Chapter 905: Crazy Expansion
The faces of Tilak and Gandhi and others are a little unpleasant.
Listen to Charles? Baron Harding meant that if the war did not go well, I am afraid that there would be further expansion of the army. This means that countless Indians will die on the battlefield. This made them a little embarrassed. Freedom and independence are naturally what they yearn for. But if millions of Indians are to pay with their lives for this, then they will have to think about it. After all, this is the life of so many compatriots!
Charles? When Baron Harding saw everyone's performance, he suddenly exclaimed in his heart. These guys aren't going to let that stop them, are they? In that case, his plan would have to fail. Now, he pins all his hopes on these indigenous Indians. If they don't fall into the trap, isn't it all in vain?
"Ladies and gentlemen, if we are able to resist the German attack this time, then I can promise you that within three years the authorities will achieve Indian autonomy and that the Indians will govern India. Within ten years, the British Empire would allow India to become independent. "Charles? Baron Harding has doubled up again.
"Independent? Will the British Empire allow us to stand on our own? Tilak exclaimed.
The others were also very shocked. If before Charles? Baron Harding said that they would be allowed autonomy, and they still believed it, after all, it was the result of years of their struggle. But on its own, it is undoubtedly a bit far away. They also didn't think the British would agree.
"Yes, independently. True independence! I have reported it to the Cabinet and the Cabinet has agreed. That is, if this time we can withstand the attack of the Germans. In 10 years, India will be able to become independent and become a normal country. The British Empire promised that it would fulfill its promise and would no longer interfere with India! "Charles? Baron Harding said.
"Your Excellency the Governor, are you sure?" Gandhi's voice trembled a little, too. After all, that was always their dream! Now, it's about to happen.
"Yes, I'm sure!" Charles? Baron Harding said with great certainty.
To fool these indigenous Indians, Charles? Baron Harding was out of the way this time. Of course, what he said will not be fulfilled in the end. Everything is just a blank check. But it is precisely such empty promises that scare the Indians for a moment's astonishment.
"Ladies and gentlemen, there is no such thing as a free lunch. As a colony of the British Empire, there is a price to pay if you want to gain independence. Now, the British Empire has made the offer. It's up to you whether you say yes or not! "Charles? Baron Harding continued.
The leaders of some of India's largest parties are undoubtedly moved. Although, fully assisting the British and Indian colonial authorities in resisting the German offensive would have caused the Indians heavy casualties. However, if you can gain independence because of this, it seems to be very cost-effective.
"Ladies and gentlemen, if we are defeated by the Germans. Once the Germans occupy India, then the independence you wish for will probably never be possible. Germany's strength is stronger than that of the British Empire. When the time comes, their control over India will be very tight. "Charles? Baron Harding continued.
The faces of several people suddenly became very ugly. Do they all believe in Charles? Baron Hardin said. Germany was much stronger than England. Once the Germans occupied India, it would be impossible for them to gain independence again. Mighty Germany would have suppressed their revolt directly. And they simply can't do anything about it.
"For the sake of India's future, I don't think we can afford to allow the Germans to occupy India! Otherwise, India will be completely finished! We will never be able to stand on our own again. Tilak said.
He was originally a very radical person, and now that the opportunity to stand alone is in front of him, of course he will not let it go.
Then, Tilak's eyes fell on Gandhi, and if Gandhi agreed, then the Congress Party was unified.
Gandhi thought for a moment, then nodded: "Well, for the sake of India's future, the necessary sacrifices are inevitable!" I agree to cooperate with the authorities! ”
Charles? A smile appeared on Baron Harding's face, and he had managed to convince the two leaders of the Congress party with great difficulty. It can be said that his plan has basically succeeded.
"Mr. Jinnah, what about the attitude of the Green Party coalition?" Charles? Baron Harding asked.
Although the Greens coalition is much smaller than the Congress, it is also an indispensable force at this time.
Jinnah thought about it, now that the Congress Party has agreed, is there any room for opposition for the Green Party coalition? If you oppose it, you will be regarded as a traitor to India. When the time comes, there will be no room for India to live on them.
"The Greens coalition will also try to cooperate with the authorities!" Jinnah said.
"Well, that's great. The Germans are strong, but if we all join forces, we can definitely defeat them. "Charles? Baron Harding said excitedly.
Tilak, Gandhi and others were also happy. In their view, India's independence may really succeed this time. What did they not expect at all, that all this was nothing more than Charles? Baron Harding's trap is just that. They wanted India to stand on their own so much that they easily fell into the trap.
To reassure Tirac, Gandhi and others, Charles? Baron Harding even signed an agreement on the spot, determining that after withstanding the German invasion, the British and Indian colonial authorities would achieve Indian autonomy within three years and Indian independence within ten years.
Satisfied, India's elites then went to the aid of the authorities.
First of all, a large proportion of the members of the Congress and Green coalitions, who are in the middle of the school age, go to the recruitment points to join the Anglo-Indian army. As a result, the number of British and Indian troops suddenly skyrocketed by a large margin.
Secondly, Tilak and Gandhi and others have repeatedly made public speeches declaring that the German Empire has become India's greatest enemy, and if India is defeated by the German Empire in this war, India will lose its future. Only by defeating Germany will India have a chance to gain independence.
It has to be admitted that they have a wide influence in Indian society. Under their call, a large number of Indian youths enthusiastically signed up to join the army, so that the quota of the five million troops of the British and Indian army was full in just one week.