171 British-Russian Allied Forces (1)
In January 1837, diplomatic relations were established for the first time since the end of the war between Britain and Russia.
As the fierce battle between Britain and Russia that never seemed to end came to an end, now the key issue was the restoration of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
At that very moment, unexpected news arrived for Lee Hwan.
“Circular towed artillery?”
“Yes, it is. It is reported that the first pristine towed artillery we built is being developed in the UK.”
The Easterfield Central Intelligence Agency deliberately leaked technology from the California Defense Research Institute.
Such technology leaks have produced a scene in which Britain risked its life and devoted itself to development even while its national power was declining due to the war.
Now it was my turn to see what it would look like.
“The performance of the tow gun is superficially similar to that of the ESA series. Theoretically, it has a maximum range of about 15 km, and when mounted in a turret type, it can be applied in naval battles.”
“What is the technique of the retractable two-seater?”
“Perhaps there will be a crucial problem here. The theory of the two-seater that we spilled was completely wrong from the start, and the essential design of the hydraulic press was very bad. Probably, if a field artillery was made based on a fake two-seater, it would most likely lead to a misfire due to an explosion of the barrel or a gas leak while firing.”
“Fufu, is that so?”
“Obviously, seeing the establishment of diplomatic ties between Britain and Russia, it seems that they are thinking of trying something with this artillery in the near future, but I wonder if the war will start as soon as the war begins.”
Even in Lee Hwan’s opinion, it was a little strange that diplomatic relations and commerce could be established at this timing faster than normal diplomatic restoration.
His thoughts were right.
“Hmm, then I guess I’ll have to get Britain and Russia going crazy on their feet… … .”
“Are you saying that we should throw the bait and make it conquer with unfinished technology?”
“That’s exactly what it is.”
“Then use Australia as your bait.”
“australia?”
“Australia’s majesty from the open-air gold mines is truly awe-inspiring. Why don’t we just let the whole world know about this and make Britain go crazy?”
Britain gained Australia through the war with France, but sold Australia to Easterfield in the war with Russia.
What if it turns out that there is enough gold here to completely cover Britain’s fiscal deficit?
“Fufu, that would make a very interesting picture just like that.”
“Shall we move the Central Intelligence Agency and leak some information?”
Lee Hwan shook his head.
“No, we will go head-to-head. Bring in the foreign press from France and let the British know about the existence of the open pit gold mine.”
“Are you saying you should use the newspaper?”
“Yes. You use the newspaper to catch a big fish called England. However, you do not need to tell us how many troops are currently stationed in Australia. To them, Australia is just a barren land overflowing with gold.”
Even if only the troops currently stationed in Australia were gathered, it would be enough to push away not only Britain but also Russia.
However, war was not that simple, so he was just waiting for the right time.
While waiting for that moment, Lee Hwan is trying to induce Britain to hit the rock with an egg first.
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While diplomatic ties between Britain and Russia were established, rumors began to circulate that there was an open-air gold mine in Australia in Paris, France.
These rumors came from newspaper reporters, and the public credibility was enough to be recognized by the restoration of the monarchy in France.
Upon hearing this news, Britain was outraged.
Koo!
“… … damn it! If only it wasn’t for the war with Russia!”
“What do you think about retaking Australia?”
Arthur Wellesley, a war veteran, thought an expedition to Australia was never possible.
“No, that is nonsense.”
“But right now our British finances are not strong enough to complete the artillery development.”
“However, if we declare war blindly as it is now, it will be trampled by Easterfield federal forces and Britain will be erased from the map in an instant.”
The Duke of Wellington seemed to be upset.
If it were not for war, Britain could have strengthened its national power without colonization based on Australia’s gold in the future.
With such regret and his sigh that leaked out of lamentation, his aides came up with an idea.
“Sir, how about this then?”
“Is this?”
“There are a lot of Jewish capitalists in our UK who want Israel. What if we confer titles on them and promise to bring Israel back?”
The Duke of Wellington, who had just been rubbing his temples, opened his eyes.
Jews were particularly obsessed with titles.
It was not only because of the racism that the Jews had suffered so far, but also because of their longing for a land they had to reclaim in the future.
The Jewish desire to move the European powers to reclaim Israel has created the title obsession that we have today.
“Until now, we England have never conferred a title on a Jew.”
“Yes, it is. Almost all of them are discussing the conferment of barons in Germany and Austria, but we are not even talking about it.”
There is still no Jewish baron.
Even though the Asian descent set up a country of immigrants and established a powerful imperial federation, Britain did not bring out a baron’s son or daughter.
This meant that British aristocratic society was closed, numbered, and rigid.
Of course, Austria is only considering conferring the title of baron in a positive way, but no full-scale conferment has been made yet.
It was only recognized that they could wear the same clothes and decorations as aristocrats and could own private land and property.
“If we confer titles before Austria, their money will be enough to complete the artillery.”
“… … yes, that would be it If a banker hears that they can also make artillery, of course they will be willing to pay.”
“of course. If they can finance our war and become merchant bankers, they can even outrun the East Bank, which dominates Europe.”
For now, it was London without East Bank that was just a tabletop discussion, or a snack on the subject of ‘what if’ exchanged at a drinking party.
Now that Eastbank has taken over Europe, the existing merchant bankers were only trying to transform themselves into commercial bankers.
This is because they are no longer able to engage in investment activities such as buying bills and handling bonds.
For them as well, this will definitely be an opportunity for a leap forward.
“It would be a very sweet bait.”
“Shall we contact you right now?”
“Okay then, try to contact me very secretly. What about the Goldman family?”
“Gold is fine. They must be grinding their teeth on Easterfield.”
“Are you grinding your teeth?”
“Didn’t Rachel of the family give Easterfield I all the money she had to marry her, but in the end it didn’t work out? Perhaps if Rachel Goldman had married Easterfield I, the Goldman family would be in control of the international financial markets by now.”
“… … Became king?”
“Yes, it is.”
The winner of the marriage contest became King of the Netherlands, but Rachel Goldman had not yet been married and was growing old in the back room.
Then, of course, it would be possible to invest, the UK thought so.
“I will meet with the Goldman family in person. Can you let go of my legs?”
“of course! So, shall we contact Rachel Goldman, who may have the most bitter feelings in the Goldman family?”
“It’s Rachel Goldman… … ?”
“I think the tangent would be much easier that way.”
The business people are unbelievable people, but they are also people who need to give back as much as they have received in order to get rid of their temper.
The Duke of Wellington was convinced that this meeting with Goldman would be another opportunity for him.
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On the other hand, Rachel, who heard this news, folded the letter like it was absurd.
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“… … Weird people. How can you offer us a military investment in this situation?”
The person reading the letter was Abraham Goldman.
His eyes lit up.
“Isn’t this an opportunity?”
“A chance?”
“A chance for us to become British aristocrats!”
Until now, Abraham had ambitions to become a nobleman and to advance into the Middle East by borrowing the power of England.
That ambition was thwarted by the marriage of Easterfield I and Elizabeth I, but he still had a chance.
His thoughts were incomprehensible to Rachel.
“Let’s say they joined hands with us and received military investment to complete the artillery. That doesn’t mean you can’t beat the Easterfield Federation, right?”
“You can’t win. We just want to invest in the UK and get a title. It’s not about where the money we invested is going to evaporate.”
The UK has so far issued a huge amount of console bonds to finance armaments, and now its finances are nearing a bottom just by paying the interest.
If the development of this artillery is frustrated, they will be left beggars.
Rachel wondered if Abraham’s ambitions could ruin the family.
“Brother, now I am leaving for Easterfield.”
“… … what? they want you Are you still going to abandon your family and follow Easterfield?!”
“I will invest for the future. I’m not wasting my time swimming on the ground.”
“Put on the ground and swim… … ?”
“If we forsake Easterfield now, we will surely regret it later. Easterfield I is clearly a merciful man, but he never spares his traitorous forces alive. My brother’s choice today will lead to the destruction of our family in the future.”
“… … Does not matter.”
Rachel’s head tilted to the side.
No matter how much you think about it, it is because the Abraham of today was not sane.
She held Abraham’s face straight.
“Brother! Why the hell are you here? Why is it that we have no choice but to follow England like this?”
“… … I have long dreamed of living as an aristocrat. And now that opportunity has come to us. But do you think it makes sense for me to stay still?”
Ambition sometimes ruins people.
Rachel thought it was her turn.
“like. I will.”