The Rise of Australia - Chapter 1007

c985 Bonus: Arthur’s abdication

World War II ended in a way that Arthur had never imagined, but this did not affect Australasia’s strategic layout before and after World War II and Arthur’s vision for the future.

After the end of World War II, Australasia became the world’s undisputed first power, especially after the Australasia military parade on the day of the United Nations Organization meeting.

Delegates from various countries saw the powerful navy, army and air force of Australasia, and they naturally understood who the most powerful country in the world was and who they should rely on.

As for the former hegemon, the British Empire, Arthur did not kill them all. As long as the British wanted, they could still be the so-called European hegemon, or even the most powerful country besides Australasia.

Of course, as one of Arthur’s plans, after the end of World War II, it was naturally time for Arthur to say goodbye to the throne.

The good inheritance of the monarchy should be considered more for the next generation of monarchs, so that William has enough time to be in power, instead of continuing to covet the throne in his hands.

As the first monarch in the history of Australasia and the founder of the empire, Arthur naturally had no attachment to the throne.

He had done what he should do, and Australasia had successfully grown into the world’s first power. It was time to pass on the power and huge responsibility to William, and to cultivate the third generation of excellent monarchs for the empire, that is, William’s eldest son Alexander, while Arthur was still healthy.

On December 31, 1939, Arthur announced his abdication through a wireless broadcast on the last day of the year, and said that he would hold a coronation ceremony for William on the first day of 1940.

The public was in an uproar, and it instantly became the biggest news in the world.

In the broadcast, Arthur continued his previous speaking style, but did not mention much about his contribution to the country.

Arthur said with emotion: “The 39 years since I became the monarch of Australasia have been the most unforgettable period of my life.

I am honored to make a promise to God with all Australasia to make Australasia rise, and to complete it under the witness of God and all Australasia.

Thank God, and thank every Australasia who has fought for the country. The Empire will never forget your contribution to the country, and I will never forget the great Australasia.

Please allow me to give my sincere wishes to all Australasia for the last time as the Emperor of Australasia. May you enjoy the best of 1939. The day after, we can also look forward to the beautiful first day of 1940.

At any time, I will be proud of being a member of Australasia, and at any time, I will be proud of the great achievements we have made in the past 30 years.

Now, it is time to hand over this responsibility to the next monarch, William, who I have carefully cultivated for the country and the people. I believe that he can become a qualified monarch and lead the Australasia people to become stronger.

May God bless William and all Australasia people, and the empire is with us. ”

Although this speech is not magnificent, the sincere feelings in it have moved all Australasia. Especially the Australasia people who have experienced the period of the Principality of Australia, their feelings for Arthur are the purest and most fanatical.

And these people have become the elders of the new generation of Australasia people, and their deep enthusiasm and love for Arthur are also affecting the next generation of Australasia people.

Of course, people do not have much objection to Arthur passing the throne to William. After all, Arthur also said that William is a qualified monarch he carefully selected, and the inheritance of the throne is also necessary for the development of time.

But this did not prevent the people from being reluctant to part with Arthur, especially the sudden news, which made the people feel extremely reluctant to part with Arthur.

What Arthur did not expect was that after this broadcast was transmitted to all parts of the country, people came to the vicinity of the palace in just half an hour.

These people held high banners hoping that Arthur would be emperor for a few more years, gathered at the gate and around the palace, and shouted: “We need your majesty!”.

Such a movement was rarely or even never seen in the entire West. The huge movement quickly attracted the attention of the palace guards, and the news was also passed to Arthur.

Arthur had long anticipated the possible reaction after his announcement of abdication. In this case, only Arthur himself could solve the people’s reluctance.

Arthur asked the guards to invite everyone to the square in front of the palace, and then deployed simple amplification and sound transmission equipment in the square.

Looking at the people gathered together in the night, Arthur’s eyes were moved and no need to say more.

“My people, I understand your emotions. I am also reluctant to give up the empire I created.

But my age does not allow me to stay on the throne. It is time for a stronger young man to shoulder the responsibility of the country.

Ladies and gentlemen, the rise of the empire is inseparable from the support of all the people. I hope you can support William and every future Australasian emperor as you support me.

Of course, the Australasian emperor is definitely not autocratic. The emperor is more like a representative and protector of the interests of the people.

If any Australasian emperor in the future disregards the interests of the people and even endangers the entire country, I hope that all Australasians can unite to drive him off the throne.

The Empire exists because of the united efforts of all Australasians. And for me, it is time to enjoy my new life.

Now, I hope you will join me in shouting, ‘Long live the Empire, long live Australasia! ‘, and let us look forward to what beautiful stories the Empire will write under William’s rule.

May God be with you and me. ”

This impromptu speech was very short, lasting only about ten minutes.

Fortunately, the people were very obedient to Arthur’s words. After shouting a few times in the square, the people almost dispersed.

The news of Arthur’s abdication and the short speech in the square were quickly published in domestic and foreign news, and the people reluctantly accepted the news.

The people turned to look forward to William’s coronation. After all, this was the qualified heir to the throne that Arthur said he had trained.

What’s more, William has been involved in government affairs for several years.

During this period of time, William’s performance has been seen in the hearts of the people.

Whether it is representing the royal family in foreign diplomacy or handling domestic affairs, William is indeed a qualified monarch as Arthur said.