Portugal A coup occurred and the military took control of the government, which shocked the world. However, considering that Portugal also had a coup nine years ago and overthrew the royal family, this does not seem to be a big deal.
Although many local governments in Portugal expressed their opposition to the military government led by Cabecadas, their opposition was quickly extinguished after the army began to march into various places in Portugal. The entire Portugal was quickly controlled by the military regime headed by Cabecadas.
After the coup was successful, Cabecadas recognized himself as president and prime minister of the government and assumed sole power. The original Army Chief of Staff da Costa served as War Minister, and Carmona was promoted to major general and served as Army Chief of Staff.
It can be said that the main figures who planned the coup all gained considerable benefits from the coup.
"Congratulations to your Excellency, President! Now, Portugal is under your rule. German Empire believes that under your rule, Portugal will develop better." German Ambassador to Portugal immediately paid a visit to Cabecadas, who became the president. In addition to congratulating him, I also hope that he can fulfill his promise and sell Azores to Germany as agreed. After all, the reason why Germany supported their coup was to buy Azores from them.
"Your Excellency, Ambassador, thank you German Empire for your support. Otherwise, our coup will not be successful so easily!" Cabecadas said with a smile on his face.
The funds provided to them by Germany allowed them to secretly bribe many generals and military officers to support the coup. The two Infantry Division equipment provided by Germany greatly increased the strength of their direct troops. Due to their strong strength, other forces had to choose to compromise. After all, if they don't compromise, they won't be able to fight if a civil war breaks out, and they themselves will eventually be involved.
"Your Excellency, President, German Empire regards Your Excellency as our friend, and of course we will fully support our friends. However, Your Excellency, our country is very sincere in purchasing Azores. Now, Your Excellency the President and the government of New Deal are also in need of money. The funds from the sale of Azores can quickly relieve the government of the President from financial pressure," German Ambassador said.
Cabecadas knows that Germany people are determined to win Azores. This time they supported Portugal's coup in order to buy Azores. However, after becoming the president, Cabecadas knew that if he really sold Azores to Germany, he would definitely be under great pressure. Those opponents will definitely use this to attack him. At that time, this will make his rule turbulent. Therefore, if you can not sell Azores, that would be the best.
However, Cabecadas knows that his coup was only successful with the support of Germany people. If he rejects Germany people, then the consequences will be even more serious. I'm afraid, he will be overthrown by others immediately. Germany people can support him to overthrow the Sidonio Pais government, and they can also support others to overthrow his government.
"Your Excellency Ambassador, I have thought about it for a long time. If we sell Azores to your country, it will definitely cause a lot of resistance in the country. Therefore, I think we can lease Azores to your country. The lease term and rent are easy to negotiate." Cabecadas said.
German Ambassador couldn't help but frown, Portugal's reaction made him very dissatisfied. Because Portugal people clearly want to burn bridges by crossing the river!
"Your Excellency, haven't we reached an agreement before?" German Ambassador said.
"Your Excellency Ambassador, this is entirely to maintain the stability of my rule. If my rule is overthrown, then the agreement reached with your country may not be fulfilled." Cabecadas said.
German Ambassador sneered, and then said, "Your Excellency, the President does not need to worry about this. As long as it has signed the agreement, I don't think any government dares to tear up the agreement."
Cabecadas knows that under the deterrence of Germany's powerful military power, even if his rule is overthrown, the new government will not dare to tear up the agreement.
"Okay, Your Excellency Ambassador. Let's sign the agreement tomorrow!" Cabecadas said. He knew that when Germany was determined to win, he could not refuse. Otherwise, the Germany people will deal with him.
The next day, Cabecadas, on behalf of the Portugal government, formally signed an agreement with German Ambassador to Portugal to sell Azores. Germany bought Azores from the Portugal government for 500 million Mark. From now on, Azores becomes the territory of Germany.
After the agreement was signed, German Ambassador to Portugal immediately reported the situation to the country.
German Emperor Qin Tian, Empire and Military and Political Ministers all had happy faces. After so much effort, they finally succeeded in occupying Azores, which will give Germany a great advantage in the future confrontation with United States on Atlantic Ocean.
"Your Majesty, Azores are already ours, we need to send people to take over there as soon as possible. Then, start building there. Build Azores into Atlantic Fleet's home port and Imperial Navy's most important stronghold on Atlantic Ocean," said First Sea Lord Reinhard? Admiral Scheer.
"Well, Naval Ministry, let's do it as planned! I only have one request, and that is to build Azores into the strongest stronghold. Even if Encirclement Offensive is attacked by enemies in the future, it must be able to hold on." Oscar said.
Oscar believes that once a war breaks out in the future, Germany may face multi-front operations. In this case, Germany will be short of troops on some fronts. At that time, Azores will inevitably be Americans Encirclement Offensive.
"Yes, Your Majesty. We will build enough shore defenses and airports on Azores. No matter what kind of enemy it is, it will never be able to easily conquer Azores." Reinhard? Admiral Scheer promised.
Oscar nodded with satisfaction. Germany spent so much effort, and this time he finally got his wish and occupied Azores. Next, Germany will build Azores into German Navy's core stronghold on Atlantic Ocean and a bridgehead against United States in the next few years. This will be an important guarantee for the security of Germany.