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Text Chapter 1011 Roosevelt¡¯s Decision

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    "What the hell is General Pershing doing? Isn't he the most outstanding general in the Army? Is this how he repays the government for trusting him with the lives of more than two million young Americans? Once we lose these troops, how many will  Families are torn apart because of this, and the angry people will tear us to pieces!" Following closely behind the Finance Minister, Attorney General James.  Clark.  McReynolds also spoke out.

    For a moment, Theodore.  President Roosevelt, Secretary of War Elihu.  Root and Army Chief of Staff Leonard.  Admiral Wood's face became very ugly.  Although this government is the product of a combination of Republicans and Democrats, the Democrats have always been very dissatisfied with the Republican Party's control of the military.  Theodore.  President Roosevelt did not expect that the other party would attack at this time.

    "Okay, don't talk about this anymore, now we have to figure out how to get through this difficulty!" Vice President Woodrow.  Wilson said.  Originally, the vice president of the United States had no power and was just a backup to the president.  When the president has an accident, dies, or is unable to handle state affairs, he automatically becomes the president of the United States.  However, if the president is always in good health and no accidents occur, then the vice president can only always be a backup.

    However, this administration is different. Most of the positions in the cabinet are held by Democrats, which makes Vice President Woodrow.  Wilson also had great influence in the cabinet.  Nowadays, almost all internal affairs in the United States are presided over by the Democratic Party.

    Under Vice President Woodrow.  After Wilson opened his mouth, other Democratic cabinet members who had wanted to take advantage of the situation had to keep their mouths shut.  It¡¯s not that they don¡¯t know that the two parties now need to unite to overcome the difficulties, but they just want to take the opportunity to attack Theodore.  President Roosevelt's prestige.  Although Theodore.  President Roosevelt promised to resign once the war was over.  But if the United States really won the war, Theodore.  Roosevelt's prestige will rise to an extremely terrifying level, and may even rival Presidents Washington and Lincoln.  If Theodore  If President Roosevelt wants to break his promise and get rich, there is really nothing the Democratic Party can do about him.

    But fortunately Woodrow.  Vice President Wilson knew that now was not the time to engage in internal strife. If the US troops on the front line were surrounded and annihilated by the Chinese army, it would be a huge disaster for the United States.  Even if the Democratic Party can bring Theodore.  President Roosevelt was removed from office.  But if the country is destroyed, even if the Democratic Party can replace the Republican Party, what's the point?

    "Your Excellency, what do you mean? Do you want to agree to General Pershing's suggestion and let the main force of our army withdraw from Mexico City?" Woodrow.  Vice President Wilson asked.  The battle situation on the front line changed so quickly that it also exceeded his expectations.  Previously, the U.S. Department of War claimed that the central Mexican defense line was impregnable and could withstand the Chinese army.

    "From the current point of view, if we continue to hold on to Mexico City, our main force is likely to be surrounded by the Chinese. If we suffer heavy losses by then, we will not be able to persist in the rest of the war!" Theodore.  President Roosevelt said.  Although he was very reluctant, looking at the overall interests, he still felt that he should agree to Admiral Pershing's suggestion.  Although the war has been going on for more than half a year, it is only the beginning of this long war. The United States cannot lose the war prematurely. Only by continuing to persevere will it have a chance.  In addition, Theodore.  President Roosevelt also knew that the reason for such a situation on the front line was not that General Pershing was incompetent, but that the Chinese were too cunning and powerful.  It is absolutely impossible for any general to succeed General Pershing to do better than General Pershing!

    "Is the situation on the Mexican front really that bad, Mr. President? We have to prepare ourselves for the repercussions at home if the people know that our troops were defeated in central Mexico. The people support us to replace Taft as the  What I hope is that we can lead the country out of failure. If the people cannot meet this requirement, they will definitely be disappointed with the government!" Secretary of State William.  James.  Brian said.  As for controlling public opinion, there is no need to think about it.  A very important reason why they attacked Taft when they overthrew the Taft government before was that the Taft government controlled public opinion and deceived the people.  Therefore, if the US military withdraws from Mexico City, the people will soon know what happened.  When the time comes, Theodore.  The Roosevelt administration will face a serious crisis of confidence, and may follow in the footsteps of the Taft administration!

    After listening to Secretary of State William.  James.  After Brian's words, Theodore.  President Roosevelt couldn't help but hesitate.  If possible, he certainly hopes that General Pershing can continue to hold the defense line in central Mexico, even if it lasts for another month!

    ¡°Has General Wood¡¯s defense line in central Mexico really reached the point of abandonment? If we attack Mexico again,Can Brotherhood send troops to the front to withstand the Chinese attack?  asked President Theodore Roosevelt.

    He has not given up completely yet. If possible, he certainly hopes that the central Mexican defense line can persist, even if it requires more casualties.

    "Your Excellency, this is very difficult. From the telegram sent by General Pershing, we can know that now we have no way to deal with this new tactic of the Chinese. The Chinese use new weapons as an assault force, and any of our defense lines will become  There is no way to stop their advance. Moreover, General Pershing¡¯s rear channel is now in serious crisis. If the Chinese take the lead and cut off General Pershing¡¯s retreat path, then our troops on the central Mexican defense line will  It's all over. In the previous war, we have lost almost 1.5 million troops. In the current battle, we will lose at least 500,000 to 1 million troops. This is still the most optimistic  Under the circumstances. Although the Army has recruited more recruits in the country, there will be no problem with weapons supply. But everyone must understand that when it comes to manpower, we are definitely no match for the Chinese. Our population is only one-seventh of the Chinese.  Just one. Moreover, our current battle losses are much greater than those of the Chinese. If this continues, we will not have enough troops to continue fighting with the Chinese!" Leonard.  Admiral Wood said seriously.  His words made the senior officials of the US cabinet feel very heavy.

    "Yes! When it comes to population, even if all the Allied Powers combined are no match for the Chinese. Their terrifying population base is enough to make all opponents tremble in fear!" Theodore.  President Roosevelt said.  China can easily mobilize tens of millions of troops and it will not have much impact on the country.  For the United States, mobilizing tens of millions of troops is already doing its best.  Now, in order to mobilize more troops, the United States has relaxed its draft requirements. All men between the ages of 18 and under 35 can join the army.  Moreover, in order to make up for the shortage of labor force after a large number of adult men join the military, the US government has been mobilizing women to participate in the work instead of just being housewives.

    The cabinet members of the U.S. government all turned pale. When they thought of China's huge population base, their courage was severely damaged.  Once upon a time, China's huge population meant a huge market that could be plundered and enslaved by the United States and other Western powers.  However, when these Chinese got rid of their shackles, rose rapidly, and possessed the world's top industrial strength, they quickly became a nightmare for the Western powers.  What's more serious is that the Western powers have not been able to unite, but have divided into two parties fighting fiercely. This undoubtedly gives the Chinese an excellent opportunity!  It is conceivable that once the Chinese win the final victory of the war, the yellow race may once again rule the world, just like the history before the rise of the West.

    "Now, do you have any objections to General Pershing's proposal to withdraw?" Theodore.  President Roosevelt asked.  He cannot act arbitrarily on such a major matter, it needs to be approved by the cabinet members.  But he knew that at this time, no one would oppose him anymore.

    At this moment, people in the office were knocked.  Then Theodore.  President Roosevelt's secretary came in.

    "Your Excellency, General Pershing sent the latest military news. Lieutenant General Richard, commander of the 19th Army, led his troops to surrender to the Chinese. He did not comply with General Pershing's request to hold on to Puebla!  "The secretary said.

    "What? How could this happen?" Leonard.  Admiral Wood jumped to his feet immediately.  As an army general, he knew what kind of impact Lieutenant General Richard's surrender would have on General Pershing and the main force of the US military.  The most direct thing is that the Chinese army can immediately move north and cut off General Pershing's retreat.

    "That damn coward, he actually surrendered to the Chinese. He should be sent to a military court and hanged!" the cabinet members cursed one after another.  It seems that General Pershing ordered Lieutenant General Richard to die, and Lieutenant General Richard's surrender meant he deserved death.  However, they seemed to have forgotten that even if Lieutenant General Richard was to be tried, it would have to wait until the end of the war.  If the United States loses the war, they will all become subjugated slaves. It is even more delusional to try Lieutenant General Richard.

    "Okay! General Wood, please send a telegram to General Pershing immediately. The government agrees to his withdrawal from central Mexico!" Theodore.  President Roosevelt made a decision immediately!
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