Gambetta was the first to raise his hand in agreement. He had just reached a secret cooperation agreement with Thiers, and it was their mutual choice to form a provisional government first.
This is indeed a good way to heal the rifts in the political arena in a short period of time. Don't think about doing everything perfectly first. First, establish a rough government framework and complete the most urgent national defense tasks first.
After the Prussians are driven out of France, Paris will slowly discuss political negotiations behind closed doors.
This plan is indeed the best choice at the moment. The MPs present whispered to each other for a minute or two and then quickly came up with a decision and raised their hands.
Except for those stubborn royalists who did not raise their hands, more than three-quarters of the members passed this resolution!
Old General Trochu let out a long sigh of relief. He raised his gavel and knocked on the table. "I declare that Thiers' motion has been passed... Now please ask Thiers to declare the founding of the republic!"
This is a supreme honor. Although they have not elected a prime minister or a president at this moment, at least they have determined this fundamental system of the republic.
Whoever goes out to announce at this moment will be remembered in history!
But what he never expected was that Thiers shook his head, "No, I am willing to give this honor to my comrade... Senator Gambit!"
There was a bang... The MPs at the scene were all in confusion. No one knew what kind of medicine Thiers was selling in the gourd.
"Is he crazy? He actually pushed away such a historic mission? What is he going to do..."
Gambetta was also stunned: "Thiers, what do you mean..."
Unexpectedly, Thiers said with a positive face today, "Although you and I have been opponents in the election, that does not mean that I deny you as a person... In fact, on the contrary, I still admire some of your political views very much." of!"
"In the face of a national crisis, we only talk in Paris, but you went through all kinds of difficulties and fought hard to recruit soldiers in the south... How can I not admire this!"
"The country needs mature politicians and doers like you, and the Republic needs more Southern Legions!"
"You come forward and announce it! Only if you come forward, the people in southern France will be more inspired, and they can work harder to prepare for war!"
This truth is so fair and impeccable that during the Franco-Prussian War, northern France was turned into a pot of offal soup, but southern France was not damaged at all.
The economy is still running steadily, and a large number of young people are preparing to serve the country... At this moment, only Gambetta has the highest reputation in the south!
Letting Gambit declare the founding of the Republic will surely boost the morale of the South, and more supplies and recruits will be organized by then.
Blanqui clenched his hands and frowned, "What on earth does Thiers want to do? He is definitely not such a gentleman, and he will never be so noble..."
"There is a conspiracy here, there must be a conspiracy!"
But it was useless if Blanqui didn't believe it. He was just a bystander. He had no right to express his opinion. He could only watch as a wave of applause erupted in the parliament hall.
Gambida's face turned rosy as if he had drunk alcohol. Surrounded by applause, he walked toward the exit. Before leaving the door, he turned to look at Thiers, but what he received was an encouraging look.
The door of the Bourbon Palace was opened again, and the people on the steps and streets showed no sign of dispersing. Everyone was waiting for the final result.
The night was already very deep, and the night wind brought out a hint of autumn coolness, but the people's spirits were still extremely high!
Gambida stood on the edge of the steps, looking at the tens of thousands of people waiting quietly outside, and he felt the blood rushing to his head.
"Citizens of France!"
"After lengthy discussions and voting... the National Assembly has finally made a decision... From today onwards... France officially returns... to the republican system!"
"The French Republic...is rebuilt once again! The Republic is born again!"
The crowd was silent for just three or four seconds, followed by a crazy roar. The entire city of Paris was awakened by this tsunami-like roar.
"Long live...Long live the Republic!"
"Long live! Long live..."
People shed tears of excitement. The Republic is the dream of the French and the most important legacy of the Revolution. He is even Ubuntu in the hearts of the French.
Any misfortune that arises in reality seems to be solved with the Republic!
The high-pitched Marseillaise sounded outside the Bourbon Palace, and young people who climbed to the top of the statues and gas lamps began to wave the flag of the Republic, and everyone went crazy.
I don’t know where the gunfire suddenly rang out. At this moment, the gunfire did not bring fear and turned into celebratory firecrackers.
Gambetta waved his hat and said loudly, "At the same time as the founding of the Republic, the Provisional National Defense Committee will also be established at the same time... Now Congress needs to vote to elect personnel, please citizens to maintain order and wait patiently!"
Putting on his hat, Gambetta walked back to the Bourbon Palace, but he didn't expect that as soon as he arrived at the parliamentary debate hall, he heard that there was already a commotion inside.
"No! Thiers must be included in the committee. He is a very good politician. The committee must not be without him..."
"No, no, no... my qualifications are not enough, and my abilities are not outstanding enough. I will only retain my identity as a member to help the committee work, and I will not hold any specific position!"
"No, you are deserting the army, you won't accept it...you will definitely not accept it!"
Gambetta was dumbfounded. Only then did he realize that in his absence, Thiers had actually declined his position as a high-ranking official within the committee.
Not only Gambetta, but also Blanqui felt that today was like a dream. Everything Thiers did was seriously against common sense!
At this moment, Blanqui already knew about Thiers hiring veterans to protect members of Congress, and he even knew that this was Thiers' strategy to win people's hearts.
The purpose of Thiers doing these things is to control the Parliament. Of course, these methods are not illegal!
But he has obviously gained countless supporters, so why would he refuse his official position in the committee?
Just now, General Trochu has proposed to form a temporary committee of 26 people, and among these 26 people, he will select temporary leaders in charge of internal affairs, diplomacy, finance, public security, military... and other departments.
This proposal has been approved by an overwhelming majority, with more than one-fifth of the MPs agreeing, while the remainder also abstained rather than opposed it.
Originally, Gambetta's vote was missing from this vote, but the result was an overwhelming majority. Even if Gambetta voted against it, nothing would change.
Therefore, General Trochu's proposal was also in compliance with legal procedures, but at this moment Thiers stood up. He made it clear that he refused to serve on the committee, but continued to be his MP!
Now everyone is even more confused, and Thiers has officially become the biggest mystery of the night!
