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Are you suggesting that it is acceptable to force neutral parties into a war? Or are you trying to negotiate with your enemies for the right to bomb them? I'm n
by Retra 10y ago
Are you suggesting that it is acceptable to force neutral parties into a war? Or are you trying to negotiate with your enemies for the right to bomb them? I'm not sure I say any reasonable interpretation of that proposal.
- burfog 10y agoIt's been done many times. The UK grabbed Iceland in WWII, providing a base for transfer of US aircraft. Germany took a trip through Belgium and got the Swiss to allow trains through. When things get serious, thoughts like "I would never do such a thing!" are quickly cast aside.
- Wildgoose 10y agoSort of - the Danish Government in exile was in London and at that time Iceland was still controlled by Denmark. But yes, "Needs Must" as the saying goes.
- elthran 10y agoBelgium tried to uphold its neutrality in WWI - Germany invaded and ransacked the country anyway. I definitely feel that played a part in allowing Germany in WW2