He is Already a Tycoon at a Young Age! - Chapter 66



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Episode 66 – The German Uber Aless

Laughter erupted from all around.

We came down from the podium waving to the people.

‘It seems to be quite effective.’

The reporters’ response seems to be good too.

There should be at least one light event like this.

“The Hitler Division that I used to joke about has become official. Isn’t that funny?”

Tesla approached with a smile.

“I’ll tell you in advance next time. Everyone wanted to give Hitler a hard time.”

“Events like this are always welcome.”

I wonder who suggested it first.

Richter? Or Joseph?

Strangely enough, it feels a bit like Edison.

‘I’ll have to look into it later.’

It’s not like I have any regrets. It’s more fun to do molka while taking turns.

Hitler’s division.

No matter how many times I listen to it, it feels like the Nazi SS.

Well, it’s fortunate that it’s not a racist Aryan group.

Hitler’s division made up of industrialists, scientists, artists, and publicists.

‘It seems like a group of evil villains.’

After the commemorative photo session, the awards ceremony continued.

Following the Nobel Prize in Physics, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, and the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Finally, it’s the Nobel Peace Prize’s turn.

The trophy was awarded to a French politician named Leon Bourgeois.

The first Secretary-General of the League of Nations.

‘The name is Bourgeois.’

A name the socialists would hate. Applause erupted from all directions as he lifted the trophy.

Politicians and diplomats from around the world, including France, Britain and Germany, sent their congratulatory messages.

“Peace will now be possible through the League of Nations, and Europe will never again be in danger of war…”

His speech continued.

League of Nations.

It became half-baked because the United States, which was the original sponsor, dropped out.

‘The current League of Nations system is bound to collapse at some point.’

It is struggling to cope properly with Italy’s invasion of Ethiopia and Japan’s invasion of Manchuria.

Eventually replaced by the UN after World War II.

‘What if President Wilson had compromised with the Republicans?’

If the United States had joined, the story might have been different.

Then someone came to me.

“Mr. Adolf Hitler. You are here.”

A familiar face.

It was Stresemann.

“My name is Gustav Stresemann. I have heard a lot about Mr. Hitler, but I never thought I would meet him here.”

“That goes for me too, Senator.”

I know you well too.

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Gustav Stresemann.

A key figure in the German People’s Party who rose to the position of Chancellor of the Republic.

‘I tried to revise the Treaty of Versailles to the maximum possible compromise.’

In recognition of these efforts, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1927.

A symbolic figure of the center-right.

Has this person read the book I wrote?

Well, it would probably be faster to find someone who hasn’t read it now.

“I have read Mr. Hitler’s book several times. He is truly amazing. I can’t believe that 50% of it is fiction.”

“Sometimes reality seems more fake. Everything written in the book is true.”

The two of us picked up the cocktail glasses the waitress brought us.

“Rather, there are many things that we didn’t cover because they sounded too unrealistic.”

“That’s amazing. In fact, I was most impressed by what Mr. Hitler said about Lebensraum in a recent interview.”

Stresemann said, sipping his glass.

“Germany, having lost the war, has no choice but to bow down to some extent. In order to reassure other European countries, it must show a peaceful attitude.”

A peaceful attitude.

I see what you mean.

“Lebensraum through expansion of spirit and culture, not territory. It seems like the theory that Germany needs most right now.”

“I agree with you, Senator. It seems like a theory that fits particularly well with a republican system.”

Stresemann and the People’s Party’s line was also pretty good.

If it weren’t for the Great Depression, it would have continued.

‘Because Stresemann got sick and died just before the Great Depression.’

This was literally the worst possible timing.

With the death of its leader, Stresemann, the People’s Party naturally lost its power.

‘Stresemann. Maybe we can use it to stop extremist forces in Germany.’

Then, lost in thought, Stresemann opened his mouth again.

“Please come to Berlin on this occasion. There are many people who want to meet Mr. Hitler, not just me. Our People’s Party should prepare an event…”

“I’d like to, but my schedule is so busy. I’ll think about it.”

I answered in a calm tone.

He’s asking for some strength for his party.

If you visit the People’s Party, you will soon be considered a supporter of Stresemann.

A fox-like water channel.

‘If it were me, I would have called the reporters in advance before the visit.’

I emptied my cocktail glass and smiled at him.

Your thinking style is similar.

“If I ever stop by Germany, I will definitely contact you.”

“I see. In fact, there is another part of Mr. Hitler’s book that I found impressive besides Lebensraum.”

Stresemann said.

“Didn’t you say that not only far-right nationalism but also communist revolution would be a danger to Germany?”

“As the Spartacus rebellion has already proven.”

The communist armed revolution in Berlin led by Rosa Luxemburg.

It ended with Rosa being murdered by Free Corps volunteers.

“I too share the same view as Mr. Hitler, especially in this vulnerable situation in which the Republic has come into being.”

He stopped talking and slowly opened his mouth.

“You may also know that Poland and Russia are currently at war. There is fierce fighting over Warsaw.”

“Yes, I know.”

This is one of the things I’m most concerned about right now.

Soviet moves that differ from the original history.

“If Poland falls, Germany will find itself right on the border with the Red Army. That would be the worst possible situation.”

“I understand what you mean, but I’m not sure there’s anything I can do as an entrepreneur.”

It seems like there’s some purpose to it.

What is Stresemann aiming at now?

“But the parties of the Republic are doing nothing. They are not helping Poland, nor are they joining hands with the Red Army. All they do is block the Allied supplies going to Poland.”

“It’s disrupting Allied supplies going to Poland.”

I think I’ve heard it before.

That would put the Polish army at a greater disadvantage.

“If Mr. Hitler comes to Germany and gives strength to the People’s Party…”

Stresemann said with narrowed eyes, his eyes carefully observing my reaction.

“We could also have a unified voice in the Republic’s parliament. Even if we don’t support Poland directly, we could at least allow the transport of supplies.”

“Do you think that’s what I want, Senator?”

“Well, I think Mr. Hitler is German, so he would be interested in German affairs. He also has an ideology that the Bolsheviks must be stopped.”

Stresemann smiled faintly as he said that.

“Investing in Germany or setting up a factory. Wouldn’t it be easier for business if you had a few friends in parliament?”

“I understand what you mean.”

They’re scratching each other’s itch. Are they going to make it easier to do business in Germany?

Actually, I benefit more.

I needed more information.

“I will try to reply as soon as possible.”

“I hope the Republic will survive until then.”

Stresemann brought the cocktail glass to his lips with a mischievous smile.

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We spent a few days wandering around Stockholm.

The city’s atmosphere was just as vibrant as New York’s.

One difference from the United States was that there were still more horses than cars on the roads.

Well, there’s no country with as many cars as the United States these days.

“Hey, this is the new information that came in this time.”

“Thank you, put it on the right side of the table.”

After saying that, I pushed the piles of papers aside.

In Stockholm, I was able to obtain a variety of information.

Politicians and diplomats.

I diligently went around embassies and party halls to gather information.

There was even information coming from Europe. Although the United States was connected by wireless telegraphy, it was not possible to grasp the situation in such detail.

“By the way, you’ve been standing around all day, looking at paperwork. Is something bothering you?”

“Hungary and Poland. These are the two places that are the problem.”

I poked at the map in the middle of the table.

The communist regime in Hungary should have collapsed by now.

The Hungarian communist regime, led by Jewish leader Bela Kun, invaded Romania in a reversal of historical precedent.

It disappeared in less than a year after taking power.

‘But now there is no talk of invading Romania at all.’

Hungary’s western border is with Austria.

Is it fortunate that this place has not been swayed by the communist wave?

The Polish front was tense, just as Stresemann had said. Warsaw, the capital of Poland, was in danger of falling.

‘It’s clear that something happened in Russia.’

The situation is one of suppressing the war in Hungary and putting pressure on the Polish army.

“We can’t let Poland be eaten. If we get to Warsaw, the war will be effectively over.”

“Wouldn’t the West intervene before then? I don’t think they’d just sit back and watch the Red Army advance into Central Europe.”

“Yes, it will prevent the country from falling completely. But the war will end on much worse terms for Poland.”

We need to prevent such situations.

Because there’s definitely something going on in Russia.

“Well, that doesn’t mean there’s anything we can do about it. War is something that individuals like us cannot change.”

Richter sighed as he looked through the stack of papers.

“Don’t you remember rolling around on the Western Front?”

“There’s no way I wouldn’t remember.”

The damn trenches.

Because of the rain that came all of a sudden, the mud came up to my knees.

“But things are different now than they were then. Back then, we were just ordinary soldiers…”

I added with a shrug.

“Now they are businessmen running global companies.”

“Then what are you going to do?”

“Britain and France are trying to support Poland in this war. They are sending a lot of supplies.”

I took out a piece of paper and handed it to Richter.

Items of support supplies loaded on the ship.

It was exactly as Stresemann said.

“Wow, that’s a lot. But didn’t you say that the Polish army is short on supplies right now?”

“Someone is blocking the way to Poland.”

That’s Germany.

The divided Congress is working hard on this again.

‘It’s not that I don’t understand.’

Danzig and the Polish Corridor.

After World War I, Poland was guaranteed access to the sea under the Treaty of Versailles.

However, most of the population of Danzig and the Polish Corridor were German, and the Weimar government was trying to reclaim these territories as its own.

‘Danzig? War?’

The German invasion of Poland, which marked the beginning of World War II in earnest, also began in Danzig.

The Polish-Soviet war was an opportunity for Germany.

If Poland collapses or becomes weakened, it will be easier to regain territory.

‘But that’s only a short-term benefit.’

Without the buffer of Poland, Germany would have to share a border with the Soviet Union.

How can we prevent this situation?

“It might be possible if I use the influence I have.”

Stresemann’s suggestion flashed through my mind.

‘I’ve been reluctant to go to Germany until now…’

If you’re just stopping by before heading back to the US, that should be fine.

There is no reason not to use the cards in my hand.

German investment could also benefit. I turned my head and looked at Richter.

“Would you like to stop by Germany for a bit?”

“Are you saying we should go to Germany? That’s a bit unexpected. You haven’t really brought up Germany before.”

Richter shrugged.

“I’m fine. I’m also meeting relatives I haven’t seen in a while. But I heard things are better these days.”

“Then let’s go without telling the reporters. We need to go to Berlin quietly and get a feel for the atmosphere.”

Two days later.

Richter and I boarded a ship bound for Hamburg.

It only took a few hours to arrive.

By the time we got off the boat, the sun was already slowly setting.

Dock workers swarmed onto the ship.

“Once you get to the train station, you can buy a ticket right away…”

As I was saying that, something caught my eye.

Dozens of people gathered at the port.

From suits to factory uniforms to women in skirts.

Different ages and genders.

“There’s Adolf Hitler!”

“where?!”

“You’re finally here!”

At someone’s shout, people gathered in a crowd.

Suddenly, a crowd of Burns detectives surrounded me in a circle.

“What the heck is this…”

Then a large sign appeared.

A picture of Mickey Mouse holding the German and Austrian flags.

Beneath it was written in large letters.

[Adolf Hitler Welcome Committee]

No, what is this?

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Author’s Note

Q: Why do you use Deutsch and Germany interchangeably? What is the difference between the two?

A: Today, both ‘Germany’ and ‘Austria’ say that they speak ‘German’. However, saying this gives the impression that there was originally a country called ‘Germany’ and that ‘Austria’ also spoke German. Since present-day Germany is a more powerful country than Austria, this impression feels right.

However, since the Middle Ages, the title of emperor of the entire “Germany”, meaning “the place where the Germans live”, was held by the Austrian Habsburgs. Vienna, not Berlin, was the center of the Germans and the empire for a long time. The two countries shared a long history, and after the fall of the Holy Roman Empire, which included Prussia and Austria, in 1806, it was completely divided when Prussia established the German Empire in 1871.

The previous Austrian defeat in the Austro-Prussian War of 1866 left Austria behind in the competition between the two great powers to unify Germany. The Prussian-led ‘Little Germany’, or ‘German Empire’, is the parent entity of present-day Germany.

However, Deutschland is sometimes used as a superordinate concept that unites Germany and Austria, and strictly speaking, it also refers to the Holy Roman Empire in central Europe since the Middle Ages.

In this work, terms are sometimes used interchangeably for the sake of readability and easy understanding by readers. If you are curious about the details, I think you can gain additional knowledge from Wikipedia and related books.

(Source – From Bismarck to Hitler, translator’s note by Inhee Ahn)