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    Soldiers are needed to fight a war.  Even in later generations, missiles can be launched thousands or even 10,000 to 20,000 kilometers away, and a large number of troops are still needed to fight a local war.  Just like the Iraq War, although the United States won quickly, it still invested nearly 200,000 troops. During the occupation, the total number of U.S. casualties exceeded 50,000, including more than 7,000 deaths.  Although the main reason was that there were a lot of injuries, the consumption was mediocre.  And this is just the "human" investment In the war in Iraq, the United States' investment in materials and funds was astronomical.  Such a local war would be simply unimaginable if it were placed in some small countries.  ??Similarly, during World War II, war was also a business that burned money and people.  Japan¡¯s population is not small, but after all, it is just an island country. Siberia, China, and the Philippines, plus the number of troops stationed in its homeland, have reached its limit.  Therefore, when they attacked Australia, their main force became labor reform prisoners from Siberia.  In addition, its industrial output is simply not on the table for European countries and the United States.  If it had not been supported by the materials and wealth plundered from China over the years, this country's economy would have collapsed long ago.  Therefore, after discovering that Japan suddenly launched an attack on Australia, the British breathed a sigh of relief It is impossible for the Japanese to launch attacks on Malaya, Singapore, and Burma in a short time.  Their defense line in the eastern Indian Ocean should be secure.  "It's a pity that the British don't understand the Japanese, let alone that at this time, Japan from top to bottom, from the top of the country to the ordinary people, has fallen into a crazy situation Such a country is unreasonable.  Therefore, facing such a dangerous and unpredictable country, we should always be vigilant.  However, the British just believed that Japan could no longer use excess troops, let alone have enough financial resources to support a large-scale campaign.  So, they "fell".  Just when Chuichi Nagumo's fleet invested tens of thousands of troops in Brisbane, used its main naval force to defeat Australia's small fleet, and then began to bombard Sydney, the Southern Army led by Juichi Terauchi of the Philippines "raided"  to Siam.  This "raid" operation received the full cooperation of the Japanese Ambassador to Siam, Tsubogami Teiji.  On the night when the Japanese army was about to launch an attack.  Tsubogami Teiji hosted a banquet in the embassy to invite Thai dignitaries.  Perhaps because they have been worried about the Japanese attack and did not want to give the Japanese an excuse to get angry, most of the Thai cabinet, National Assembly and military dignitaries attended this event, except for Prime Minister Phibun Songkram who was not in the capital.  banquet.  Unexpectedly, the banquet was held until midnight.  Pingshang's face suddenly sank, and he ordered the embassy door to be closed, detaining all Thailand's dignitaries inside the embassy, ??and then asked them to negotiate for the Japanese troops to be stationed.  At this time, Japanese women and children in Bangkok had already gathered at the Japanese school under the pretext of "watching a movie", and then slipped aboard the "Batavia Maru" merchant ship anchored in Bangkok Port at night.  However, the "retired soldiers" (retired soldiers) who remained among the Japanese overseas Chinese have transformed.  They all put on military uniforms and took more than 20 vehicles to the Chao Phraya River estuary and Bangkok Port pier to meet the Japanese landing troops and guide them on the pretext of "enjoying the cool air".  Overnight, the streets of Bangkok were filled with Japanese soldiers wearing yellow military uniforms.  Just like that, the Siamese government compromised easily.  After the Japanese quickly took over several important port bases in Siam.  Its goal is already clear.  ¡­ ¡°The Chinese army must immediately enter South Vietnam and Cambodia to contain the Japanese army from the sides and rear! Give us time to prepare.¡± Churchill waved his fist and almost roared at Song Ziwen and Yan Huiqing.  This impromptu meeting was convened by him urgently. For this reason, he did not hesitate to pull Roosevelt out of bedbut the British Prime Minister's attitude was really not good.  It's not that he doesn't know the importance of China at this time, but that he is really angry with China from the bottom of his heart.  In his opinion, if the Chinese had not suddenly withdrawn their troops from Cambodia and South Vietnam, it would have been impossible for the Japanese to enter Siam so boldly and target their territories in Southeast Asia.  In the final analysis, the current situation is all the fault of the Chinese.  "Mr. Prime Minister, you woke us up in the middle of the night. Just for this one thing?" Song Ziwen laughed, as if he didn't take Churchill, the Prime Minister of the British Empire, seriously at all.  However, the facts are indeed similar. Since he decided to adopt the same tactics as Yan Huiqing and put on a tough face in front of Britain and the United States, he has seen the true face of these two powers that he could only accompany and serve carefully before.  Let¡¯s not talk about the old Americans.  Britain is really in trouble this time.  What we need to see now is whether it is completely defeated.  In the same way, he also saw China's position in the world today Although they are countries that have been invaded and their strength is far inferior to that of Britain and the United States, they are actually the four major anti-fascist countries in the world today.One of the forces.  Moreover, compared to the three countries of Britain, the United States and the Soviet Union that resisted the German-Italian Axis Alliance in Europe, in Asia, it was basically China alone against Japan How important is this position?  If they don't know how to seize the time to earn their own benefits, then they are really sorry for their Chinese skin.  "Is it 'just such a thing'?" Song Ziwen's nonchalant tone made Churchill even more furious. "Mr. Song, do you think that after the British Empire failed, you Chinese people can rise in East Asia?" "Mr. Prime Minister,  Your words make us very sad." Yan Huiqing wiped his sleepy eyes and even picked out a small piece of eye mucus: "We were not enemies of the British Empire before, not now, and I believe we will not be in the future.  But judging from your tone, the British Empire already regards us as its enemy. Do you think we are the same as the Japanese? " "Then why did you withdraw from Cambodia and South Vietnam?  It is precisely because of your evacuation that the Japanese launched an unscrupulous attack on Siam today," Churchill said angrily.  "The Japanese don't seem to have officially launched an attack on Siam. According to the news we got, they seem to have 'entered'!" Song Ziwen shrugged, "To be honest, gentlemen, when I heard the news, I  It's really a pitybut this doesn't seem to be too surprising. I remember that when Japan invaded the three northeastern provinces of our country and planned to establish the puppet Manchukuo, the League of Nations passed a resolution condemning Japan, but those who attended the meeting at that time.  All member states voted in favor, but Siam chose to abstain, supporting Japan's aggressive actions in this way Japan officially invaded China and was under pressure from all over the world, especially the U.S. trade embargo.  There was a serious shortage of supplies, and the rubber and cotton produced by Siam under Phibun Songkhram's cabinet were supplied to Japan in large quantities. Not only that, Phibun Songkhram even issued an appeal to our country, and the relationship between the two countries quickly became closer.  He said that as both Asians, China should cooperate with Japan to fight against the oppression of white people. In addition, he also encouraged anti-British sentiment among the Indian and Burmese people in Siam From this, we can be sure that Siam should not be affected.  Japan's aggression has already brought them together. This time is just the beginning of their real cooperation. "This means that the Chinese have once again begun to expand their goals in Southeast Asia, trying to win the war.  Bring Siam into the sphere of influence!" Roosevelt remained silent, but his mind did not stop spinning, and Song Ziwen's words also made him feel a sense of danger.  "Regardless of whether Siam is with the Japanese or not, as an ally, China should immediately send troops to curb the Japanese's strategic intentions!" Churchill also felt the "ambition" in Song Ziwen's words.  This guy basically wants to first determine Siam's "hostile" and "unjust" position in this war, and then seek to pursue the country's interests after the war.  But even if you feel it, what's the use?  Telegrams signed by Wavell and Arthur Percival had informed him of the dangerous situation facing Burma and Malaya, as well as Singapore.  With their strength at this time, it is simply impossible to fight against the Japanese No matter in terms of military strength or equipment, they are far behind.  Unless the Chinese send out a large number of troops at this time and put strong pressure on the Japanese, they may not be able to defend this "East Indian Ocean Defense Line"!  Once this line of defense is lost, India will be exposed to the Japanese.  Australia has already been attacked by the Japanese, and India must not lose again.  "Mr. Prime Minister, what you said is very good. As an ally, we should assist our allies." After Churchill finished speaking, Yan Huiqing suddenly laughed, "But so far, what has poor and backward China gained? I believe both of you have  We are very aware of the situation we are facing now We lack almost everything! Do you plan to let a beggar fight against an enemy armed to the teeth? " "Mr. Ambassador, the strength of the Chinese army is by no means what you stated.  . Just like the battle you are currently engaged in to regain Guangdong you definitely have the power to threaten the Japanese," Roosevelt finally said.  "No, Mr. President! We don't have the power." Song Ziwen shook his head directly. "Without assistance from the outside world, it is simply impossible for us to launch a counterattack against the Japanese." "You are lying." Churchill roared again, "You have no idea.  You are deliberately shirking the responsibility you should bear. " "What about the UK?" Yan Huiqing stared at the short fat man coldly, "Mr. Prime Minister, if we really want to hold people accountable, isn't the situation today the result of your country's indulgence in Japan?  The result? " "You"
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