Republic of Korea in Yeokcheon - Chapter 283
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#283. Go and have some trouble.
bang!
“What the hell do these fucking Koreans think of us!”
“… … .”
“… … .”
Sukarno was really angry.
The document that the Minister of Foreign Affairs brought, saying that it was given by Kim Kyu-sik.
It was virtually a document demanding surrender, and its main contents were as follows:
1. The Republic of Indonesia, led by the government, maliciously and systematically incited citizens to unauthorized termination of a resource development contract with the Republic of Korea that was justly and fairly concluded, resulting in the tragedy of six Korean citizens being sacrificed and causing astronomical amounts of property damage to the Republic of Korea.
Accordingly, the Indonesian government must immediately issue an official apology, provide compensation for the damages, and prosecute and punish President Sukarno and other key figures who instigated this incident.
In particular, President Sukarno immediately resigned from the presidency.
In addition, the truth about this incident should be repeatedly reported in all media within the Republic of Indonesia for at least 30 days so that the citizens of the Republic of Indonesia can be aware of the exact facts.
2. The Republic of Indonesia has ambitions for the territory of the Republic of Borneo, a protectorate of the Republic of Korea, and is conducting armed demonstrations at sea and illegal propaganda and espionage activities within the Republic of Borneo.
This is not only an act that destroys the international order in East Asia established after World War II, but also an act of aggression that betrays the good faith of the Republic of Korea, which supported the independence of the Republic of Indonesia.
Accordingly, we demand that the South Korean government immediately cease all acts threatening the Republic of Borneo, and also officially recognize the sovereignty and territory of the Republic of Borneo and apologize to the Republic of Borneo and the Republic of Korea.
3. If the legitimate demands of the Republic of Korea mentioned above are not accepted within 10 days from the date of receipt of this document, the Republic of Korea declares that it will not hesitate to mobilize its military forces to restore the redress and justice for the Korean citizens who were cruelly sacrificed, to protect the legitimate interests of the Republic of Korea, and to protect the sovereignty of the Republic of Borneo.
etc…….
“Indict and punish me? No, demand that I resign from the presidency immediately? Who are these guys!”
“… … .”
This was the condition that Sukarno was most indignant about.
Punishing the president of Indonesia and the father of the nation?
No, you want me to resign immediately?
Even if his actions were discovered, there was no law like this in the world.
What makes you say that the Republic of Korea, a foreign country, is making such demands?
What makes me even more upset is that instead of even suggesting negotiation, they are unilaterally demanding acceptance within ten days.
And if we don’t accept it, you’ll deploy military force?
This was no different from saying that we will go to war with Indonesia.
“excuse me…….”
“what!”
Foreign Minister Suvandrio was about to say something when Sukarno shouted at him and he almost said, “No.”
But I had to say what I had to say.
“I’m sorry, but the cause lies with South Korea. So, I’m trying to negotiate and appease them somehow… … .”
“What nonsense are you talking about! Are you telling me to step down and be punished now?”
“No, that’s not what you’re saying. Realistically, it’s true that we’re at a disadvantage, so let’s try to resolve this diplomatically somehow… … .”
“Is this a problem that can be solved diplomatically? Huh!”
“Shouldn’t we do something, like actively expressing our intention to give up Borneo and pay compensation? South Korea is a superpower. It’s too strong an enemy for us to deal with, at least for now.”
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, Subandrio was a frequent visitor to Seoul.
So, as an Indonesian, I was unusually aware of the strength of South Korea.
We must prevent war at all costs.
If war broke out, it was obvious that Indonesia would soon be defeated.
But wherever you go, there are bound to be people who live in dreams.
Like the Minister of Defense here, who is absolutely loyal to Sukarno.
“Minister Subandrio! What nonsense are you talking about! Our Indonesia is not the Indonesia of the past! We have 300,000 elite Indonesian soldiers! And the justification? What is the justification? Isn’t it true that the Koreans have plundered our resources? Of course, there were some unfortunate incidents, but you are threatening our sovereign nation of Indonesia over the deaths of just six people? Let them come if they want!”
“Listen, Minister Nasution! The Republic of Korea is a powerful country that defeated the Kwantung Army and even defeated the Soviet Union! How on earth are you going to stop them?”
“Huh! Have you forgotten that Indonesia is an island? Do you not know how much blood the US shed to occupy a tiny island in the Pacific? In order to occupy an island with only a few tens of thousands of people, the US military poured in hundreds of warships and hundreds of thousands of troops, and they had to make enormous sacrifices! So how can someone like Korea possibly do anything to Indonesia, which is protected by over 300,000 troops?”
“… … .”
He was talking nonsense.
Suhandrio was about to refute the ridiculous claim, but Sukarno stopped him as he opened his mouth.
“Yes! Minister Nasution is right! Our Indonesia is an island nation. No matter how powerful South Korea may be, is it stronger than the United States?”
“That’s different!”
“Shut up! Do you really think that we, Indonesia, should bow down to those guys? Or do you want me to resign as president? Is that it?”
“ha…….”
It was a shocking thing for the subordinates, but if the president comes out like that, it’s like reading sutras to a deaf ear.
You only hear what you want to hear and see what you want to see.
Especially when it comes to your own safety.
And here comes the crushing news.
dripping!
Suddenly, a soldier rushed into the conference room with a knock on the door.
“What’s going on! We’re in the middle of an important meeting!”
“I apologize for interrupting you as an urgent report has come in.”
“An urgent report?”
“They say the South Korean Navy has appeared in our northern waters, that is, in the Java Sea.”
“What, what? Is that true?”
“Yes.”
“No, how much?”
“They say it’s a fleet that even includes aircraft carriers.”
“See! Those Koreans were definitely after us, Indonesia, from the beginning!”
“If you want to come, just tell them to come!”
“It’s war! War!”
“… … .”
Foreign Minister Subandrio closed his eyes.
Now, there is no way to resolve the situation peacefully.
***
2:00 p.m., Jakarta time, August 25, 1959.
About ten warships were in formation in the Java Sea.
It was the 77th Mobile Force of the 7th Mobile Fleet.
“What are they? Are they going to fight us?”
77th Mobile Force flagship aircraft carrier CV-2 Sejong the Great.
This Essex-class aircraft carrier was donated by the United States and had already undergone two major renovations. The second renovation adopted an inclined deck, which made it possible to operate jet fighters, although the space was somewhat cramped.
Admiral Lee Soo-man, the commander of the Mobile Forces, was watching the video sent by Albatross in the combat information room and was dumbfounded.
Radar and video footage captured Indonesian naval forces gathering.
“Hey, do you think you could be that crazy? I don’t know about the Indonesian Army, but the Navy guys know how strong our Navy is.”
“Well, I know that too, but looking at what they’re doing, it looks like they’re definitely going to attack.”
As Admiral Lee Soo-man said, the Indonesian Navy was quickly gathering at a point 50km ahead of the 77th Mobile Force, and at first glance, it seemed that most of the Indonesian Navy had gathered.
“They probably gathered here because they were ordered to do so. So they won’t attack me. If they did, wouldn’t that be nonsense?”
Even if the Indonesian Navy were to gather most of its ships, like most other navies of this era, they would be surplus ships from the US and UK.
There were hardly any destroyers, and at best, they were River-class or Tacoma-class frigates. Even if there were 100 of these ships, they were at best Gearing-class frigates, and even the 77th Mobile Fleet, which had all been modernized, would not be able to show off their skills.
“Then does it make sense that they killed our people?”
“… … .”
When the commander said that, the operations staff was left speechless.
“Look, war isn’t something that happens based solely on rational reasoning.”
“Is that so?”
“Yeah, did you think we would be fighting the Indonesians as early as early August? They were a bit vague to call us allies, but they were the friendly country that gave us independence?”
“okay.”
“Besides, weren’t those ships the ones we received through arrangements with England and the United States? And we even trained them?”
“Well, I don’t know how it came to this. I personally know quite a few Indonesian Navy guys.”
As the operations chief said, most of the Indonesian naval vessels were provided by South Korea through arrangements with the UK and the US, and even training was provided, so he was acquainted with high-ranking Indonesian naval officers.
But somehow, they ended up confronting each other like this.
“That is none of our business. Our people have been slaughtered, and our rightful property is being taken away. Furthermore, our protectorate, the Republic of Borneo, is also under threat. So if you attack us, we will drown you all.”
“All right.”
“Well, I hope they don’t really attack since their higher-ups are crazy… … .”
“… … .”
“Anyway, make sure to be on high alert. Make sure to keep an eye on the air patrol.”
“All right.”
Admiral Lee Soo-man said the same thing, but the current situation was equally absurd.
“Those guys used to hit the back of America’s head, and now they’re hitting us in the back of the head. Huh! They’re like crazy guys… … .”
The price for the back of the head must definitely be paid.
That way, you won’t get hit in the back of the head again.
13:15, August 31, 1959.
Blue House National Security Council.
“There was a request for a video conference from Deputy Prime Minister Kim Kyu-sik.”
“Connect.”
“yes.”
After a while, Kim Kyu-sik appeared on the screen.
“Teacher, thank you for your hard work.”
“Haha! No, I am doing well here in the Republic of Borneo, thanks to their kind treatment.”
“Well, that’s good.”
For the Republic of Borneo, Kim Kyu-sik was a lifeline.
Perhaps he was being really harsh.
“Okay, what’s going on?”
“The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially responded to our government.”
“Oh! Really? What did you say?”
“Let me just tell you the conclusion. All of our Republic of Korea’s demands are unjustified demands based on imperialism. And the Republic of Indonesia will not yield to any imperialist power and will stand up to it.”
“Hahaha! You crazy bastards! What kind of imperialist country grants independence and then invades?”
“Poohahaha!”
“ha ha ha!”
Not only Lee Kang-cheol, but everyone else laughed along.
It was expected, but the answer was so absurd.
“Haha! Well, anyway, that’s what happened.”
“Your foreign minister… … . Did he do it? Was it him?”
“No. I heard that person was fired.”
“Tsk! He seemed like a normal person… … .”
“That’s right. That’s why it’s a bit disappointing.”
“Well, I guess there’s nothing I can do. No, honestly, I was worried that I might get scared and accept all the conditions. It turned out well.”
“… … .”
Everyone nodded their heads in agreement at those words.
Things had gotten to this point and it would have been a waste to give up.
Lee Kang-cheol looked out the window for a moment and then opened his mouth.
“In the end, Sukarno has crossed the line. Now all that remains is war. Prime Minister Ko Seok-man!”
“Yes, Mr. President.”
“Prime Minister Goh, as soon as the meeting is over, notify the Senate and the House of Representatives of the war against Indonesia!”
“Okay, I’ll go and explain it to you in person.”
“That would be good. Then, with the authority of the President, I declare war on Indonesia. Mr. Deputy Prime Minister!”
“Yes, Mr. President.”
“Please declare war on Indonesia now.”
“All right.”
“And Vice Minister Park Jae-seung.”
“yes.”
“You will explain the situation to the allies and the UN on behalf of the Deputy Prime Minister. Don’t worry about the US, I will inform you separately.”
“All right.”
“President Kim Jong-woo.”
“Yes, go ahead.”
“When can we leave?”
“Preparations are complete. We will leave tomorrow.”
“Are you going to go in person again this time?”
“You know my personality, right?”
“You too, I understand. Go and suffer.”
“Hehehe! Okay, I understand.”
The conquest of Indonesia was finally decided.
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