American Ambassador was so angry that he was trembling with anger at what von Kidron Wachth said. Those who died were their people, and those who were detained were also their merchant ships. It turned out that they were wrong.
"Your Excellency Foreign Minister, your country is using strong words. United States merchant ships sail freely on the high seas. Your country's unauthorized delineation of Prohibited Navigation Zone is a violation of freedom of navigation. US government will never recognize your delineation of Prohibited Navigation Zone." American Ambassador was furious.
"Your Excellency Ambassador, whether you admit it or not is your business. Anyway, Germany just needs to approve it!" Feng Kidron Wachth replied arrogantly. Regardless of whether United States admits it or not, as long as ships from other countries break into Prohibited Navigation Zone, German Navy will arrest the ship. This is German government's answer.
German government's attitude made American Ambassador very angry. At the same time, he also knew that Germany's attitude might be quite tough this time. It is almost impossible to make the Germany people give in through diplomatic efforts.
"Your Excellency Ambassador, I also have to remind you and your country. On your merchant ships, a lot of war materials that the empire has banned from being shipped to Britain have been found. The empire can completely understand this as your country is supporting Britain in fighting the empire. If the empire continues to pursue the case, it may even regard your country as a hostile country of the empire. Therefore, we hope that your country can stop such behavior. Otherwise, the relationship between our two countries will inevitably be affected." Von Kidron Vachter continued.
"Your Excellency Foreign Minister, our businessmen are just carrying out normal overseas trade. Your country is destroying trade freedom!" American Ambassador doesn't know what to say now.
"Your Excellency, Ambassador, if you insist on making excuses, then I have no choice. However, I can tell you clearly that Prohibited Navigation Zone has been delineated. We will strictly implement it before the end of the war. We will defeat any challenge." Von Kidron Wachth has a very determined attitude.
"Your Excellency Foreign Minister, you are bullying the weak. United States is not a weak country. We will not let go of any behavior that infringes on Republic of America's interests!" American Ambassador's attitude is also very tough.
With the attitudes of both parties being very tough, this meeting was destined to end on an unhappy note. Americans will not compromise easily. Likewise, Germany will not revoke it easily after stipulating Prohibited Navigation Zone. Unless the war is over, Prohibited Navigation Zone will continue to be implemented. German Navy will also always detain merchant ships from other countries that break into Prohibited Navigation Zone.
After receiving the report from German Ambassador, US government became even more furious.
"Damn Germany people, they bully others too much! Do they really think that the world is really HMS Invincible?" Woodrow? President Wilson was furious. In his opinion, Germany's actions are a complete trampling on their national sovereignty and an act of war.
"Your Excellency, the behavior of Germany people is really terrible. Moreover, their attitude is also unacceptable. Republic of America, we cannot tolerate it any longer. Otherwise, Germany The people will be more unscrupulous. The people in the country will also oppose us. Those Republican Party guys are looking forward to driving us out of power!" Secretary of State Bryan said.
"Everyone, what should we do about this incident?" Woodrow? President Wilson asked.
"Your Excellency, we need to show our tough attitude to the Germany people! Let them know that United States of America will not back down this time. Unless they apologize to us, release the impounded ships, and compensate us for our losses. Otherwise, we will never give up!" Secretary of War Garrison said.
"But, will that make the Germany people misjudge that we are preparing to join Allied Powers? If this causes the Germany people to declare war on us, then the problem may be serious." Vice President Marshall said.
The current battle situation is very unfavorable to Allied Powers. Even Americans dare not say that if they join Allied Powers, they will definitely turn the tide of the war. This also makes US government not want to be involved in the war anymore. Of course, if Britain and France can resist German offensive, stabilize the defense line, and even make the battle situation develop in their favor, United States will definitely join their side to fight.
"Your Excellency, I think we can express a tough attitude appropriately. However, we must not get involved in a war. If a war breaks out, American Navy may not be able to withstand the Germany people. Our East Coast will be threatened by the Germany people." Secretary of the Navy Daniels said.
Although, this answer is difficult to accept. But Woodrow? President Wilson knew that this was the truth. Now United States has a strong industry, but its military strength is too weak. Moreover, what's even more terrible is that military strength cannot be improved in a short period of time. Especially for the navy, the construction cycle of their warships often takes as long as two or three years. Although American Navy has begun building a new batch of warships. However, by the time these warships are put into service, the war may be over.
Woodrow President Wilson nodded and tried to avoid getting involved in the war as much as possible. This was also very necessary for United States. After all, with their current strength, they are still unable to fight against Germany.
"Your Excellency, I suggest that we send a fleet to escort our merchant ships. This will undoubtedly show our attitude. If the Germany people retreat, then our merchant ships will undoubtedly be able to ignore their Prohibited Navigation Zone people. If the Germany people are still tough, then we have to consider it more carefully." Minister Daniels said.
"What's your opinion?" Woodrow? Wilson asked.
"Your Excellency, Mr. Minister Daniels's suggestion is very good. In that way, we will not only show our attitude, but at the same time, we will not go to war with the Germany people. We also have an explanation for the people in the country." Secretary of State Bryan also said.
His meaning was very clear. If Germany continued to be tough, then they would have no choice but to give in. The domestic people can also understand, who makes their military strength so poor? In that case, they would have a legitimate reason to expand their armaments.
The other Cabinet Ministers did not object.
Therefore, Woodrow? President Wilson issued an order asking American Navy to send a powerful fleet to escort the United States merchant ship to express US government's attitude.