alexander will definitely not wait to give you the injection. As soon as the nurse left, Alexander jumped out of the window and left the ward, blending into the group of patients basking in the sun on the garden lawn.
"Good morning Song - you look in good spirits today Andre - Ivan, do you still have your gentleman? Give me one." Alexander has met many good friends from various countries in the past few months in the hospital.
There are all.
Gentleman is a kind of cigarette specially issued to the officer class by the Southern African Expeditionary Force. It has a filter tip design and is said to be greatly less harmful to the body.
This is actually a promotional strategy of tobacco companies. The only way to avoid harming the body is not to smoke.
As for the filter, it appeared as early as 1925, but it has never been used on a large scale, and there are no suitable materials, so the effect is not good.
Tobacco companies in southern Africa are conducting research on filters and using activated carbon as the raw material for filters. Before this, most filters were made of cotton.
"Let's go have a drink together to celebrate that the war is about to end." Song Xing from southern Africa invited warmly.
"What's there to celebrate? You should reflect!" Alexander was in a bad mood and couldn't help but pick up the pot.
Speaking of reflection, not long ago, Americans made a movie that reflected on the theme of war. It told the story of a soldier who finally returned to life with the help of his family and friends after experiencing a cruel battlefield.
Americans are keen on movies with similar themes, and there is a huge market in the United States.
In southern Africa, there is not much market for similar themes.
The reason is also very simple.
Most of the wars that American soldiers participated in were unjust. Even in World War II in the name of "justice", the United States still had unshirkable responsibilities, so it should not reflect on it.
Southern Africans have nothing to reflect on. The vast majority of the southern African expeditionary officers and soldiers really joined the army with the noble idea of saving Europe and maintaining peace. For them, war is just. What is there to reflect on?
Isn’t it enough to reflect on the gains Southern Africa gained from the war?
Then the British and the French have something to say.
"Oh, for you, there really is nothing to celebrate." Tom from the United States felt strange. He didn't know why, but a bad atmosphere suddenly blew into the garden.
