Talents always need to be cultivated.
300 people are just the beginning.
In addition to the 300 students studying mechanics, electromechanics, water conservancy, mining, metallurgy, chemistry, physics, mathematics and other engineering subjects, George will gradually send those engineering students to study in the United States, or to large American companies for training. In a word, first lay a solid foundation for talent.
But at present, it is already the limit to transfer a few hundred people. After all, there is a need for manpower at the front.
Among the people transferred, there are not only those who will be sent to study abroad, but also a group of people who will go to Italy with George. Among them, some will follow George to learn how to acquire companies, and some will enter the acquired companies for training.
As soon as things in France got on track, George took people straight to Italy.
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Naples is the largest city in southern Italy. Since it was occupied by the Allies last year, it has been under the occupation of the Allies. Although the Italian civil authorities are still performing their duties, the streets of Naples are on duty with British and American gendarmes. The jeeps and British and American soldiers on the cars are reminding people that it is under the occupation of the Allies.
Naples under the occupation of the Allies is different from other regions. For example, some supporters of Mussolini were liquidated, including the industrialist Nicola Romeo of Naples. This industrial tycoon was arrested by the Allies. At the same time, the Alfa Romeo company under his name was also closed down by the Allies.
The occupation is in the name of liberation.
The plunder is in the name of justice.
Who made Alfa Romeo produce a large number of cars and tens of thousands of aircraft engines during the war? As a large company fully supported by Mussolini, it is normal for it to be liquidated.
However, the Allied forces did not hold Nicola Romeo for long. He was released two months ago. However, the once famous industrial tycoon is now in a very bad state. His factory was severely damaged in the bombing, the bank was asking for loans, and he was even on "bail". This means that the Allied forces' investigation of him is not over, and he may be imprisoned at any time.
"God can testify that I am just a businessman!"
Once again, facing George, the tycoon from the United States, Nicola Romeo defended himself with a solemn oath.
"I just did what every businessman must do, receiving orders and producing according to orders, that's all."
Listening to his defense, George said directly.
"It's not important, Mr. Romeo. What's important now is that the Allies' investigation of you has not ended. As the war progresses, they may arrest you again at any time, just like they have arrested some war criminals."
With a slight smile on his lips, George wanted to thank the Allies. After the Kingdom of Italy gave up its arms, they finally showed their fangs and began to arrest war criminals, including generals and capitalists.
It is precisely because of this that people like Nicola Romeo are in constant fear.
"Oh my God, when did businessmen become war criminals? This is simply unreasonable!"
Although he was helpless, Nicola Romeo could only complain a few words. He didn't even have the courage to complain. After all, the Allies could put him in jail at any time.
However, there was no point in praying to God at the moment. Looking at the young man in front of him, Nicola Romeo said.
"George, tell me, what is your purpose here?"
"Your company."
"What?"
Nicolas Romeo was stunned, and then suddenly laughed.
"You should know that my factory has been closed down by the Allies."
"I know, and most of the equipment in your factory has been damaged in the bombing of the Allies, so there is no point in acquiring it."
"In that case, why are you still interested in my factory?"
"Technology!"
George said directly.
"I am very interested in the engine technology your company has, which is why I came here."
Although Italy is only second-rate or even third-rate among the great powers, it does not mean that it does not have its own advantages. Alfa Romeo's engine technology is absolutely world-class, and the production quality is also high-level. Take Italy's SM75 aircraft as an example. It uses three Alfa Romeo 1278 engines. In 1942, it flew to Tokyo and returned, covering a total distance of 20,000 kilometers, which shows the excellent quality of its engine.
In sharp contrast, transport aircraft in Germany, Japan and even the United States have been plagued by reliability problems such as engine fires. Alfa Romeo's engines may not be as powerful as those of other countries, but their reliability is definitely world-class. Not only that, it is also the earliest company engaged in jet engine research and has manufactured jet engines during the war.
Its products are not limited to aircraft engines, but also include automobile and warship engines. The engine technology held by this company is definitely a treasure. Buying this company will definitely allow North Borneo Company to have the world's first-class engine technology overnight, and it is a variety of engines.
Whether it is the future development of the automobile industry, shipbuilding industry or aircraft manufacturing industry, it is inseparable from the engine. The engine is the "pearl" on the crown of industry!
"What!"
Nicolas Romeo stood up suddenly and said excitedly.
"George, even when the Germans occupied Naples, they did not take away our technology..."
Facing the somewhat excited Nicola Romeo, George glanced at him and said in a faint tone.
"Mr. Romeo, Italy has disbanded its army. The Allies will definitely implement demilitarization transformation on Italy. The core technologies you protect will soon lose their value - without the needs of the army, who will need those military engines?"
Faced with George's question, Nicola Romeo was stunned. Indeed, without military orders, the company seemed to be able to only sell car engines. After all, the British and French would not use Italian engines.
After that, George turned his head and said to Guan Shan beside him.
"Bring that document here."
Guan Shan, who had been standing next to him, quickly took out a document.
"Mr. Romeo, this is a document from the Russians to the White House. It involves Italian companies. They believe that Italian companies should be compensated to Russia as part of the post-war reparations. Well, I think the Russians will definitely be very interested in your factory."
This was the last straw that broke the camel's back. As for the authenticity of the document... it doesn't matter at all!
After taking the document and just flipping through it, Nicola Romeo's face turned extremely ugly.
"These damn robbers, how dare they do this..."
Faced with Nicola Romeo's indignation, George directly gave a quote.
"1 million US dollars!"
In fact, they were all robbers, but George was the kind who gave them money, not only money, but also hope.
"Cash, with this money, you can immediately take a boat with your family to Spain, and then go to South America from there, where you can make a comeback, or avoid the limelight and return to Italy."
Faced with George's suggestion, Romeo fell silent. In fact, he had considered escaping in prison, but he didn't have much foreign exchange in his hands. Like almost all industrialists, his money was in the factory and in the bank... all Italian lira, all frozen.
And those Americans who were buying up assets such as banks and hotels everywhere were not interested in his factory.
Thinking about it, Romeo said.
"1.5 million!" "1.1 million!" "1.4 million!" "1.15 million"