"You're right, Governor Aníbal. History has taught us that we must not be too merciful to these natives. As the so-called non-self race, their hearts will be different. Under the big goal of Australia's rise, even at the expense of all the indigenous people of New Guinea. Arthur was silent for a moment, then replied firmly.

Governor Aníbal Enrique Hernandez was overjoyed when he saw that Arthur agreed with him, and hurriedly continued: "Your Highness, please rest assured, as long as you give me an army of two thousand men, I guarantee that all the natives of New Guinea will become the strongest driving force for Australia's development. ”

The decision was made in his heart, and Arthur did not hesitate. Looking at the Governor of Aníbal with an eager face, Arthur said with a smile: "Governor Aníbal, I will transfer an army of 2,000 people to you, and the requirement is to provide at least 10,000 natives to Australia every month, and the mineral development of New Guinea must not be interfered with in any way, can it be done?" ”

"Willing to help!" Governor Aníbal immediately stood up respectfully, his attitude represented by a determined gaze and tone.

After receiving an affirmative answer from Governor Aníbal, Arthur nodded in satisfaction and ended the discussion.

How to carry out the plan after that was a headache for the Governor of Aníbal, and Arthur was only responsible for enacting the plan.

Afterwards, accompanied by a series of colonial officials, including the Governor of Aníbal, Arthur inspected the garrison, mines, government, and city of New Guinea, and made a number of speeches in the city's squares.

It has to be said that the geographical location and resources of New Guinea have increased the value of this land infinitely.

Australian New Guinea is also very rich in mineral resources, and the minerals that have been discovered include gold, copper, silver, lead, nickel, oil and gas and a series of important mineral resources, and the reserves are very rich.

Because to the west is the Dutch East Indies colony of the Netherlands, it is also a springboard for planning and layout of Southeast Asia, and it is also a natural northern barrier for Australia.

More importantly, compared to New Zealand, which is far away from Australia, New Guinea is not far from Australia, or even very close.

As the second largest region of Oceania, after mastering Australia and New Guinea, it has basically mastered the whole of Oceania.

After inspecting all of New Guinea, Arthur encouraged all the colonial officials, and then returned to Australia on a warship under the respectful gaze of all.

The trip to New Guinea brought good news. At least until there is no movement on the Dutch side, Australia will be able to rely on the indigenous people of New Guinea to achieve rapid development of pre-industry.

Although the interests of these indigenous people may have to be sacrificed for this, and it may even be the blood of the vast majority of indigenous people.

But who cares? The history of the industrial rise of European countries is also the history of the exploitation of colonies around the world. All will only remember the present prosperity of Europe, and no one will have pity for the exploited peoples.

In order for Australia to become world-class, it can only endure the pain and make sacrifices for other nations.

Sydney, 3 May 1901.

Arthur, who had not returned to Sydney for a few days, soon set off for a piece of good news.

The news was revealed by Bentz. After requisitioning a few factories near Sydney, Benz and Diesel soon set up their laboratories and factories and devoted them to the research and production of engines and automobiles.

Diesel had his own latest engine, and Benz had his own automotive research, and the two hit it off and decided to develop the most advanced car in the world and make it Arthur's car.

Of course, this is actually the two of them showing Arthur their abilities. After all, after coming to Australia, all the research funds of the two need to be provided by Arthur.

Showing Arthur what he is capable of will make it easier to request research funding in the future.

Three months later, on May 3, the two finally worked overtime to develop a new car, and couldn't wait to ask Arthur to come and see it in person.

Truth be told, Arthur was a little shocked when he first saw the car that Benz and Diesel had developed together.

Although compared to the various advanced cars of later generations, the car invented by the two men looks very rudimentary.

However, after bringing the current situation of automobile development in this era, we have to be full of admiration for Bentz, the father of automobiles, and Diesel, the father of diesel engines.

The unnamed car was based on the Victor brand car developed by Benz.

In terms of engine, the diesel engine developed by Diesel is adopted, which has greatly improved the power of the car.

Theoretically, the car can reach a maximum speed of eighty kilometers per hour.

What's more, because it uses a diesel engine invented by Bentz, the car can use a lot of unexpected energy, in addition to the more traditional gasoline and diesel, peanut oil, olive oil and other unthinkable words can also be used as an energy source for this car.

In contrast to the usual car design of later generations, the steering wheel of this car is mounted in the middle of the car, and in addition to the main driver's seat, there are three seats in the back.

By the eyes of this era, this is almost the most advanced car in the world. Benz's engine guarantees the stability of the car, and although the noise of the engine operation cannot be avoided, a car capable of traveling more than 200 kilometers at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour is definitely expected.

"Mr. Bentz, Mr. Diesel, is this really the result of your three months? I think it's going to hit the market with a little bit of improvement, and it's definitely going to be a hit. Arthur said to the two of them with some surprise.

Although it is far inferior to later cars in terms of performance and design, in terms of practicality, it is completely ready for market use.

This is exactly what Arthur was shocked about. In terms of performance, this car is not inferior to the Model T that was born a few years later, and it is a practical car that can fully open up the automotive market.

"To be precise, a car that has been improved from the results of our previous research, Your Highness. For the performance of this car, we confidently claim that it is the strongest in the world. But the bad news is that the car is too expensive to build, and it may not be possible to rely on it to reach the market. Benz smiled sheepishly and explained to Arthur.

This was the case with Benz's previous Victor Dea brand, which was definitely one of the most advanced cars of its time in terms of performance, but was out of reach for most people because of its high cost.

The first is to ask for support!

(End of chapter)