Chapter 384: Tough attitude (seek monthly ticket)

"Gentlemen, as far as the Germans are concerned, if we continue to support the British and the French, the Germans will definitely be dissatisfied with us. This may directly lead to a breakdown in the relationship between our two countries!" Secretary of State Bryan said .

"Do the Germans still dare to use force against us? Even if their military strength far exceeds ours. However, the Atlantic Ocean is our safest barrier. It is impossible for the Germans to hit our east coast." Woodrow Wilson said the president.

   Indeed, the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, as two natural barriers, have greatly guaranteed the security of the United States. In addition, there are no big countries around the United States, which makes it easy for them to dominate the Americas behind closed doors. Even if Germany is very strong, it is absolutely impossible to conquer the United States. The transportation lines on the thousands of kilometers of ocean alone are enough to cause headaches for the Germans.

  The U.S. cabinet ministers present nodded their heads one after another. This is undoubtedly the advantage of the United States.

   "Your Excellency, the Germans may not be able to threaten our homeland. But what if they attack our merchant ships? Then what should we do?" Secretary of the Navy Daniels was a little worried. The strength of the U.S. Navy, although second only to Germany and the United Kingdom, belongs to the third place in the world. However, compared with the previous two naval powers, their gap is still very large. Although, under the influence of the German Navy, the United States has also strengthened its naval construction. However, the construction of the navy has never been something that can be done in a short period of time, and it takes time to accumulate slowly. If Germany did attack U.S. merchant shipping, the U.S. Navy simply couldn't do anything about it. They didn't even have the guts to take on the German Navy in the Atlantic. Because that means that there is no doubt that they will lose. At least, Daniels, the Secretary of the Navy of the United States, has no confidence.

"Will the Germans attack our merchant ships? We are a neutral country. If they do that, they will be condemned by the whole world, and they will even force us into the arms of the Allies. As long as the Germans are not fools, they will certainly not be so Do it," exclaimed Vice President Marshall. After all, attacking a merchant ship of a neutral country is something that can only be done after the extreme madness!

   "In order to win, the Germans can do anything." Minister Daniels said.

"Are the Germans really sure of winning this war? Britain and France are the world's top powers, so they shouldn't be so careless!" President Woodrow Wilson seemed a little unwilling to accept this. result.

"Your Excellency, the Germans have indeed gained a great advantage in this war. Especially in the case of civil strife in Russia and withdrawal from the war. The Germans can already withdraw from the Eastern Front. This allows them to Mobilize the main force to attack the west and fight the British and French allied forces. As for the battlefield in southern Europe, it was completely taken over by the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The strength of the Kingdom of Italy is too bad, so even if they joined the Allied Powers, they did not play much at all. role. This war has almost completely evolved into a contest between Germany and Britain and France. Judging from the current situation, Germany has an absolute upper hand in this contest. The military strength they have shown makes all People are in shock," Secretary of War Garrison said.

   Indeed, Germany's military strength in this war shocked everyone. It is well known that the German army is number one in the world. However, before the outbreak of the war, no one would think that the German Army had the strength to win in the two-front battle. However, the result was an eye-opener for everyone. The German Army really gained an advantage on both the Eastern and Western Fronts. Especially on the Eastern Front, with an army of less than 200,000 people, with the cooperation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, it actually defeated two million Russian troops, which directly led to the collapse of Russia. Such strength cannot be compared with other countries.

  As for the German Navy, it is even more experienced. Germany vigorously develops its navy and catches up with the British Royal Navy, which is known to all countries. For this reason, the whole world has entered a naval arms race. However, almost all countries believe that the German Navy is the one catching up. However, after the outbreak of the war, the German navy completely suppressed the British navy. The performance of the British Navy is very bad, as if the German Navy is the sea supremacy.

  Whether it is the navy or the army, Germany has an advantage. This undoubtedly makes them very likely to win in future wars. Although, the war is still going on, unless some miracle happens. Otherwise, it is estimated that no one can stop Germany from winning. Even the United States can't do it. Even if the United States joins the war now, I'm afraid it won't be able to threaten Germany, at most it can contain part of Germany's power. The Americans are not fools, and naturally they will not be involved in the war at this time. Even if they want to join the war, they will choose the winner's camp instead of being a loser.

   "Everyone, what do you mean, are we going to follow the advice of the Germans and stop supporting the Allies?" President Woodrow Wilson asked.

  Most of the cabinet ministers nodded repeatedly. After all, it would be very uneconomical to fight against the victor. What's more, if we continue to provide support to the Allies now, how will they recover these investments once the Allies are defeated?

   "Everyone, my thoughts are different from yours. First of all, regardless of whether we continue to support the Allied Powers, Germany poses no threat to our homeland!" President Woodrow Wilson said looking at everyone.

  The cabinet ministers nodded one after another.

"Secondly, if Germany wins the war, their strength will increase explosively. At that time, even if we want to hold the Americas, it will be very difficult. Therefore, we must use this war to further expand Weaken the power of the Germans. Only in this way can we maintain an evenly matched situation and even gain an advantage in the future competition with the Germans. We have not directly participated in this war. Therefore, even if the Germans are against the Germans We are dissatisfied, and we can't do anything to us. I think this is an excellent opportunity. If you miss it, you will never have such an opportunity in the future." Woodrow Wilson said.

  Although other cabinet ministers think that the president is a bit too risky, they know that President Wilson is indeed for the interests of the United States.

   "So, reply to the Germans, we did not transport weapons and equipment to the Allies. As a neutral country, the United States of America has the right to trade with any country!" President Woodrow Wilson said.