Republic of Korea in Yeokcheon - Chapter 284



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#284. Want to go wild again?

The declaration of war against Indonesia was immediately delivered to the Sukarno government through the Republic of China embassy in Indonesia.

Since there are currently no Koreans in Indonesia, the South Korean government asked the Republic of China to do so.

Since the Republic of China was in a situation where they could just see a shaman and eat rice cakes, there was absolutely no reason to refuse.

Rather, I was just happy because I thought that the national power of the Republic of Korea would be exhausted in this war.

“These guys, really!”

Sukarno was furious.

I couldn’t understand what I had done so wrong that these guys had to do this to me.

Nationalization policy of oil resources, etc.?

Since that was the policy adopted by many countries that gained independence after the war, I didn’t feel like I had done anything particularly wrong.

Of course, I know that the oil development by South Korea is not comparable to what the Netherlands did during the imperialist era, and even when compared to the oil development practices of that time, the conditions are not that bad.

But a pity is a pity.

Moreover, the South Koreans pretended to be clean and did not even provide the so-called ruling funds that other countries were providing.

They were originally displeased that, from the time of independence, only Sumatra and Java were granted independence, not the entire Dutch East Indies that they had wanted.

I didn’t want to do business with those guys even if the conditions were good.

“If you want to come, let them come! I won’t let them set foot on our land even once! It’s war! War!”

“Our Indonesian military is ready!”

“Okay! I only trust you! Kill them as soon as they come!”

“yes!”

The whole of Indonesia began to boil.

“Harry, here I come.”

-Iron, I heard the news. Are you really planning to attack Indonesia?

No matter what anyone says, the best ally is the United States.

It was right for Lee Kang-cheol to inform us as soon as possible and explain the situation himself.

“Yes, that’s what happened.”

―I don’t like Indonesia’s reckless behavior either, but is that okay? Indonesia is an island country, so it’s not an easy opponent to hit.

“I know that, but that doesn’t mean our people are suffering a disaster and our country is being humiliated. We can’t just sit back and do nothing. If we do, everyone will look down on our Republic of Korea.”

―I totally agree with that. And once you start looking funny, you start jumping at things that aren’t that funny.

“That’s why I’m trying to see your hands.”

―Huh! I don’t understand why that bastard Sukarno hit the back of your head and caused this mess.

“That was originally supposed to be a stab in the back of the head for the United States.”

-Huh? What do you mean?

“In the original history, the United States was the one who got stabbed in the back of the head. The United States pressured the Netherlands to become independent, but then they invaded North Borneo out of greed and went to war with Malaysia. And from then on, they became close to communist countries.”

-No, what kind of fucking bastard is that?

Harry Truman also got a hot flash in the back of his head that didn’t even exist in this history.

– Are you saying that we, the United States, just stood by and watched?

“What if we didn’t stay still? It was the height of the Cold War, and it was difficult for even the United States to move recklessly? He didn’t just hit the back of the United States’ head without thinking.”

– You damn kid! Is there anything I can help you with? I’ll be more than happy to help you.

“Haha! Thank you for just listening to me. Just pay attention to international public opinion.”

-Don’t worry about that.

“Anyway, you know that.”

-Be careful, Iron. I know your country’s ghostly abilities well, but war with an island nation is still really difficult.

“Thank you. Our Admiral Kim is there herself, so she will take care of it.”

-Oh! Is that guy still active?

“Of course.”

―Hahaha! Then there’s nothing to worry about. Now, I’m starting to feel sorry for Sukarno.

“… … .”

As expected, reputation was important to people.

As soon as the South Korean government decided to declare war, it launched a public opinion war both domestically and internationally.

South Korea was already recognized as a superpower, so if I didn’t explain it properly, it could be misunderstood as me beating up a newly independent country.

Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Park Jae-seung held a press conference for foreign correspondents on behalf of Kim Kyu-sik, who is in Borneo.

“All foreign correspondents, please look at the screen. This is the atrocity they committed this time.”

Chorrrrrr!

As the projector began to roll, the large screen began to show footage of the disaster at the Minas Oil Field in Sumatra.

“Oh my! Oh my!”

“Are those guys crazy? They have no other country to touch, so they are touching South Korea?”

“That’s what I’m saying.”

Foreign correspondents, who have been living in South Korea, know well how powerful the country is today.

But, they killed a citizen of the Republic of Korea.

As the video ended, the barrage of questions continued.

“This is reporter Li Qiang from the Ming Pao newspaper of the Republic of China!”

“Go ahead.”

“I sincerely regret the tragedy that befell our citizens.”

“Thank you.”

“But isn’t it a bit much to dispatch a large fleet and invade based on the actions of a few thugs? Isn’t that similar to the behavior of imperialist countries in the past, who would invade other countries using minor incidents as an excuse?”

As expected, it seemed like the reporter from the Republic of China was trying to subtly criticize South Korea’s dispatch of troops.

“If some rioters crossed the line, then yes.”

“yes?”

“This incident was not the work of a few Indonesian mobs. It was an organized act carried out by the Indonesian government under the direction of President Sukarno.”

“Hey, that’s just a guess by the South Korean government, right? Deploying a large fleet and combat troops based on guesses alone is just… … .”

“I’m saying this because there is evidence. When have we ever seen our Republic of Korea say something like this without evidence?”

“Yes? Proof? Is it true?”

“Yes.”

“What is the evidence?”

“I’ll show you. Over there, bring me out.”

As Vice Minister Park Jae-seung gave instructions to his staff, an employee came out of the door on the right side of the stage, pushing Chotko Amin in a wheelchair.

“What, who is that guy? Is he Indonesian?”

“I think so?”

Foreign correspondents who saw Amin’s haggard face began to stir.

“Who is that person?”

“His name is Joko Amin, he is from the Indonesian Army Intelligence Service and he is the one who instigated and caused the Minas massacre. He does not speak English so ask him directly.”

“Are you a member of the Indonesian Army Intelligence Service? And is it true that this incident in Indonesia was organized and carried out by the Indonesian government?”

“My name is Jotko Amin. I am a sergeant in the Indonesian Army Intelligence Service and I am an active-duty Army officer. And this incident happened because I incited the mob under the orders of my superiors and it got out of control… … .”

Chotko Amin has already given up on everything.

I’ll die anyway if I return home.

Now, we have no choice but to actively cooperate with South Korea to find a way to survive.

That’s how Amin’s confession ended.

But Lee Chang still clung tenaciously.

“Even if this person is Indonesian, where is the evidence that the government instigated this? I’m sorry, but they could have just arrested any Indonesian and instigated an interview?”

“I knew you’d say that.”

“yes?”

“Here’s more evidence. Watch the video. There’s Chotko Amin’s ID, a photo of him in his military uniform, and the orders he gave for this incident. Are you still going to deny it?”

“… … .”

Besides, the National Intelligence Service wasn’t just playing around.

As soon as we received reports that Chotko Amin had been captured, we mobilized local human resources to secure evidence to support his identity and to prove that the riots taking place throughout Indonesia were being organized and instigated by the Indonesian government.

In the face of this evidence, Lee Chang could no longer argue.

The truth of this disaster has become clear.

Vice Minister Park Jae-seung then instructed the UN Ambassador to actively inform the UN General Assembly of what happened at today’s press conference, and additionally instructed all diplomatic missions to explain it to their respective host countries.

Now the justification was definitely in South Korea.

***

September 1, 1959, 09:30,

9th Mobile Fleet Naval Base in Ryukyu (Okinawa).

Kim Jong-woo, who had come over by plane, arrived at the base.

“The president is entering the room!”

“Victory! Welcome to the president’s visit!”

“Victory!”

“Victory!”

Kim Jong-woo is a god-like figure to the Republic of Korea Navy.

He founded the Republic of Korea Navy and Marine Corps, and has never lost a single battle or battle, large or small, in the dozen or so years since independence.

He is the only undefeated admiral standing directly under General Yi Sun-sin!

He is Kim Jong-woo.

Moreover, his fame(?) was widely spread not only among the Allied forces but also among the enemies.

Of course, the content of that reputation reeks of blood, but Kim Jong-woo is a soldier.

For a soldier, bloody fame is like a medal.

So, just hearing his name made the enemy tremble with fear.

It was a problem because it was sometimes scary to even our allies.

“Sit down and don’t make any noise.”

“yes!”

When all the staff members were seated, Kim Jong-woo took a sip of tea and opened his mouth.

“What about military supplies such as equipment and ammunition?”

“All equipment and supplies were loaded at 8 o’clock today.”

“Did I miss anything?”

“Yes.”

“What is the status of the troop movement?”

“As instructed by the Commander-in-Chief, combat troops have been moving to Borneo since dawn today on transport aircraft and chartered jetliners with the cooperation of the Air Force.”

“How long do you think it will take?”

“The Air Force said they would complete the transport within three days.”

All equipment and supplies would be transported on chartered naval transport ships and some civilian cargo ships, but combat troops would be sent by plane.

If you go by plane, you can comfortably get there in about 7 hours by jet passenger plane or 11 hours by C-1 transport plane, so there was no need to go by sailing for such a long time on a transport ship.

Accordingly, all combat troops began moving by plane under the leadership of the Air Force to Kota Kinabalu in Borneo or Banjarmasin, the largest city in southern Borneo, from dawn.

The reason for moving to Kota Kinabalu, which is at the northern end, completely opposite the front line, was that there was no airport in Banjarmasin where jets could take off and land.

Therefore, troops arriving in Kota Kinabalu in the north by jet passenger planes were scheduled to travel to Banjarmasin in the south by C-1 transport planes.

“What about the flagship?”

“It has been installed on the 7th Mobile Fleet flagship, Hong Beom-do.”

“Well done. Are all the Hong Beom-do members gathered?”

“Yes, everyone is waiting.”

Kim Jong-woo was particularly fond of the Hong Beom-do ship.

The Hong Beom-do is a Des Moines-class heavy cruiser that was purchased in its entirety from the United States, including the one under construction.

The Des Moines-class heavy cruiser was completed right after the Pacific War and originally had an unfortunate life.

But in this history, it was incorporated into the Republic of Korea Navy and was fully demonstrating its power.

This is the Des Moines class, which is recognized as the last, strongest, and largest heavy cruiser.

The Mk. 16 8-inch (203mm) triple-barreled rapid-fire gun mounted on this monster would fire shells weighing over 150 kg at an astonishing rate of 10 rounds per minute.

And it was Lee Kang-cheol’s instructions to take as many cruisers as possible.

Although he didn’t say it out loud, it was clear that he was ordering the cruiser’s guns to be used to make a really stupid thing.

“Okay! Then let’s go wild again? Hahahaha!”

“… … .”

“… … .”

As expected, Kim Jong-woo was a terror to his allies as well.