Following the Anglo-Ebura War, the Benjamin Cabinet found itself caught in a political maelstrom. Not to mention considering re-election, they needed to work hard just to complete this term.
For this reason, the Colonial Department assumed the responsibility, with the Colonial Minister Louis and the Governor of Cape Town, Derfu, both resigning to take the blame. Still, the opposition refused to let the matter rest and relentlessly pursued the issue.
Had it not been for the diversion of public attention with the "Tripartite Alliance," it's possible that Downing Street might already have a new occupant by now.
But far from enough, to obfuscate this stain, the Cabinet must achieve greater political and diplomatic success.
Relations with Russia were also part of this, as capitalists needed to open up the Russian market to earn more profits.
Under these circumstances, Alexandrovich's visit to London was naturally welcomed by the London Government.
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