September 17, 1939, noon, Island Nation capital Tokyo.
Before Prime Minister Fumimaro Konoe had time to eat, he received the news that Germany officially declared war on Buru. This is undoubtedly very important news for Island Nation. Fumimaro Konoe didn't care about eating anymore, and immediately asked for Foreign Ministers Kuniaki Koiso, Finance Minister Seihin Ikeda, and Prime Ministers Seishiro Itagaki and Navy Minister Mitsumasa Yonai.
"Great, we have been waiting for more than 20 years, and the Germany people have finally launched a war against other countries again. This is undoubtedly a godsend opportunity for the Empire!" Fumimaro Konoe looked excited.
Since Island Nation was defeated by Germany last time and suffered heavy losses. All previous Cabinets of Island Nation have taken it as their mission to revitalize national and military power. Over the years, Island Nation has worked hard and bravely, and with the support of United States, it has once again developed a powerful navy. Even though United States's support was cut off later due to the impact of the economic crisis, Island Nation itself tightened its belt, built a large number of warships, and once again had a powerful navy. Island Nation's army is also developing. So far, it has maintained a standing army of thirty divisions. Before the economic crisis, they even maintained a standing army of fifty divisions. It was only because of the impact of the economic crisis that the government's financial resources were limited, so twenty divisions were abolished. However, if necessary, they can immediately form more divisions and join the battle.
Soon, several Cabinet important officials came to Prime Minister's residence. Their faces were all flushed, as if they had encountered something great.
For these important ministers of Island Nation, the declaration of war by Germany on Buru at this moment has undoubtedly opened the prelude to a new war. This is undoubtedly an excellent opportunity for them. They all hope that Island Nation can use this war to defeat the powerful enemies of the past and rise again.
"Everyone, I think everyone already knows. German Emperor has just declared war on Buru. The war has begun again!" Fumimaro Konoe said.
"Yes, Prime Minister. The war has begun again. More than twenty years after the last World War war, the war has finally begun again. This time, we must avenge our shame!" Navy Minister Mitsumasa Yonai was the first to jump out.
The other ministers also nodded repeatedly, and they could understand Mitsumasa Yonai's excitement. Over the years, Island Nation Navy has been under a lot of pressure. Many Island Nation people blame the last failure on the Navy. This has also allowed the Navy to develop continuously over the years. Now, the strength of the navy has been greatly improved. Although it is still far inferior to German Navy, Island Nation Navy believes that when German Navy's main force is contained on Atlantic Ocean, they will definitely be able to defeat German Navy's fleet on Pacific Ocean.
"Mine-kun, it seems that the navy is ready for war." Fumimaro Konoe said.
"Yes, Prime Minister. I think not only the navy is ready, but the army is also ready." Mitsumasa Yonai said.
"Of course, Minai-kun. The Army is also always ready to occupy South Seas again and let Empire take off!" Lu Xiang General Seishiro Itagaki said with a smile on his face.
Island Nation is short of resources, which makes them always regard occupying South Seas as the key to making Island Nation take off. Now, this opportunity seems to be coming soon, which naturally makes them very excited.
"Prime Minister, Germany are the world's hegemons after all. Although they have declared war on Buru. However, we cannot go to war against them immediately. We need to wait. For a while, wait until Germany's main force is deployed on the Buru battlefield before taking action. In this case, our chances of winning will be greater," Foreign Minister Kuniaki Koiso suggested.
"Yes, Germany people have grown stronger over the past twenty years. We have to be careful." Finance Minister Seihin Ikeda said.
"Germany is very powerful, but Buru is not a weak country. Germany's attack on Buru will soon fall into a stalemate. At that time, it will be time for us to launch an attack." Seishiro Itagaki also said.
Although they were eager to launch an attack on Germany's colony immediately, these Island Nation's Cabinet's important ministers were not fools. They know very well that the war has just begun, and Germany is still very powerful. If you launch an attack rashly, you will most likely be met with a strong counterattack by Germany. By then, Island Nation may not only not be able to take advantage, but will also pay a heavy price.
Now Island Nation once again has strong military power. However, this is what accumulates the strength of the entire country. If it fails again this time, Island Nation will never be able to turn around again, which makes Island Nation have to be cautious.
"Everyone, the war has begun. Our opportunity has come. Although now is not a good time to enter the war, we must be prepared for the war. Once the Germany people are trapped on the Buru battlefield, we must immediately launch an attack, seize this opportunity, and kill in one fell swoop Germany people snatch the colonies in South Seas and Australia. If there is a chance, take down India and Middle East. In that case, Empire of Japan will become the most powerful country in the world!" Fumimaro Konoe said.
Island Nation people's ambitions did not stop because of the last failure, but instead expanded again. They believe that this war will bring them an excellent opportunity. If they can grasp it well, Island Nation will get out of trouble and become the most powerful country in the world.
Like Island Nation, who sees Germany's declaration of war on Buru as a god-sent opportunity, there is Britain on the other side of the ocean. Now British government is still hanging on. However, they firmly believe that one day they can fight back Europe and regain their homeland. Now, the opportunity seems to have arrived.
Prime Minister Churchill ordered, British Army and the navy to enter a state of emergency combat readiness. Once United States and Germany start a war, they will participate in it and fully assist United States in defeating Germany. Of course, they are also helping themselves at the same time. Only by defeating Germany can they take back their homeland.
Germany declared war on Buru, causing the entire world to enter a state of war again. Many Protectorate and Allied Powers member states of Germany have also declared war on Buru. For a time, the entire Europe country declared war on Buru. The war has also become one country Buru against the entire Europe more than twenty countries.