Southern Africa and Russia currently have a good relationship, with frequent official and private exchanges.
Song Xing's offer of help to Alexander was not polite, there were many ways, and it was irresistible.
If a British person says that he will provide help to the Russians, then the Russians should be careful. It is probably a sugar-coated bomb.
Southern Africans are very pragmatic and do not export their values. They just do business honestly and exchange goods for resources. This will be welcomed in any country.
The key point is that Russia and southern Africa are really two highly complementary countries.
Russia needs commodities, especially light industrial products.
Southern Africa needs resources. It’s okay if the Russians don’t have the ability to develop them. Southern Africans can help you develop them.
Southern Africans are very experienced in developing resources.
Russia has resources, but it lacks the funds and technology for development, as well as insufficient human resources. Russia is a country led by the working class. It is unthinkable to let the country's leadership work for the capitalists in southern Africa.
Southern Africa does not have such concerns. Even if Southern Africa is not imperialist, capitalism cannot escape, and it is not natural to exploit workers.
Moreover, it is not about exploiting workers in southern Africa. This kind of cheap labor is available in neighboring countries. It costs less to work and does not require insurance. It is economical and economical.
So if Alexander needs investment and other things to accumulate some political capital for himself, then Song Xing can really help.
With Mustache's suicide, the German army's will to resist completely collapsed.
In the early morning of May 2, the German garrison commander General Weidling went to Chuikov's command post and signed the surrender order. The last large-scale battle on the European battlefield of World War II finally came to an end.
During the Battle of Berlin, the Russian army annihilated a total of 800,000 German troops, captured more than 380,000 people, captured more than 1,500 tanks and self-propelled artillery, and captured 4,500 aircraft.
Russia itself also paid a price of nearly 300,000 casualties.
The Allies were very satisfied with this result.
Although the Russians paid a heavy price, they gained honor, washed away the humiliation at the beginning of the war, and won the final victory.
Southern Africa and the British and American forces avoided losses. Eisenhower said in an interview with reporters that he deliberately gave Berlin to Russia because he knew that if the Allied forces on the Western Front participated in the Battle of Berlin, they would at least pay
The price was 100,000 casualties.
The implication is that Eisenhower saved the lives of 100,000 Allied troops on the Western Front and used retreat to advance, which made Eisenhower understand.
Actually it's just nonsense.
When the Allied forces on the Western Front crossed the Elbe River, Berlin was already surrounded by Russian troops. Even if the Allied forces on the Western Front wanted to participate, they could not get involved and could only watch the Russians capture Berlin in dismay.
If there is a chance, Eisenhower will not hesitate to pounce on it and add the most glorious stroke to his resume. Eisenhower, who has decided to change careers, will definitely not let go of this opportunity.
Patton did not change his career. He knew what field he was good at. This kind of military and political excellence was impossible in southern Africa. Even if he wanted to, Patton could not compete with Gavin, who was favored by everyone.
Taking into account Washington's commitments, the Southern African Expeditionary Force cannot compete with Russia on the issue of occupying Berlin.
Unlike Eisenhower, whose mind was no longer in Europe, Patton did not overly brag about his achievements when interviewed by reporters, but instead expressed great concern for the ongoing humanitarian disaster in Berlin.
This issue is actually one that is deliberately avoided within the Allied forces.
Due to well-known reasons, the Russian army carried out brutal revenge on the Germans after they invaded Germany. This is understandable. Tooth for tooth, eye for eye, is the principle of Europeans. Retaliation with kindness does not exist. If you hit a snake, you will die.
Its harm.
Although the truth is this, the conclusions drawn from different positions are also different. From Russia's standpoint, there are enough reasons to carry out brutal revenge on the Germans.
From the standpoint of the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces on the Western Front, I am also qualified to express my concern about when retribution will come.
Patton was very skillful. When talking about this topic, he did not focus on the behavior of the Russian army, but focused on the harm caused by the war to civilians.
This is in line with Europeans’ positioning of chivalry.
Among the eight virtues of knights is "mercy".
Sympathize with the weak and support justice.
The Germans should pay the price for the war, but it is the German ruling class who should pay the price, and innocent people should not be implicated.
"The war is coming to an end. Next, our focus will shift from the war to post-war reconstruction. Reconstruction here is not only material, but also exists in a wide range of spiritual fields. Forgiveness and forgiveness are virtues. It may be inappropriate to say this, but
Should not be forgotten." If Patton's expression were heard by Russians, most of them would be furious.
But in the Western Front Allies, it perfectly fits the positioning of the Allies who were forced to participate in this war.
Southern Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States have always placed all the blame for the outbreak of the war on Germany.
As for the objective reasons and deep-seated reasons, no one pays attention to it. It would be treason to raise this topic at this time.
Cassandra, a senior reporter from the British "Times" who interviewed Barton, nodded repeatedly. Barton's words were very consistent with the position of "The Times".
The Times has always emphasized neutrality and objectivity.
It doesn't matter whether it is truly neutral and objective. As long as you keep repeating it, a lie will become the truth if it is repeated a thousand times.
What is neutrality and objectivity?
Look at the problem with absolute rationality.
Therefore, it is not important whether Russia should retaliate against Germany, but the tragic fate of ordinary Germans should be of more concern.
Thinking about it, the Germans are indeed quite miserable.
Germany was reunified very late. By the time the Germans thought about opening their eyes to the world, the world had already been divided up by the old colonialist countries.
The Germans were unwilling to give in and worked hard for twenty years to defeat France and win hegemony on the European continent.
But this is not enough. Germany needs a broader market.
So the Germans continued their efforts and launched a world war to challenge British hegemony around the world.
Both world wars broke out against this background.
In southern Africa, the hard work of several generations has finally resulted in the destruction of the country and the destruction of the family, which makes everyone feel sad.
Especially for British people.
"So, the humanitarian crisis that broke out in Berlin stemmed from Russia's revenge on Germany -" Cassandra's expression was much braver than Barton's.
This is of course also guidance.
If Patton nodded at this time, tomorrow's "The Times" would publish news about the Allied Commander-in-Chief on the Western Front condemning Russian atrocities.
"From a military standpoint, I don't agree with what you said. I don't think Russia should be responsible for the civilians in Berlin. That would be unfair to the civilians who died innocently in the siege of St. Petersburg and in previous battles in Russia." Patton even said that before and after.
Contradictory and very clear attitude.
The winner should not be blamed.
Zhukov and Chuikov would not refrain from using heavy weapons in Berlin just to avoid civilian casualties in Berlin.
After all, the German army did not hold back when it attacked Russian cities.
"What do you mean?" Cassandra was slightly disappointed. Barton was smarter than he thought and didn't take the bait.
Generally speaking, soldiers are not good at dealing with the media. If you are not careful, you will fall into deliberately set text traps.
Barton has rich experience. Even if he says something wrong, it doesn't matter. The editor of The Times will definitely modify the information that is unfavorable to Barton when reviewing it.
"What I mean is that we have made preparations for post-war reconstruction, starting with material rescue. As far as I know, Berlin's food supply was exhausted a week ago." Patton left the choice to Russia.
people.
Before the Battle of Berlin broke out, there was already a food crisis in Berlin. The German government must give priority to ensuring the supply of the army, and then civilians.
The Russian army advanced very quickly, and before many civilians had time to evacuate, Berlin was surrounded.
Although there is no data on civilian casualties yet, it can be speculated that it is quite different.
Patton didn't care how Russia retaliated against the Germans, it had nothing to do with Patton.
No matter how ruthless Russia is, it must at least show off its appearance.
Now the situation is clear. The Allied forces on the Western Front are ready to assist the civilians in Berlin. Will Russia follow?
Not to help is to be insensitive and callous, and the cruel nature is fully exposed.
In case of assistance——
Let’s not talk about willingness or not. Russia has not had an easy life in recent years. Now that the battle line has just been pushed into Germany, domestic production has not yet recovered, and its own food is very tight. How much can it do to help the civilians in Berlin?
The Times was very efficient and published Patton's interview the next day. It is said that the bearded man became furious after seeing it.
After the anger is gone, you still have to face real problems.
Patton's statement really made the bearded man uncomfortable.
Big Beard never wanted to let the Germans go. For Russia, only by occupying Germany could it relieve its hatred. It would be best to directly annex Germany to Russia.
This is obviously impossible. Even if the Germans are willing, it is impossible for the Western Front allies to agree. With German technology and Russian resources, it will not be able to take off in place.
"We must express something. This is not only related to Russia's image, but also related to the rule of Germany after the war." Molotov is one of the few people in Moscow who can speak in front of the bearded man.
"Call Andre Fernandez, I need an explanation from the federal government of Southern Africa." The bearded man was in a bad mood. If Patton stood in front of him, he would tear Patton directly to pieces.
To tear him apart is a bit exaggerated, and to use artillery to execute him can relieve the hatred in his heart.
Russia has been fighting hard for four years, and now it has finally won the final victory. I haven't been happy for a few days, but Patton comes to add to the trouble. How about your chivalry!
Speaking of chivalry, this is what The Times emphasizes.
What Europeans call chivalry and gentlemanliness have been lost for too long.
The two world wars were used to seeing hostility and betrayal between countries. The promises made in black and white were easily ignored. The so-called "civilized society" that Europeans had worked hard to build for a hundred or two hundred years was destroyed in one day.
A hundred or two hundred years ago, I was too busy being a pirate to be a gentleman.
When a pirate comes ashore, he has to take a shower, change his clothes, and change his appearance.
Although Patton's words and deeds were unconventional, they restored the chivalry that Europeans boasted about. It is time to pick up these long-lost things again.
Andre Fernandez has also been in a bad mood recently. As the ambassador of Southern Africa to Russia, his responsibility is to act as a liaison between Southern Africa and Russia. During this time, as the Russian army advances on the battlefield, this job has become more and more difficult.
The worse it gets.
"This is just Marshal Patton's personal statement and does not represent the attitude of the federal government of Southern Africa." Fernandez tried to explain that as a soldier, it is normal to say and do some outrageous things. Being cautious in your words and deeds has nothing to do with soldiers.
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At least it has nothing to do with famous generals.
Most famous generals have distinctive personal styles, and the Russian generals are not perfect either.
If it's really going to be perfect, then it's the bearded man's turn to worry.
The last person with a perfect media image was a man with a mustache.
"This is not a reason for someone to speak nonsense in front of the media. We have not yet completely won the victory. At this time, we should work together and not be suspicious of each other!" The bearded man reminded Fernandez that the East Asian devils have not yet been solved.
At the Yalta Conference, allied leaders reaffirmed the order of Europe first and Asia first, and Big Beard also promised that once the war in Europe is over, the Russian army will shift its attack direction to East Asia.
Now that the Germans have surrendered, Japan is still resisting. Big Beard has not given up Russia's influence in the Far East and has begun to prepare for an attack on Japan.
There is also a blood feud between Russia and Japan. The Russo-Japanese War, although it has nothing to do with today's Russia, is a painful experience that all Russians cannot forget. All Russians deeply remember that Japan stepped on Russia's corpse to rise to the top of the world.
The forest of powerful countries.
As the loving father of Russia, Big Beard will always remember this debt.
Now that he finally had a chance to take revenge, Big Beard had been looking forward to what kind of cruel method the Russian army would use to retaliate against the Japanese when they set foot on Japanese soil.
It's definitely more cruel than the way it was treated against the Germans.
"Of course, Southern Africa has always been Russia's most reliable ally, and I will convey your attitude to Pretoria." Fernandez is not afraid of the threat of the bearded man.
What the bearded man means is that if you southern Africans continue to undermine Russia, Russia will no longer care about Japan.
Is this a threat to southern Africa?
Don't be ridiculous, if Russia does not participate in the war in East Asia, then I'm afraid Roark will lose his big teeth.
It would be better if the United States did not participate as well, which is a dream.
