On the surface, Cleveland's move was suspected of splitting the American territory, because just two days later, on July 9, the Canadian government publicly stated that it welcomed the annexation of Alaska to Canada and became the largest province.

Of course, the Canadian government's statements have always been regarded as a joke by the United States. Ever since the Khabarovsk incident, Canada has shown a strong interest in Alaska, but it has always been just lip service, and no one will take it seriously!

But if you think about it carefully, Cleveland's move vividly flaunted the "liberal democracy" that was the foundation of the United States. When Cleveland was questioned by reporters, he answered a sentence that will be regarded as a classic in the next ten years.

"You ask me if I am dividing the motherland? No, on the contrary, I am fighting for the rights of every citizen! Although Alaska is small and far away from the mainland, the residents of that land are still legal citizens and have the right to vote.

right!... I will defend to the death their natural right to vote... Our government should

To help the residents of Alaska live a good life, instead of being like some politicians who covet the wealth at the feet of these residents and use a meeting without the participation of any Alaska resident to decide the fate of Alaska and its ownership. In my opinion,

This is extremely ridiculous! Extremely shameful! It goes against the American spirit!"

As soon as these words came out, former President Cleveland's image in the eyes of American citizens greatly increased. He already had an advantage in the presidential election two years later.

On July 10, Glover Cleveland made another public statement, supporting Sheriff Burleigh's candidacy for the first governor of Alaska, and said that only a just person like Burleigh can prevent Alaska from becoming a plot for conspirators.

A tool for personal gain!

On July 18, the Alaska gubernatorial election was held. With the support of Long Hao (a resident of Huaxia Town), Dodge Burley was successfully elected as the first governor of Alaska.

On July 20, Burleigh spoke for the first time as governor, holding a press conference on whether Alaska would join the United States. At the meeting, Burleigh stated that Alaska was conducting a census and it would be as early as September.

Begin voting by all state citizens to decide whether to annex to the Union of the United States.

After hearing the news, Harrison was so angry that he almost had a cerebral infarction: You have been allowed to become an independent state, and you still need to consider annexing it to the Union? What kind of vote will you vote for? Will you not express your position directly with the resolution of the state capital? Asshole, this

Alaska, don’t go out alone!

Since it was confirmed that Alaska has massive gold reserves, the good news from the mining team has been transmitted back to Washington one after another: Alaska not only has gold mines, but also other mineral deposits are extremely rich!

If it can be mined, the national power of the United States will greatly increase, which is very consistent with the United States' current desire to seek the status of an international power!

Faced with Burleigh's "uncertain" answer, not only Harrison, but other American people also had doubts about whether Alaska would become independent. However, at this time, Cleveland once again stood up appropriately and cleared up the public's doubts: "Alaska's

The geographical location is special and the historical situation is also very complicated... Geographically speaking, Russia and Canada are more suitable to own Alaska. However, the United States is a representative country with freedom, democracy and a sound legal system. Most of the people living on that land today are Americans.

giving

The companies that Mitte Mining Company cooperates with are all American companies, so I believe that the residents of Alaska will make the most correct and wise choice! ... As long as we vigorously build Alaska and develop this fertile land, we will not only rely on individual traders

I strongly appeal to the government to take the initiative to enter Alaska, provide financial assistance, and improve the livelihood of the residents there... lay railways, build infrastructure, build schools, etc., and use practical actions to impress the residents of Alaska!"

After Cleveland finished speaking, the American people felt that it was reasonable and reasonable, so they had the idea of ​​calling for aid for Alaska...

In short, when Long Hao was staying in San Francisco, various discussions surrounding Alaska were held throughout the United States, and the causes were the two things mentioned above: the confirmation of mineral reserves in the 'West' and the announcement by the 'Eastern' Congress to recognize Alaska as a

Independent state!

In New York, at a Western restaurant near Broadway on the famous corner of Wall Street, Mahan, wearing a suit and tie, had lunch with a white man.

Mahan, who took off his navy hat, showed his elegant gentleman side. He forked a piece of steak, dipped it in some black pepper sauce, stared at the man opposite him, took a long bite, and sighed slightly: "Dear Michelle

, you may have made a mistake that will stain the annals of American history!"

The man was in his forties, with fair skin and a fat body. He raised his head and smiled indifferently: "Alfred, you are predicting history again! The future is like the sea in front of a battleship, vast and vast.

The unknown, I never study uncertain things, I only know that now I can be regarded as an American hero!"

This person is surprisingly Michelle Todd, who sold the 99-year mining rights in Alaska to Long Hao!

It seemed that he was an old acquaintance of Ma Han.

Mahan stroked his smooth forehead and said: "Hero? Didn't you read the newspaper? That guy Khabarovsk didn't announce his joining the federation in the name of the state government immediately after the state government was established. This is the source of the chaos! What if?

It’s okay that Alaska is barren Siberia, but you have to know that there is more than $500 million in gold buried under that piece of land that is twice the size of Texas! If the federation loses Alaska, it will be nothing less than a disaster.

!”

Todd glanced at Mahan, forked a snail, threw it into his mouth, chewed it, and smiled heartlessly: "Alfred, I haven't seen you for many years, but you are still so worried about the country and the people... Have you ever

Have you ever heard of an old Chinese saying? If you are not in your position, you will not be able to govern? Taking a step back, what if we lose Alaska? Anyway, the Federation has never taken that enclave seriously, but now it has been detected by others.

I got the massive mineral deposits, so I’m jealous!”

Mahan said solemnly: "Such a huge amount of wealth is placed at our doorstep. If we can't get it, it will become a weapon for others to attack us!"

Tao Desha said: "Exactly! My dear Professor Mahan, you are just a deposed dean of the Naval Academy. Your masterpiece is only worshiped in the navy! When it comes to politics, you are not even as good as

I...do you know how many invitations I have received in the past few months, hoping that I will serve as an honorary member of Congress?"

Mahan said with a cold eyebrow: "That was before Alaska's mineral reserves were confirmed. Now, those congressmen are probably eager to hang you!"

Todd chuckled: "Yeah, I only sold billions of dollars worth of stuff for a few million. Those congressmen must be so distressed that they bleed every day, right? Haha, luckily I'm wise and I rejected all those invitations!"

Mahan asked: "You invited me to dinner today, do you want to return to the Navy?"

Todd wiped his mouth with some red wine, put down his napkin, and said seriously: "The one who knows me is indeed Alfred! Yes, I want to return to the Navy, and you have the highest reputation in the Navy.

As long as you nod, based on my experience, you can at least take charge of a battleship!"

Mahan shook his head: "Your style is too risky, and your strategic focus is wrong! For the sake of the empire's navy, I'm sorry, I can't promise you!"

Todd left the Alaska Peninsula and returned to the eastern United States. He quickly spent the 300,000 US dollars in kickbacks he received from Long Hao. He had gone through various paths, but it was easy to get into politics. He wanted to join the Navy.

But it is full of difficulties.

In desperation, Todd found his "old friend" Mahan, whom he had not contacted for many years.

Todd said: "Don't refuse yet, I have worked hard to get back to the sea..."

While talking, Todd took out a stack of books and placed them on the dining table.

Those are Mahan’s works on ‘sea power’ in the last ten years!

Todd knocked on the books and said word by word: "I will put down my arrogance, change my style, and carry forward your idea of ​​dominating the ocean... Just relying on a Roosevelt, just relying on a bunch of inexperienced kids at the Naval Academy, you
Chapter completed!