Chapter 1374 (1/2)

”Marshall, my old friend, thank you for coming in person.”

Knowing Marshall arrived upstairs, Li Zitao and Mary stood in front of the elevator door and gave him the respect he deserved.

During World War II, countless generals rose, but there was only one person who could be admired and respected by both the East and the West and the allies.

Yes, it was the Secretary of state, General Marshall, who shook hands with him and had a gentle, witty smile.

”This will be my last party as secretary of state, how can I miss it?” Marshall's words revealed an important message.

”Are you retiring again?” Li Zitao didn't believe that Washington and the military would let him go.

In 45 years, shortly after the war, Marshall resigned.

Truman, who parachuted the president on his head, thought twice and agreed, and held a grand farewell ceremony for him.

At the end of the ceremony, Truman personally called him aside, held his hand and wished him a peaceful retirement career in his old age.

Who would have thought that just 10 days later, Truman's phone call would reach his vacation home, followed by Marshall's visit to the Pearl of the Far East.

After returning, Marshall did not have time to continue to serve as secretary of state, which Truman had promised to take ”only to attend the Far East.”.

This time, he has to resign again. Li Zitao guesses that he will not be idle for a long time. Lao Du will definitely try to get him out of the mountain again.

Now he is a living signboard, whether in Europe, the Far East or the African continent, has a strong political and military influence.

With Marshall, many of the problems that were difficult for them could be solved easily.

It can be said that he contributed a lot to the smooth passage of the Marshall Plan, which made western Europe and even the once global overlord fully accept its additional conditions.

Even the British stubborn Churchill, who was irritable, rude, and could easily point at his opponent's nose, maintained respect and admiration for him.

”I should have left a long time ago. I'm old and want to leave some time for my family.” Marshall said with a smile.

Looking at the wrinkles on his face like withered wood, Li Zitao suddenly felt sympathy for the old man and admired his greatness.

”You can have a drink over there and meet old friends.” Li Zitao took him to the ”political circle,” where members of Parliament and generals were talking.

”Admiral.” All the soldiers saluted Marshall formally.

They don't care what position the other party is now. In their mind, the old man will always be the general and one of the spiritual leaders who command and lead them.

Of course, compared with Roosevelt, there is still a certain gap. During the war, the president, who was disabled and determined, gave the people and soldiers no encouragement.

”Relax, soldier. It's a time of peace.” Marshall replied with a smile.

Members of Parliament around him also sent greetings to him and asked for a handshake.

At this time, Marshall is like a superstar holding a meeting, and the others are his fans, looking forward to close contact with his idol.

Some people despise this, but they won't be here. Li Zitao is not interested in finding ”strangers” to block himself.

”Uncle Charlie, do you have a present today?” Two little angels ran up to Li Zitao and yelled for presents.