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TextRemember that Bomb in Bali? How many Aussies died? That wasn't aimed at Americans..
Originally posted by daaskapital
Why not allow Australia to build some Aircraft Carriers? That would balance the power in the Pacific considering Australia is one of the major players (with China).
You arrogance is enough to see that an invasion is possible.
Originally posted by SheopleNation
Originally posted by daaskapital
Yes, the japanese had plans to invade Australia, but were only going to do so if New Guinea was a pushover. Due to the Japanese being beaaten in New Guinea by Australian forces (not American) Japan had a rethink.
That was far from the full fire power of The Japanese Empire. Meanwhile, America was defeating their strongest forces, and we eventually defeated them at Midway with less Aircraft carriers and part of our fleet destroyed. What did you guys do, hold a tiny little Island? LOL!!! I can't help but laugh. Do you know how many Islands we took from Japan with our blood? Get over yourself. A simple thank you is all we ask for saving you from Invasion and being conquered. Course, you're too stubburn for that.
Just so you know, I respect you Aussies though. You guys are strong willed, and a very determined people. It would be no walk in the park had the Japanese attempted to Conquer you. It would have taken many years because of the vastness of your Continent, And the survival skills, will and courage of your fighters. So don't misunderstand me here.
Also, Just so you know, My Grandfather fought in the Pacific. So I get a little touchy when credit is not given where credit is due. ~SheopleNation
Originally posted by SheopleNation
Originally posted by daaskapital
Why not allow Australia to build some Aircraft Carriers? That would balance the power in the Pacific considering Australia is one of the major players (with China).
I don't know my friend, why don't you ask your beloved leaders over there why you don't build any Aircraft carriers?
Answer = Why build them when you know we will spend money and spill our own blood in order to defend you?
So there yuh have it.
You arrogance is enough to see that an invasion is possible.
What?
~SheopleNation
Originally posted by daaskapital
Most of the fleet was actually that of Australia's and New Zealand's, that we lent to the US during WW2. Don't get me wrong, America played a huge part in the Pacific
Australia has given the US more than a mere thankyou, we have been your greatest ally for 70 years. You should get over yourself mate.
Originally posted by SheopleNation
Originally posted by daaskapital
Most of the fleet was actually that of Australia's and New Zealand's, that we lent to the US during WW2. Don't get me wrong, America played a huge part in the Pacific
Oh, well my dead Grandfather thanks you so much for that credit. Are you drunk? If not for our Aircraft Carriers and troops, Japan would have Conquered you and everyone else in the Pacific. Have you completely lost your mind? Did you bump your head getting out of bed today?
Australia has given the US more than a mere thankyou, we have been your greatest ally for 70 years. You should get over yourself mate.
You just don't get it do yuh misled Lad? Listen to me, and listen to me good. Our greatest Ally has been Britain, and that's a fact jack. You see, you got it all backwards. We (The USA) have been YOUR greatest ally for the last 70 years, and actually alot longer than that if you study the history. Keep swimming if you like, but you're at a loss my friend, and I am here to make you reconsider your position. ~SheopleNation
TextPlus without U.S. Military protection...Aussies could very well find themselves being a Chinese province.
Originally posted by daaskapital
You stated yourself that you defeated the Japanese (particularly at Midway) without the overall help from the Aircraft Carriers:
So, what took the place of the Aircraft Carriers? That's right, Australian and New Zealand ships mate.
Where was Britain for your country in Vietnam huh, tell me that. The fact is, Australia is, and will remain one of the most important allies for your country.
ETA: It is also fact that Japan decided not to invade Australia due to the defeat on New Guinea,
Originally posted by theubermensch
I think Australia can and should stand alone.
TextThe rapid Allied defeat in the Pacific caused many Australians to fear that the Japanese would invade the Australian mainland. While elements of the Imperial Japanese Navy proposed this in early 1942, it was judged to be impossible by the Japanese Imperial General Headquarters, which instead adopted a strategy of isolating Australia from the United States by capturing New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Fiji, Samoa, and New Caledonia
Originally posted by SheopleNation
Originally posted by theubermensch
I think Australia can and should stand alone.
I don't blame you for feeling that way, and I respect you for feeling that way. However back then, You guys would have eventually been conquered by The Japanese Empire. Would have taken years, but their military machine would have dominated you. To think anything different is foolish and historically untrue.
Today however, Australia is a much more powerful Nation than it was back then. I am glad to have the Aussies as our allies. Even if they trust sneaky red china, no worries because we will still support you after you wake up from your misled assumptions. Know why? Because that's what we do. We forgive, and we forget. Wake yourself up and realize that you will never, NEVER get such kindness from Red China. ~SheopleNation
Originally posted by theubermensch
Like the Japanese Imperial Headquaters said - "impossible"
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Originally posted by isaac7777
Oh look another America hate thread...but anyways. Stop overestimating China. Its not the powerhouse everyone expects it to be. It relies on its exports to the USA, as much as we rely on it. The only reason its even in its economic shape today is because it has such a huge population, and pays its workers like 20 cents an hour. A minimum wage job in America pays 35 times more. Our military is light years ahead also. Their army only has defensive capabilities, with 200 million soldiers. How are you gonna transport that many soldiers? Their tech isnt even comparable to ours as well. And just to state this, Australia is not our biggest, or most important, ally. Id say Britain is, but in the Pacific area, definitely Taiwan or Japan.