Chapter 2406： Scandinavian One

At the same time, Turkey, which controls the Red Sea coast, can also threaten the route from Germany to southern Africa. If Turkey is neutral or inclined to the allies, then the Mediterranean-Red Sea-Indian Ocean route is undoubtedly the safest, and if Turkey is against the water, then This route is the most dangerous, directly cutting off the connection between the Allies and Southern Africa in the direction of the Indian Ocean!

Kemal has seen the strength of the German army, and may not act rashly, but this generation of Turks who have fought with the German army will eventually pass away. After 20 years, who can guarantee that Turkey will not take risks? In order to deal with the possible backlash in Turkey, Germany and Austria need a strong reserve force! This is really a difficult thing to do.

"We are not clear about the future. However, we have reached a consensus on one point, that is, if Turkey insists on taking action on the Arabian Peninsula, we must make some preparations and be alert to Americans who may infiltrate Turkey. "Compared to the Italian issue, everyone can finally come up with a mature plan. Regarding Turkey, the German senior level has not formed a unified opinion.

However, there is agreement on restricting Turkey’s further expansion and guarding against the United States. As for the next step, it depends on the actions of the Turkish government.

"After the end of this world war, a new country appeared to the north of us, and now there are 3 countries in Scandinavia. Norway, Sweden and Finland. Our attitude towards these countries What?" Prince Baden started the next topic.

"Sweden has always been neutral since the Napoleonic era. It is also a country with certain strength. They have no ambitions to expand abroad. At the same time, the economy and people’s livelihood are also very good. Sweden can be our economic ally, but we want to pull in. It is unlikely in a military alliance."

"Norway and Sweden have similar attitudes, but because of the long coastline of Norway, Norwegian ports are very important for the control of the North Sea. If we can control Norway and Iceland in our hands, then the east coast of Britain will become the high seas fleet. Iceland, the Shetland Islands, and Norway will form a continuous blockade to completely lock the north and east of Britain. The high seas fleet will get a very safe passage in and out of the North Sea. Therefore, we must at least let Norway It is inclined to us during the war. That's it." Ruprecht said.

"Norway is really important to the security of the empire, so do we need to pass a treaty to fix the relationship between the two parties?" Prince Baden asked.

"Don't worry, although the empire can use military and political pressure to force Norway to sign such a military treaty, it is not good after all. What we need is a mutually prosperous Europe, not an alliance that is maintained by sabers. In peacetime, economic and commercial means can be used to maintain relations with Norway, at least for the next fifteen years." The crown prince said.

"Fifteen years?" Prince Albert frowned. "I understand what you mean. You mean that even if there is a war between the Empire and Britain, it will be fifteen years later."

"That's it, the Second World War will not come very early, nor will it come very late," the crown prince said.

"Then if the war breaks out, Norway still has not decided to form a military alliance with us?" Prince Albert said.

"Then we first require Norway to have tendentious neutrality, such as allowing our warships to stay in Norwegian ports for a short time and receive supplies. If the British destroy Norway's neutrality, then we can force Norway to make a statement!" Said the crown prince. "If it doesn't work anymore, the military will become a means, but this is the last resort."

"What about Finland? I think Finland would be a good potential ally. Finnish President Carl Juho Stahlberg is a man who favors empire. Of course, this tendency is probably due to Russian pressure, but In any case, as long as they are enemies with Russia, Finland can be our ally." Duke Albrecht said.

"That's it. A few days ago, the Finnish government also submitted a report to us, hoping to strengthen military exchanges with the German Empire." Prince Baden said.

"I have heard about this too, but then when our ambassador tentatively proposed to President Starberg the idea of ​​Finland joining the Allies, the other party was vague. This attitude is very abnormal." Buhler said.

"Could it be that we are a little too eager? A newly independent country will definitely wait and see. We are eagerly wanting Finland to join the Confederate system. The other party obviously has to think about it." The Duke said.

"Finland?" Ruprecht thought of what Finland did in history. If it is purely on the military level, among all the armies that fought side by side with Germany in the 2nd war in history, the combat effectiveness of the Finnish army was still Very high, the frustration of the Soviet Union in the Soviet-Finnish War can explain this problem. In fact, whether it is in history or on this plane, Finland's biggest and only enemy at this stage is Russia!

If you follow the general national thinking At this time, find a thigh hug? And obviously, Germany is such a thick thigh! In history, whether it is Hungary, which wants to restore the territory of the old days, or Romania, which has a sharp contradiction with the Soviet Union, finally walked with Germany to illustrate this point, but how to say? The most indispensable thing in this world is the exception! And Finland is such a country!

Finland’s main enemy is Russia, but at the same time Finland is unwilling to get involved with the big powers, thus becoming the cannon fodder in the hands of the big powers! Historically, the Finnish army was passively fighting after receiving and paying for lost ground during the Second World War. Did not act as an ally with Germany. From a purely due diligence perspective, Finland's performance is far inferior to Romania and Hungary.

So what is the reason? To a large extent it is Finland's neutral tendency, or not just Finland, nor Norway and Sweden! From a national perspective, Sweden has finally lost Finland since Gustaf IV. While being interrupted by the Russians, the Swedes realized that the glory and glory that had been past has gone with the wind, and they no longer cared. Disputes on the European continent, you can safely lock yourself in Northern Europe as a salted fish, and you can’t say that such a policy is wrong, because there is no huge military burden. Whether it’s Norway or Sweden, people’s living standards are very high. , And wealthy citizens naturally don’t bother to manage foreign affairs.

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