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Morocco is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. Its important port, Tangier, the gateway to the Mediterranean Sea from the Strait of Gibraltar, has an important strategic position and has become an important place for European powers to compete. Since the beginning of the 20th century, France has rapidly expanded its influence in Morocco, carried out economic infiltration, controlled Moroccan finances, and divided the sphere of influence in Morocco with Spain, which has greatly damaged Germany's interests in Morocco.

As early as when Britain, France, the United States, and Russia formed the Entente, Britain and France divided the colonies in North Africa to avoid conflict! France pledged not to interfere in British operations in Egypt; Britain recognized Morocco as a French sphere of influence. But this violated German colonial interests in Morocco. In February 1905, France demanded that the Sultan of Morocco carry out "reforms" under French supervision, in an attempt to make Morocco a "protectorate" of France. This further provoked German opposition. Kaiser Wilhelm II immediately announced that he would visit Tangier, Morocco, on March 31, where he would welcome the four returning Helgolan-class battleships! At the same time, Kaiser Wilhelm II also declared that Germany wanted to preserve the independence of Morocco and that the status of the great powers in Morocco was absolutely equal. German Chancellor Bernhard von Bülllow then proposed to all the countries that had participated in the Madrid Treaty of 1880 to submit the Moroccan question to an international conference. The Madrid Treaty stipulates that all foreign States and their citizens shall have equal rights in Morocco in terms of trade and other rights.

Kaiser Wilhelm II's remarks also made France very dissatisfied. France had already tried to incorporate Morocco into its colonial system, but Germany jumped out at this time, trying to drag out the fat that France had already eaten. France, of course, will not agree! Germany and France suddenly broke out into a fierce conflict, which made the clouds of war in Europe thicker and thicker!

"Father, ministers, we can't afford to compromise any longer, the German sword needs to carve out enough land for the German plow! Let's see, the Chinese are expanding their power around the world. They swallowed the fertile and fertile South Seas, and the oil-rich Middle East. Now also got Mexico. And what about us Germany? Over the years, German expansion has been almost at a standstill, and we can't go on like this. Originally, China was nothing more than a pawn supported by Germany to counterbalance Britain in the Far East, but now it is a pawn. But it has developed stronger than us. This is a complete disgrace for Germany. Does China really have the strength to challenge Britain and France? And not because of our help! Now, Germany can no longer continue to back down, we should be tough on Britain and France! That way, we'll be able to get what we want! At a royal meeting convened by Kaiser Wilhelm II, Crown Prince Wilhelm said loudly. Come, compared to China. Germany's expansion has been much slower. Morocco was a key area of German expansion, and Germany paid a significant price for this. And now, the French actually want to swallow Morocco into it. This will undoubtedly make Germany's previous investment go down the drain, and the German rulers, of course, don't want to see this happen! Crown Prince William is one of the pioneers!

"陛xià. The geographical location of Morocco is very important, and the British occupy Gibraltar. The Mediterranean has been choked, and if we can get Morocco, or the northern part of Morocco, we will be able to rival the British. Therefore, we cannot afford to lose Mexico! "The Chief of the German General Staff, Count Alfred von Schlieffen, also expressed his attitude in a strategic sense!

"His Majesty, the Empire, provided a loan of hundreds of millions of marks to the Moroccan government. The French have taken control of Morocco's finances, and if Morocco becomes a French protectorate, or even a colony, the empire will suffer greatly! "Prime Minister Bernhard von Bilo also built a road!

"What about the Navy? What about the attitude of the Navy? Kaiser Wilhelm II looked at the Minister of the Navy, Alfred von Tirpitz.

"Your Majesty, the main enemy of the navy is not France, but England! However, if it were to fight against France, the navy could easily send all the French warships to the bottom of the sea! Secretary of the Navy Alfred von Tirpitz said proudly. The German Navy now has 12 advanced new battleships, and four are on their way, while the French Navy has only four Breton-class battleships. Of course, if there was a war between France and Germany, then Britain would definitely intervene. The number of battleships in active service in the British Navy has also increased to 14, which is not easy to deal with!

"What if the British get involved?" Kaiser Wilhelm II asked. The German roots would not have been so cautious if they had only to deal with France. Germany's economic and military strength has long surpassed that of France. Whether it is the army or navy, if it is to defeat France, there will be no problems in the base. However, France was one of the members of the Entente, and if Germany attacked France, Britain, the United States, and Russia would probably declare war on Germany together with France. When the time comes, the world war will begin!

"Your Majesty, the British won't get involved. They are not ready for war! In particular, their land forces, which the British had lost a lot of in the Middle East War, have not recovered yet. All they can use is the navy. Moreover, Britain's war strength has not yet been accumulated to the peak, and they will not rashly get involved in the war at this time! The same goes for us. Therefore, as soon as we make the appearance of going to war, the French will definitely back down! "The Minister of the Navy, Alfred von Tirpitz, affirmed!

"Very well, then do it! A note was sent to the French government asking them to stop their operations in Morocco, otherwise war would befall France! In the meantime, the Navy is ready and we will travel to Tangier, Morocco for a visit! Kaiser Wilhelm II said firmly. For Germany to rise, war is inevitable. Didn't the Hohenzollern family, who were able to lead the Kingdom of Prussia and form the same Germany, also experienced three wars? And now, Germany needs to do the same and get enough benefits for Germany!

Germany's war note immediately caused great dissatisfaction in France. The rise of Germany is almost on the body of Germany. In the Franco-Prussian War, France was defeated and Germany was unified. Moreover, the war reparations of 5 billion francs that Germany received from France became an indispensable financial support for Germany's rapid development. And now, it seems that history is about to repeat itself again, which makes the French, who have always wanted revenge, very angry. Before the French government could make a statement, the protests of French radicals from all over the country had blocked the Élysée Palace!

"Gentlemen, look out the window, right? The people are roaring, the interests and dignity of France have been challenged, and we cannot continue to back down now! French Foreign Minister Théofler del Casse is also loudly stating his views to the president and cabinet members. He was advocating to be tough on Germany! Because of its geographical relationship, the north has always been a key direction of France's outward expansion. Since the time of Napoleon, France has been actively competing with other countries for North Africa! Egypt and Morocco are also the focus of France's development. However, Britain had a great advantage in Egypt, so after signing the treaty to establish the Entente, France recognized British interests in Egypt. In exchange, Britain recognized French interests in Morocco. At the same time, Spain also has many interests in Morocco, but Spain, which has weakened, is not seen by France. Therefore, France, believing that it could swallow Morocco, could not wait to turn Morocco into a French protectorate. But I didn't expect that at this time, Germany actually jumped out and wanted to compete with France for this fast fat!

"So, do we have to get involved in a war?" French President Clement Armand Fallier said with a frown.

"Your Excellency the President, the Germans have sent us a note of war. Kaiser Wilhelm II is also about to leave for Tangier, Morocco. If neither of our two countries has made concessions, then war may not be avoided! Prime Minister Emir Kombou said!

"Your Excellency the President, Your Excellency the Prime Minister! France is not afraid of war! Just defeat the Germans and we will be able to recreate the glory of the Napoleonic period! Foreign Minister Theofir del Casse exclaimed. The Napoleonic period was a time of pride for all French people, who almost became the masters of Europe. It's just that that period is far away from them. But that doesn't stop many French people from wanting to make France rise again!

President Fallier ignored Theophile del Casser's cries and looked at the Minister of War, Louis André, and the Minister of the Navy, Charles Camille Pilaten. If there is really going to be a war, the opinion of the two of them is very important!

"Your Excellency, the war in the Middle East has only ended two years ago, and the Army has not recovered to its best. If we fight the Germans, we will probably not be able to win! Said the Minister of War Louis André. The French have already been defeated by the Germans once, and the German Army has always been known as the first in the world, which has made the French Army have an indelible shadow in their hearts!

"Your Excellency the President, the Navy has only four battleships, while the Germans have 12, and the other four are also on their way home!" Secretary of the Navy Charles Mille Pilatten also reminded!