African Nationhood

(The names of existing dynasties such as "Tang, Han, and Ming" are not appropriate. "Hua" was something I had thought of long ago, but I am afraid of harmony, so I don't dare to use it now.

When thinking about the ancient names of countries, "Yin" means inheritance from descendants; "Chang" means prosperity; and "Qian" means masculinity and might. These words all have good meanings. What do you think?
In addition, the southern hemisphere belongs to fire, and inflammation is also good, but in this way it will collide with Emperor Yan. )
In early April, Ouyang Geng also met with a delegation from the Beiyang government in a cafe. They saw that Ouyang Geng's intention was obvious, and they hoped that the Nanhua government could give advice to the representatives attending the meeting to prevent Japan from taking over from Germany and occupying Shandong Province.

Faced with the Beiyang delegation's request, Ouyang Geng spread his hands and expressed his helplessness.

First, Nan Hua is not qualified to participate in the "Ten-person Meeting" and has no right to express opinions.

Second, the Beiyang delegation’s request was not in line with Nanhua’s interests.

Nanhua currently has a cooperative relationship with the Beiyang government and the Japanese government, because the introduction of immigrants requires the cooperation of the two governments.

If Japan is offended because of this matter, it will affect Nanhua's national plans.

Third, the Beiyang delegation was not fully prepared.

As the most active person in the delegation, Gu Weijun, Ouyang Geng observed that this person's youthfulness and arrogance were exaggerated.

Gu made preparations for the Paris Peace Conference, but the information he had was incomplete and his understanding of human nature was shallow.

The head of the delegation, Lu Zhengxiang, as the foreign minister of the Beiyang government, knew best whether the Beiyang government had signed a secret treaty with Japan.

But he knew that the two countries had a secret agreement, but he concealed the matter from other members.

It can be seen from this that he is not a person who puts family and country first like Gu, but he cares more about his own personal gains and losses.

……

The decisions made at the Paris Peace Conference need to be scrutinized by the whole world.

Disputes between the two countries will be adjudicated by Britain, France and the United States. Either you and the three adjudicating countries have enough interests to allow the three adjudicating countries to help you regardless of the factual basis.

The Beiyang government has no such value, but Japan is the best ally for Britain, France and the United States to resist the red goose in Asia.

Therefore, it is impossible for the adjudicators from Britain, France and the United States to make a ruling for the Beiyang government regardless of factual basis.

Japan, on the other hand, has made a private agreement with the Beiyang government, and the evidence in black and white is complete.

At this time in 1918, the two governments were in the "honeymoon period" of historical relations. There were many secret treaties signed by the two countries, including many clauses in which the Beiyang government betrayed its national interests.

Gu Weijun talked recklessly and impulsively, but when he saw the evidence presented by Japan, he was immediately speechless.

Finally, he gained sympathy by saying that those treaties were forced to be signed by Japan.

It's useless to say this. People ask you for evidence, but you play the emotional card without evidence. Isn't this purely funny?
He later defended himself in his memoirs. Before the Paris Peace Conference, he had no knowledge of the "Exchange of Notes Agreement" signed between the two countries in the autumn of 1918. Later, they forced Lu Zhengxiang to tell the truth. He regretted it. , and so on.

(There is no corresponding evidence to support my personal argument. It is not appropriate to just use the phrase "a weak country has no diplomacy" to cover it up.

The image of Gu Weijun in the movie obviously adopts the technique of romance, which overly exalts the image of Gu. This movie is no different from the YY in the online article. )
The evidence chain is incomplete and key materials are missing. The so-called "wonderful speeches and arguments" are simply untenable and it is normal for them to be overturned.

It is impossible for Britain, France, and the United States to overturn the existing and complete evidence and interests based on personal words and make a ruling that is unfavorable to Japan.

Therefore, the issue of Shandong Province was ultimately won by Japan.

……

As time goes by, various countries have basically reached consensus on how to deal with Germany, but Japan's requirements have not yet been met.

They wanted an archipelago in the Pacific to expand their living and strategic space.

After all, Nanhua occupies so many Pacific Islands, directly blocking Japan's expansion space.

If you want to break away from Nanhua's blockade, you can only take advantage of this opportunity.

Japan directly threatens the three countries. If you do not meet our demands, our country will directly withdraw from the peace conference.

Facing the equally tough Japan and South China, Britain, France and the United States had no choice but to find Ouyang Geng and gather again in the Peace Hall for a meeting.

President Wilson got straight to the point and said directly: "The Allies hope that South China will hand over the management of Germany's colonies in the Pacific. What conditions does South China have?"

Ouyang Geng didn't expect these guys to be so direct. He thought for a moment, "All Germany's colonies in the Pacific?"

"Yes."

Before coming to Paris, Chairman Shi Jintang once stated that the territory in Africa cannot be given up, and other territories can be given up.

And we need to take a longer-term view, and we should learn from the British perspective and put the pattern on strategic locations in various key areas.

Therefore, facing the questioning from the three giants of the Allied Powers, Ouyang Geng began to think about which territory was more critical.

So he said directly: "If Britain can cede the Emirate of Trusil Oman (today's United Arab Emirates) to South China, we agree to give up some of Germany's colonies in the Pacific."

Clemenceau heard this and was surprised: "Part of the colony?"

Ouyang Geng smiled and nodded: "Well, yes, part of the colony.

We need to retain New Britain, New Ireland, Buka and Bougainville and the surrounding small island groups.

The remaining Kaiser Wilhelm territories, the Caroline Islands, Samoa Islands and Palau Islands were handed over to the Allies. "

It was heard that Nanhua would only retain some islands, which was acceptable to the Allies.

As for Trusil, the coast of the Emirate of Oman was a gathering place for pirates in the 17th century. When the British began to conquer the world, they slowly conquered these Arab pirates and allowed them to come ashore to make a living by pearling and fishing.

After entering the 20th century, Britain strengthened its blockade of the Persian Gulf and strictly prohibited the armed forces of France, Tsarist Russia and other countries from entering this sphere of influence.

Nanhua gained the right to enter this bay through the previous South African War.

However, the location of the acquired land was remote and small. Before the European War, the territory of the Al-Hasa Oasis was obtained by intercepting the Kingdom of Najd (now Saudi Arabia).

Now that the Emirate of Trusil Oman is given to South China, South China's sphere of influence in the Persian Gulf will be enough to compete with Great Britain in the future.

Naturally, Great Britain was unwilling. Prime Minister Lloyd George pondered for a long time but said nothing.

Prime Minister Clemenceau and President Wilson looked at each other and the former said: "Most of the Austro-Hungarian Empire's lands in the Middle East have fallen under our control.

You, the UK, also occupy most of the area, with Oman and Aden under your control.

The place in Trusil is a desert, nothing to worry about.

Besides, Nanhua only demands territory in the Indian Ocean, which is already very good. "

After hearing this, Prime Minister Lloyd George finally made up his mind. The French Prime Minister's reminder was very timely.

To put it bluntly, the Persian Gulf is still a territory extending from the Indian Ocean. If Nanhua does not agree to it and they propose to occupy territory in the Mediterranean, then they will go deep into the core sphere of influence of Britain and France.

"Okay, I agree to your request."

In this way, Chairman Shi's layout in the Persian Gulf was completely completed, and the only thing left was Crete.

So Ouyang Geng waved his hands with a smile and said: "I have another request. We in Nanhua have signed an agreement with the Oster Turkish Empire before and obtained the two territories of Rhodes Island and Karpathos Island.

Because these two pieces of land are too far from our mainland, we want to cede a piece of land on the Ottoman Empire mainland near these two islands and let us in Nanhua manage it.

In the future, whether there are immigrants from Europe or war breaks out here in the Mediterranean, we can respond quickly. Unlike now where we still need to cross the Suez Canal, it is too troublesome. "

Upon hearing this, the three parties immediately lamented that these Chinese were indeed greedy. They had just thought of keeping them out of the Mediterranean Sea, but now they rushed in directly.

If Nanhua is allowed to divide a territory on the Ottoman Turkish continent, it will easily allow Nanhua to expand in the Mediterranean and occupy a larger sphere of influence.

"No, the mainland territories of the Ottoman Turkish Empire need to be entrusted to the Ottomans to rule themselves, and the Allied countries are not allowed to invade them."

Clemenceau's words are just deceiving fools. The British and French forces are still in the Ottoman territory.

After the Paris Peace Conference, France, Greece, Armenia and other countries will sign the Treaty of Sèvres with the Ottoman Turkish Empire, and then divide this old empire in West Asia.

Unfortunately, they encountered Kemal and his Young Turks. The coalition forces of France, Armenia, Greece and other countries were ultimately defeated by Kemal.

In 1923, the coalition forces had no choice but to sign the Treaty of Lausanne with Kemal, and Turkey was able to establish itself as a nation in modern times.

……

"No, then we will occupy it ourselves.

Anyway, we still have nearly 40 troops in southern Europe. How about we enter Ottoman Turkey and gain some territory on our own? "

Lloyd George and Clemenceau immediately couldn't sit still. "This matter cannot be done. Nanhua cannot occupy Ottoman territory."

Hearing this, Ouyang Geng felt a little tired of playing. He removed the smile on his face and his tone became cold.

"This won't work, that won't work either, what do you want?
We have sacrificed so much in the European war, but you won’t give up even if you don’t want to?
You cannot refuse this matter. We in South China must occupy a large enough territory in the Mediterranean.

If you don’t give it a mainland, give it an island, the island of Cyprus.

This island is large enough and suitable for distance. It is very convenient from Ottoman Turkey and the Middle East coast. We chose this place! "

Ouyang Geng spoke categorically, showing an aura that directly determined to conquer the island of Cyprus.

Prime Minister Lloyd George was shocked. He suddenly realized that Nanhua's real purpose was here.

No wonder this yellow-skinned monkey was going around here and there, deliberately making a request that none of us could possibly agree to.

After we refused, he finished showing off his face and then revealed his true thoughts.

Nanhua's real goal is the island of Cyprus.

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The island of Cyprus is located in the northeastern part of the Mediterranean Sea. It guards the maritime traffic hub of the three continents of Asia, Europe and Africa, and its geographical location is very important.

The island of Cyprus is only 40 kilometers away from the Turkish mainland in the north, about 96.55 kilometers away from Syria in the east, and about 402 kilometers away from Egypt in the south.

This place has long been targeted by the British. In 1878, the British leased the island of Cyprus from the Ottoman Turkish Empire.

After this peace conference, Britain will sign an agreement with the Ottoman Empire to take the island of Cyprus and turn it into a colony.

"No, I don't agree. The island of Cyprus has long been under the control of the British Empire."

Ouyang Geng smiled to himself when he saw the British Prime Minister trying to calm down, but his tone was still cold, "We can transfer Rhode Island and Karpathos Island to Great Britain, but only the island of Cyprus?"

Prime Minister Lloyd George didn't even think twice and answered directly: "No."

Clemenceau also wanted to persuade the British Prime Minister, but he had just persuaded the British to give up their territory in the Persian Gulf.

If the British give up Cyprus again, the British will definitely get angry.

What should I do?
He could only look to the President of the United States opposite for help. After all, the negotiations had reached this point, and it was the last moment of peace before breaking up.

The latter sighed and said: "Since Prime Minister Lloyd George does not agree, how about Prime Minister Ouyang make another request?"

Ouyang Geng felt that the atmosphere was up and he had to work harder.

So he slammed the table and said angrily: "We are also a victorious country. Not only did we in Nanhua not enjoy the privileges of the victorious country, but we were repeatedly suppressed by the three countries. What do you mean?
Do we really need to fight again with real swords and guns in order to gain the privileges of a victorious country? "

As soon as these words came out, the leaders of Britain and France panicked.

There are still more than one million soldiers in Germany who have not yet completely disarmed.

Even within the Ottoman Empire, there were also Young Turks who resisted the invasion of the Allies.

South China's military potential is huge, and Americans are dissatisfied with many of their two countries' practices.

If Nanhua persuades the United States, the two countries will join forces with Germany, which has not completely fallen, to counterattack Britain and France.

What can Britain and France do to resist?
"Prime Minister Ouyang, don't be angry. Let's talk about things slowly and they can always be solved.

Since Cyprus is not an option, we can negotiate if you choose another island. "

Ouyang Geng glared at the old French Prime Minister, "Which one should you choose again?
Apart from Cyprus, the big islands in the Mediterranean are Crete, which is close to the Suez Canal.

Can you convince Greece to give us Crete? "

Hearing what Ouyang Geng said, Lloyd George breathed a sigh of relief, "We can try this."

Ouyang Geng sneered and said contemptuously: "Greece is not your British ally nor an autonomous territory under your command. Can you really subdue Greece?"

Ouyang Geng's provocation method obviously worked, and the British Prime Minister showed a proud look on his face.

“It is not easy for Greece to agree to this request, but Greece has territorial claims to the Ottoman Empire, and in order to gain our support, they will agree to transfer Crete to you.

But the prerequisite is that you must cede Rhodes and Karpathos to Greece. "

Ouyang Geng pondered for a long time and kept pacing there without saying anything.

Seeing that the leaders of the three countries were impatient with waiting, he took a deep breath and agreed: "Okay, I agree.

But this is something we need to sign as soon as possible.

In addition, we in Nanhua enjoy the privilege of passing warships in the Suez Canal. "

Prime Minister Lloyd George nodded, "Of course it's okay."

……

On April 4, Ouyang Geng signed an agreement with the United Kingdom on behalf of the South China Autonomous Territory government to transfer the management rights of the Trusil Oman Emirate.

On April 4, Ouyang Geng signed an agreement with Greece on behalf of the South China Autonomous Territory government to transfer the management rights of Crete. The management rights of Rhodes Island and Karpathos Island before South China were also transferred to Greece in this signing agreement. Greece.

As for how Britain and Greece negotiated, Ouyang Geng did not know.

Anyway, his goals at the Paris Peace Conference have basically been achieved.

And Nanhua only needs to wait for the British King to sign the independence bill.

ps: I have something to do tomorrow morning, so it’s too late to update. This chapter has 4000 words, so I’ll make up for the chapter tomorrow morning. (End of chapter)