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The Third Empire - Chapter 1503

Published at 19th of October 2021 11:27:31 AM


Chapter 1503: 1503

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The construction of airports and aquatic products processing plants are secondary. For a country dominated by fisheries, the fishing scope and fishing resources are the most important.

There are a large number of high-quality fish in the waters around Iceland, but so far, there is no appropriate law to protect Iceland's fishery resources. Icelanders can go fishing. At the same time, British fishing boats and Norwegian fishing boats can go to the waters near them to fish.

In later generations, the conflict between Iceland and Britain also lies in this. British fishing boats went to Iceland's waters to fish, which triggered many maritime confrontations. Iceland's small fishing boat collided with British frigates to defend its power.

Sirik comes from later generations. He knows what Iceland needs most. The front is the bedding. The last one is the big killer.

Under the governance of Germany, there has been a trend of unification in Europe. In this case, it is natural for Germany to divide the fishing scope of each country. As long as Germany divides it, who dares to disobey?

Without the protection of the state, do ordinary fishermen dare to fish illegally across the border?

Hearing what Ribbentrop said, their eyes widened and their fatigue dissipated. Herman said, "yes, it's time to clarify our fishing range so as not to be caught by thieves."

Not only in later generations, but even in previous history, the struggle history of Icelanders almost all began with foreign fishing boats.

They are eager to protect their interests.

Seeing their performance, Ribbentrop knew that he had been guessed by head of state Chirac again. As long as Icelanders were divided into their fishing grounds, Icelanders would definitely be grateful.

"Thank Germany for its support. We will support all German policies with both hands." Herman said.

When Ribbentrop took out the area divided by the fishing ground, they were excited, just like what they needed. Now, look at the British fishing boats and dare to cross the border!

At that time, just complain directly to Germany and see how Germany treats them.

"Yes, we are willing to implement all German policies in Europe, including the use of the euro." Anades followed.

The trend of European unification has become more and more obvious. An intuitive phenomenon is the continuous expansion of the euro area. For a small Iceland, issuing its own currency is still a big burden. The direct adoption of a European unified currency will have more benefits and can be more convenient and effective in fishery trade. If both sides use the same currency, there will be no trouble with the exchange rate.

These are all they can think of, but they still missed one.

"We have a small request." Ribbentrop said: "I hope you can take back the previous declaration, continue to recognize the identity of King Christian X of Iceland and return to the state in 1918. Iceland is a subsidiary sovereign state of the kingdom of Denmark."

This immediately made them stunned.

Iceland is a small country with a small population, so it has not been independent for a long time in history. Specifically, it did not officially declare independence until 1944. Before that, it has always been a vassal of other countries.

After several changes of hands, Iceland was a colony of the king of Norway before the partition of the United Kingdom of Denmark and Norway according to the Kiel agreement in 1814, and then became a subsidiary of Denmark.

However, Denmark continued to decline and it was difficult to maintain absolute control over Iceland. Therefore, Icelanders continued to strive for autonomy.

In 1874, the Danish government granted Iceland limited autonomy. In 1918, Denmark signed a joint act with Iceland, and Denmark recognized the kingdom of Iceland as a sovereign state affiliated to the kingdom of Denmark. Since then, Iceland has further gained independence and sovereignty similar to the protectorate in terms of internal affairs, and Denmark still retains power in terms of foreign affairs and national defense.

Meanwhile, King Christian X of Denmark is also king of Iceland.

It was only a few days before Germany launched the European war and destroyed Britain and France.

Seeing that its suzerain state was destroyed, Iceland immediately realized the opportunity. The Icelandic parliament announced that the Icelandic government would recover the power of Icelandic foreign affairs and other affairs from the king of Denmark. In this way, it is almost a sign of Iceland's independence, just a referendum.

Icelanders do not want to continue to be ruled by Denmark. They want complete independence.

However, Germany does not allow it.

The reason is very simple. Germany should plan ahead. Germany should set a rule and a standard. It can't casually pursue independence. The Empire will not allow it.

In later generations, after the end of World War II, the strength of the old British and French countries was greatly weakened. Seeing this opportunity, the colonies immediately moved their minds and continued to pursue independence. Finally, they all became independent countries.

They are happy. What good is it for Germany? As an important source of raw materials and a dumping ground for cheap industrial products, Africa plays a great role in the Empire. They must not have independent signs, which is an iron rule.

Now, start in Iceland.

Denmark has not perished yet. Moreover, even if Denmark perishes, these powers in Iceland should be directly under the jurisdiction of Germany.

Denmark was occupied by Germany and soon became a "partner" of Germany. It belongs to the second echelon like Britain and France. The first echelon is the servant countries such as Italy, Spain and Romania.

King Christian X of Denmark refused to take refuge abroad and chose to stay with his subjects. Through the mediation of the king, Denmark was able to maintain a high degree of autonomy among the Nazi German occupying powers.

This guy, who is absolutely in Cao Ying's heart and in Han, is a typical double faced. Under his inspiration, Danish ambassador to the United States Henrik Kaufman organized the free Denmark movement to hand over Iceland and the Faroe Islands to the allies. At the same time, he asked all Danish merchant ships to have 1.2 million deadweight tons and more than 50000 trained sailors to assist the allies.

But now it's different. The general trend is that he should know how to choose. Under German surveillance, the flames of the Danish underground movement have long been extinguished.

Now, when Germany does this, it also gives Christian x a reassurance. If you follow Germany, Germany will not treat Denmark badly. Look, the power of Iceland is not given back by Germany.

Of course, this will embarrass the Icelanders. The Germans give Iceland a big cake in terms of fishing range. Of course, the Icelanders have to make concessions on other issues.

If the Icelanders disagree, Germany does not mind putting pressure on the Icelanders on the fishing range.

For a long time, Herman nodded, "OK, we accept."




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