Chapter 325： American Edition

On the first day of the Civil War, Sumter Fortress fell. The fleet transported by the northern government just looked at Aimo can help.

The next day, President Lincoln ordered the recruitment of 75,000 state militiamen for 90 days to suppress the southern rebellion.

Obviously, the northern government has not realized the seriousness of this civil war, and believes that as long as no country interferes, they can easily suppress it.

The southern government first succeeded, winning a military victory, but losing a political advantage.

The northern states, whose original positions were uncertain, united for a short time. Under the influence of capitalists' manipulation of public opinion, patriotic youths joined the army.

Democrat leader Stephen Douglas, who was originally inclined to the south, also stood on the stand of the northern government at this moment, accusing the southern government of provoking civil war.

Publicly declared: "There are no neutrals in this civil war, either patriots or traitors."

Almost every northern state has exceeded its enlistment. Insufficient training, lack of weapons and equipment, no discipline, and insufficient officers are all common problems in the northern states.

But this is not important. Anyway, it is all cannon fodder, as long as there is a cavity of blood.

Looking at the army gathered in the Quartet, the spirited President Lincoln was ready for the victory.

The Secretary of War said angrily: "His President, Maryland and Delaware rejected the enlistment and they barred federal troops from entering."

These two states are very interesting. Some support the south, and some support the north. Both sides remained deadlocked before remaining in the northern government.

In particular, Washington is still in the siege of Maryland. If this state falls to the southern government, it may not be long before the northern government becomes a prisoner.

President Lincoln asked: "How many more troops are there in the Washington area?"

The Minister of War replied: "In addition to the newly mobilized militias, we currently have a total of 30,000 soldiers."

President Lincoln asked cautiously: "How confident are you if the government wants to resolve Maryland by force?"

The Minister of War replied: "Maryland has mobilized about 30,000 armed forces supporting the rebels in the South and about 20,000 still loyal to the government.

In general, forces that tend to rebel have an advantage. Restricted by each other, Maryland is still neutral.

Without the reinforcements of the South, we have a nine-level chance of winning. "

How could this be possible without the reinforcements of the South? You must know that the southern states have been preparing for war, and the preparations of the northern government have just begun.

Fortunately, this era is limited by traffic, and the United States is large enough. It will take a lot of time from mobilization to assembly.

Otherwise, if the speed of the southern government was to blitz, the northern government would not be able to afford it. It is estimated that before they complete the mobilization, the central government will become a prisoner.

Once the headless dragons appeared, the war was divided. As an immigrant country, Americans' patriotic enthusiasm in this era lasted at most a month or two.

The people returned to reason, and many people were unwilling to continue their lives. Historically, in order to win this war, the northern government did not forcely recruit soldiers.

After hesitating for a while, Lincoln made an amazing decision: "I went to Maryland to do their ideological work in person, and you were ready for military action.

Once diplomatic efforts fail, you must join forces with those who support us to take military action, and it must be fast. "

There is no alternative. Virginia, next door to Maryland, has declared independence. As soon as the war broke out in Maryland, the southern army next door was killed immediately.

Don't look at the Secretary of War's vows of guarantees that have nine levels of success, but this is based on the situation of the enemy's isolation. With the support of the Southern Government Army, President Lincoln does not think he can easily win.

The military odds are small, so use political tools that he is better at.

The Secretary of State reminded: "His Excellency President, at this time you have to preside over the big picture and it is not suitable to leave Washington."

President Lincoln shook his head and said, "But how can I resolve the Maryland threat myself? As long as this threat is not resolved in one day, Washington is under threat from the enemy.

Maryland is not yet independent. As president of the federal government, they will not do anything to me. "

The political struggle in the United States is still relatively modest. Even if he runs to a place that favors the south, don't worry about danger.

This point in history has proved that after the defeat of the Southern Government, the high-level officials have hardly been liquidated, and they are still rich.

The Secretary of State is not worried about the personal safety of the President. Even if the President dies and the Vice President is on top, it is always the spokesperson of the interests of the capitalists. It is the same for anyone.

He was just worried about the President and ran over to do ideological work. Instead of pulling back the supporters of the Southern Government, he forced Maryland back, and the government's face was lost.

Don't look at Lincoln's high appraisal in history books, people don't recognize his ability this time. His performance was also unsatisfactory, especially when dealing with the South.

Of course, I am satisfied with the interest groups behind him. Many capitalists believe that the win is in their hands. As long as the rebellion is suppressed, they can get cheap industrial raw materials and markets.

In essence, the capitalists in the north wanted to turn the south into an economic colony, and the southern states would react so fiercely.

However, there is no need to explain this misunderstanding. It is the basic quality of politicians to see and not to say.

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On April 20, 1861, a week after the outbreak of the Civil War, Lincoln feasted local celebrities in Maryland.

The opening was naturally a passionate speech, but half of them were applauding, and the other half were watching the lively, the scene was very awkward.

Naturally, this little scene cannot scare President Lincoln, and it is harmonious to see the excitement. During the speech, someone threw banana peels on the stage. He had all experienced it himself.

The American people are very open in this regard. If you are upset, you are upset, and you will not give the president face.

Lincoln said casually: "Gentlemen, in order to prevent the Southern Rebellion from affecting the stability of Maryland, the federal government has decided to temporarily suspend the" Personal Protection Order "in some areas, and I hope everyone can cooperate with the government."

This is equivalent to military management in disguise. The government's rights without the "Personal Protection Order" have greatly increased, and these celebrities' right to speak will be greatly reduced.

With this protection order, even if they are justly supporting the southern government, the government cannot take them.

Prior to this, a guy named John Merriman was arrested for organizing activities in support of the Southern Government and then released without charge under the Habeas Corpus.

A middle-aged man rightly refused: "It's impossible, the federal government has no right to repeal the Habeas corpus without the approval of the Maryland Legislature."

"Yes, the Constitution provides that the President simply does not have the right to repeal the decree directly!"

"Without even a little legal knowledge, how did you become president?"

"You stupid pig, go home and make up lessons!"

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Those who are inclined to the southern government have spoken out, denounced the federal government's interference in Maryland's internal affairs and violated the federal constitution. Be a little more radical and scold directly.

There have even been public announcements that as long as the federal government dares to interfere in Maryland's internal affairs, they will be independent.

Damaged his own interests, what is the president? Scolding the president is also part of the daily life of the American people. As for the federal government, who frightens them? Is it rare for them to use government regulations as toilet paper?

Seeing the scene, Lincoln knew that relying on language to persuade these people to abandon the southern government and cast a secret vote, there is probably no hope.

Interest determines position. Although Maryland's livestock system is about to survive, but as a farm exporting state, farmers and planters stand together for the benefit.

Lincoln whispered to a middle-aged man next to him and asked, "Are all people here?"

The middle-aged man whispered, "Maryland's influential figures are basically here."

Lincoln nodded with satisfaction, then said unhurriedly: "Looking at everyone's emotions, I think you need to think calmly.

It would be better to rest here tonight, and we will continue to discuss this issue tomorrow. The owner of the room has already arranged, I wish you all a good dream! "

With that said, Lincoln quickly left under the **** of the bodyguards. Perceived that something was wrong, as soon as they stepped out of the door to leave, they found that the federal army was surrounded.

"Oops, we're under house arrest. A bitch-like mess, he dared to break the rules!"

"This is an obvious thing. Today's banquet is a trap. The so-called state affairs is a bait. In order to lie to us, Lincoln, the asshole, went out in person!

"It's too late to say anything, we have become prisoners."

"No, he didn't dare to treat us. The President of the United States does not have such a big right. He did such a thing. I see how he ends!"

...

The swearing of the crowd was no longer heard by President Lincoln. If he had a choice, he wouldn't do it. But the situation is now in crisis and in order to settle Maryland as soon as possible, he has to break the rules.

Today, Lincoln has offended celebrities in Maryland, including those who support the northern government, and now he will definitely not have any favors with him as president.

It may not be long before he becomes the least popular person in Maryland. If you want to participate in the next presidential election, you don't have to think about ballots in this state.

But in order for the United States to reunify, he had no choice. If the problem in Maryland cannot be resolved quickly, once the rebels in the south come over, with the help of these leading parties, they will soon be in Washington.

The federal government still needs time. The federal government must withstand the first wave of pressure before the state's reinforcements arrive.

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