Soldiers are needed to fight wars. Even in later generations, missiles could be launched thousands or even 10,000 kilometers away, and a large number of troops were needed to fight a local war. Just like in the Iraq War, although the United States won quickly, it was still able to commit nearly 200,000 troops, and during the occupation, the total number of casualties of the American army exceeded 50,000, including more than 7,000 deaths. Although there are many injuries mainly caused by injuries, the consumption can be seen in general. And that's just the input of "people...... In the first war in Iraq, the United States invested an astronomical amount in materials and funds. Such a local war would be unimaginable if it were to be placed in some small countries.

In the same way, during World War II, war was also a work that burned money and people.

Japan is not a small population, but after all, it is only an island country, Siberia, China, the Philippines, plus the strength of its own garrison, has reached the limit. So, when attacking Australia, their main force became prisoners from Siberia. In addition to this, its total industrial output is simply not on the table for European countries and the United States. If it weren't for years of being supported by the goods and wealth looted from China, the country's economy would have collapsed long ago. So, after discovering that Japan had suddenly launched an attack on Australia, the British breathed a sigh of relief...... It was impossible for the Japanese to attack Malaya and Singapore, as well as Burma, anytime soon. Their line of defense in the eastern part of the Indian Ocean should be safe.

It's a pity that the British don't know the Japanese, let alone the way 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, in the face of such a dangerous and unpredictable country, we should always be vigilant. However, the British thought that it was impossible for Japan to come up with extra troops, let alone enough financial resources to support a large-scale campaign, so. They were "fooled".

Just when Nagumo Tadaichi's fleet threw tens of thousands of troops into Brisbane, and broke through Australia's small fleet with the main naval force, and then began to shell Sydney, the Southern Army led by Terauchi Shouichi in the Philippines "raided" Siam.

This "raid" was carried out with the full cooperation of the Japanese ambassador to Siam, Sajiji Tsubokami. On the night of the Japanese attack, Sajiji Tsubakami hosted a banquet in the embassy to invite Thai dignitaries. And perhaps because he has been worried about the Japanese attack and does not want to give the Japanese an excuse to make a fortune, so, in addition to the Prime Minister Phibun, who is not in the capital. In addition to Songkan, most of the Thai cabinet, the National Assembly and the military dignitaries attended the banquet. Unexpectedly, the banquet was held until midnight. With a sudden sinking face, he ordered the door of the embassy to be closed, detained all the Thai dignitaries in the embassy, and then asked him to allow the Japanese troops to enter the embassy. At this time, Japanese women and children in Bangkok had long since gathered at the Japanese school under the pretext of "watching movies". Later, he slipped aboard the merchant ship "Batavia Maru" anchored in the port of Bangkok. The "hometown soldiers" (retired soldiers) who remained among the overseas Japanese were transformed into military uniforms. Under the pretext of "enjoying the coolness". They took more than 20 cars to the Chao Phraya River Estuary and the Bangkok Port Wharf to meet the Japanese landing force and guide the way. Overnight, the streets of Bangkok were filled with Japanese soldiers in yellow uniforms.

In this way, it was easy for the Siamese government to compromise. And after the Japanese quickly took over several important port bases in Siam, their goals were already clear.

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"Chinese troops must immediately enter South Vietnam and Cambodia. Pin down the Japanese from the flanks and rear! Give us time to prepare. ”

Churchill shook his fist and almost roared at Song Ziwen and Yan Huiqing. This impromptu meeting was convened by him urgently, and for this reason, he did not hesitate to pull Roosevelt, who had difficulty moving, out of bed...... However, the attitude of the British Prime Minister is 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 in his heart. In his opinion. Had it not been for the sudden withdrawal of Chinese troops from Cambodia and South Vietnam, the Japanese would not have been so bold in entering Siam and targeting their territory in Southeast Asia. In the final analysis, the emergence of this situation now is all due to the Chinese.

"Mr. Prime Minister, you called us up in the middle of the night for such a thing?" Song Ziwen played Ha Luha, and he didn't seem to take Churchill, the prime minister of the British Empire, in his eyes at all. However, the truth is indeed similar, since he decided to adopt the same routine 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 who could only accompany and serve carefully before. Let's not talk about the United States, Britain is really planted this time. Now it depends on whether it is completely planted. In the same way, he also saw China's place in the world today...... Although they belong to the invaded countries and are far inferior in strength to Britain and the United States, they are really one of the four great anti-fascist forces in the world today. Moreover, in contrast to Britain, the United States, and the Soviet Union, which resisted the German-Italian Axis alliance in Europe, in Asia, China was basically the only one who fought against Japan...... How important is this? If they don't know how to seize the time to earn their own interests, then they are really sorry for their Chinese skin.

"Is that 'such a thing'?" Song Ziwen's nonchalant tone made Churchill even more angry, "Mr. Song, do you think that if the British Empire fails, you Chinese can rise in East Asia?" ”

"Mr. Prime Minister, we are very saddened by what you say." Yan Huiqing wiped his hazy sleepy eyes on the side, and even pulled out a small piece of eye feces: "We are not enemies of the British Empire!" Not before, not now, and I believe it won't be in the future...... But in your voice, the British Empire is already treating us as enemies. Could it be that in your eyes, we are in the same league as the Japanese? ”

"Then why did you withdraw from Cambodia and South Vietnam? It is precisely because of your evacuation that the Japanese are attacking Siam with impunity today. Churchill said angrily.

"It seems that the Japanese have not officially launched an attack on Siam, and according to the information we have received, it seems that they are 'entering'!" Song Ziwen shrugged his shoulders, "Seriously, gentlemen, I was really sorry when I heard this news...... But that doesn't seem too unusual. I remember that as early as when Japan invaded China's three eastern provinces and planned to establish the puppet state of Manchukuo, the League of Nations passed a resolution condemning Japan, but all the member states present at that time voted in favor, but Siam chose to abstain and support Japan's aggression in this way. …… Japan's official invasion of China was under pressure from all over the world, especially when the United States imposed a trade embargo. The Soukan cabinet supplied Japan with a large amount of rubber and cotton produced in Siam, and the relationship between the two countries quickly became closer. Not only that, Phibun. Songkan even appealed to our country, saying that China should cooperate with Japan to fight against white oppression. In addition, he instigated anti-British sentiment among Indians and Burmese in Siam...... From all this, we can be sure that Siam should not have been invaded by Japan, they have already come together with Japan. This time, it was just the beginning of their real cooperation. ”

“…… In other words, the Chinese's goals for Southeast Asia have once again begun to expand, trying to include Siam in the scope of power after the war! Roosevelt never spoke, but his brain didn't stop spinning, and Song Ziwen's words also made him feel a little dangerous.

"Regardless of whether Siam is with the Japanese or not, as an ally, China should immediately send troops to curb the strategic attempts of the Japanese!" Churchill also felt the "ambition" in Soong's words. The idea was to first determine Siam's "hostile" and "unjust" position in the war, and then to seek a claim to the country's interests after the war. But even if you feel it, what's the use? Wavell and Arthur. Percival's co-signed telegram had told him of the perilous situation facing Burma and Malaya, as well as Singapore. With their strength at this time, it is impossible to fight the Japanese...... Whether in terms of troops or equipment, they are too far behind. Unless the Chinese send troops at this time and put strong pressure on the Japanese, it is very likely that they will not be able to hold this "East Indian Ocean Defense Line"! And once this line of defense is lost, then India will also be exposed to the eyes of the Japanese. Australia has already been attacked by the Japanese, and India must not afford to lose again.

"Mr. Prime Minister, you are very good at what you said, as an ally, you should help your allies." After Churchill finished speaking, Yan Huiqing suddenly laughed, "But what has poor and backward China gained so far?" I am sure both of you are well aware of the situation we are facing...... We are missing almost everything! Are you going to send a man called Avatar to fight an enemy armed to the teeth? ”

"Mr. Ambassador, the strength of the Chinese army is by no means what you have stated. It's like the campaign you're going on right now to regain Canton...... You definitely have the power to threaten the Japanese. Roosevelt finally spoke.

"No, Mr. President! We don't have that power. Song Ziwen shook his head directly, "Without assistance from the outside world, it would be impossible for us to launch a counterattack against the Japanese." ”

"You're lying." Churchill roared again, "You are deliberately shirking your responsibilities. ”

"What about England?" Yan Huiqing glared at this Humpty Dumpty man coldly, "Mr. Prime Minister, if you really want to be held responsible, isn't today's situation the result of your country's continuous indulgence in Japan?" ”

"You ......" (To be continued......