ABSTRACT
This chapter reviews Chiang Kai-shek's observations about Britain until the end of the First Battle of Burma and the roles Britain played in China and China's war against Japan. Chiang believed that China's 'diplomatic victory' would be dependent on its relations with Britain. The observation made by Chiang about the imperialist Britain reveals the significance of Britain during the rise of the Guomindang. Chiang understood Britain's potential role in helping to consolidate the Nationalist government. One of the outcomes of Chiang's 'special efforts' was Britain's essential assistance in establishing the fabi system, China's first nationwide currency, established by the Nationalist government. Britain had recruited Germany in a campaign against Japan and thus prevented Germany from allying itself with Japan against Russia. Britain placated Russia by demonstrating their shared interests in the Far East. Chiang praised British diplomacy, describing it as smart and sophisticated, and being definitely the best on the earth.
