"The last agreement, Comrade Joseph successfully made the Germany people agree to help us build a batch of Battleship. From the data point of view, it is definitely the most powerful Battleship in the world. Let Comrade Joseph explain it to everyone!" Ulyanov said.
"Okay, Comrade Chairman!" Joseph nodded.
"Comrades, I participated in the German military parade and ship review, and I got a taste of what the most powerful army in the world looks like. I have to admit that the German army and navy are actually the most powerful. Let alone the army, the advanced battleships of the German navy alone are enough to give people an irresistible shock. . The German Navy has the most powerful battleship fleet in the world. Even if they sell 18 battleships, the remaining 16 battleships are still the most powerful battleships in the world. In comparison, our navy is too weak," Joseph said.
"Although we are on good terms with Germany now, everyone knows that a war will inevitably break out between our two countries in the future. Germany will not tolerate a powerful country by their side. And if we want to liberate the world, imperialist countries like Germany must be defeated by us. However, our military strength is inherently weaker than Germany. Therefore, we must start from other places. We can find a way. Most of the German shipbuilding industry is concentrated on the Baltic Sea. If we can have a strong navy in the Baltic Sea, we can even launch attacks on the German coast and destroy their industry. This will be very helpful for us to defeat the Germans.
"Comrade Joseph, you think all this is too simple. Will the Germans be kind enough to help us build battleships? They will definitely make a lot of profits from us. In addition, even if there are a few battleships, it will not change the fact that our navy is much weaker than the Germans. Compared to the Germans, our navy is simply weak. It cannot pose any threat to them. Even if a war breaks out, they may be wiped out by the Germans. Instead of wasting a lot of resources on building the navy, it is better to focus on developing the army. Only when the army is strong can we withstand the German attack and even defeat the Germans!" Trotsky retorted.
"Comrade Trotsky, I don't deny that even if we obtain a few powerful Battleship, we will not be a match for German Navy. However, we do not need to fight against German Navy at all. German Navy needs to be deployed around the world to protect their overseas interests. There will not be much force deployed in the Baltic Sea. In addition, the enemies of German Navy are also very powerful. Therefore, we can still have an advantage in the Baltic Sea." Joseph said.
"This is just your one-sided statement. I don't believe that Germany people will really help us build a powerful Capital Ships." Trotsky is not ready to let go on this issue.
"This is guaranteed by German Emperor himself. I think German Emperor's guarantee should be correct. No matter what, Germany is the most powerful in the world. If German Emperor's guarantee cannot be counted, then does Germany still have a reputation?" Joseph said.
"The Battleship that Germany people helped us build has a displacement of more than 45,000 tons. It is equipped with three triple 410mm Main Guns and has a maximum speed of 24 knots. The main armor thickness is also more than 400 mm. If such a warship is not the most powerful warship in the world, what kind of warship is considered the most powerful warship?" Joseph continued.
"Okay, don't think about this issue. We have a strong navy, which is also very necessary. Let the Germany people help us build four Battleship!" Ulyanov made the decision.
"Yes, Your Excellency." Joseph and others replied.
Trotsky Although he was unwilling to do so, he had no choice but to say no more. If he objects to what Ulyanov has already decided, it will definitely cause Ulyanov's dissatisfaction. Trotsky doesn't want to offend Ulyanov at this juncture.
After all these serious matters were discussed, Ulyanov glanced at Joseph.
Joseph stood up and said to everyone, "Comrades, I seriously propose to Politburo to resign from People's Commissar for Foreign Affairs's position. I hope Politburo can approve it!"
Except for Joseph and Ulyanov, everyone else was stunned. Obviously, no one expected that Joseph would make such a decision.
Trotsky was even more stunned. He couldn't understand why Joseph would do this.
"If everyone has no objections, then approve Comrade Joseph's resignation! I propose that Comrade Chicherin be the new People's Commissar for Foreign Affairs. Do you have any opinions on this?" Ulyanov asked.
Chicherin was the deputy People's Commissar for Foreign Affairs before. At the same time, this is the candidate proposed by Ulyanov. Of course, others will not have any objection to this.
"In addition, the plan to build Battleship for the navy was proposed by Comrade Joseph. Therefore, I plan to hand over this plan to Comrade Joseph. Do you have any opinions on this?" Ulyanov asked.
Although, Trotsky believes that this should be the responsibility of him, Chairman of the Revolutionary Military Council and Army and Navy People's Commissar. However, he didn't want to get involved, so he didn't object.
"If that's the case, let's just let Comrade Joseph serve as Commissar for the Navy. In this case, it can also relieve the pressure on Comrade Trotsky!" Ulyanov continued.
"Comrade Chairman, my work is not busy. I can continue to do Commissar for the Navy's work!" Trotsky said quickly.
Now he finally understood the intentions of Ulyanov and Joseph, but it was already too late.
"Comrade Trotsky's spirit is worth learning from. However, I still think Comrade Trotsky should not be too tired!" Ulyanov emphasized.
Trotsky Seeing this, it's worth compromising. Ulyanov has clearly pointed this out. If he refuses again, it will be no different from breaking up. At this time, Trotsky doesn't want to do that yet. Ulyanov's prestige is incomparable to him. After Ulyanov passes away, no one can suppress him. So, now he has to be patient.