The 495th chapter, the founding ceremony of Ireland (1)
Under the escort of the world's strongest warship, Joseph arrived at Carol Harbor in Ireland, where he was grandly welcomed by senior executives of the United Irish Federation, including Russell.
Before the warship entered the port, the Irish fired a salute 24 times to show their welcome. Although Joseph was not the head of state of any country, of course, theoretically, Joseph was Caesar of the Roman Empire. But Caesar was the deputy emperor and could not be regarded as the head of state.
Russell greeted Joseph in person on the dock. When Joseph walked up to the springboard, the military band immediately played the "Slaves' War Song". Joseph frowned slightly. The song, now he sounded a little uncomfortable. However, he immediately returned to his smile, raised his right hand, and waved to the cheering crowd below.
As he walked down the springboard, Joseph's hand and Russell's hand were tightly held together. Because he was too excited, he held Joseph's right hand tightly with both hands and shook it hard. Considering that Russell often trained with the soldiers and worked with the farmers over the years, Joseph, well, has been pampering. So, Russell just used a little force, and Joseph's mouth was already crooked.
"Ra...Russell...comrade...be gentle...be gentle...it hurts so much..." Joseph moaned with his mouth tilted.
Russell noticed that he seemed to be a little too enthusiastic, so he quickly let go and said embarrassedly: "Dean Bonaparte, I'm really sorry, I've hurt you."
Joseph moved his right hand slightly, and it was already like this. What else could he do? Of course, he could only forgive him.
The two walked forward along the paved red carpet, and the people on both sides cheered at them together.
The two of them went up to a podium together. Russell, as the master, spoke first. He first reviewed the pain the Irish people suffered under British colonial rule, and then praised him highly: "'A cannon in the French Revolution brought us revolutionary ideas, allowing us to see the direction of Ireland's progress.' As the saying goes, "The sun shines out in all directions, and the thoughts of the Great Revolution shine golden light; the sun shines warmth in the human body, and the glory of the Great Revolution illuminates our hearts'. From then on, the Irish people have a proposition and a direction in their hearts. The victory of the Irish Revolution is inseparable from the guidance of the French Revolution.
President Bonaparte was not only a scientist, a general, but also a revolutionary fighter and a revolutionary thinker. His thoughts saved the Federation and saved the Irish Revolution more than once at the most dangerous time.
President Bonaparte not only guided us in thought, but also supported us in action. Our victory is inseparable from the victory of revolutionary France. Without the wild boar deporters sent to us by the French comrades, we cannot best protect our crops from being ruined by the British wild boars; without the fleet of French comrades, we cannot break the British blockade; without the cannon barrels of French comrades, we cannot gain independence and freedom now.
But our enemies have not yet completely failed. Although they have been temporarily forced to retreat to their nests, they still want to come back, squeeze us again and enslave us. Therefore, we must stand firmly with our friends and completely eliminate this jackal that harms people..."
After Russell's speech, Joseph also delivered a relatively short speech. He first highly praised the courage and tenacity of the Irish people, and praised the hardworking and bravery of the Irish people, and the greatest people in the world, just like the French people. He said that if it were not for the Irish people's great spirit, no matter how much support and help it would be solved. "Eggs can hatch chickens because eggs have such potential. If they are replaced by a pebbles, even if the hen is exhausted to death, it will be useless. The Irish people's own struggle is the first reason for gaining independence and freedom."
Then he emphasized that the world is one, and the liberation of everyone is the liberation of more people. France cannot be an isolated island of freedom and democracy. France needs friends and truly like-minded friends. Ireland is such a friend. The Irish people and the French people should always be friendly to each other for generations.
Finally, Joseph grabbed Russell's hand, raised his two hands holding each other, and shouted: "Long live Ireland, long live the great unity of the peoples of France and Ireland!"
After the speech, Joseph stayed at the "Independence Hotel" in Port Carol. The next morning, he also attended the National Founding Preparatory Meeting of the United Irish Federation.
Because everyone decided to set the capital in Dublin, the founding ceremony and other things should naturally be carried out here. But Joseph was very opposed to this.
"Comrade Russell, you should know that in the Irish Sea, we have no sea control. The British mines blocked the entrance to this sea area. Our warships could not pass, and the British warships could indeed come. If the British warship suddenly appeared and launched shelling on the city during the founding ceremony, what should we do?
The founding ceremony is a grand ceremony, and there will definitely be many people and friends participating. If they are bombarded on this occasion, it is likely to cause huge casualties. So, I think the capital of Ireland can follow the tradition in Dublin, but the founding ceremony should still be placed in a safer place. In addition, including the central government agencies, in a short time, I mean that when we are not able to ensure the safety of Dublin, we should not set up in Dublin first. We have been waiting for an independent country for many years, and this patience should be required. And it doesn’t take too long. After Dublin’s defensive facilities, especially the sea defense facilities, are consolidated, the Irish central government can go to Dublin.”
Joseph's suggestion was recognized by everyone. So in the end, the founding ceremony was set up in Port Carol. This was the base for the Irish independence movement. The masses here were very supportive of the revolution, and the masses were well organized. It was very difficult for British assassin spies and other people to get in. On the sea, there were French fleets, land, and French aid-built. If the British Navy had no life, it would be like Tom to fight Spike, which was definitely a tyrant.
Chapter completed!