Chapter 320: Italy
"What's the joke? Let me sail with the High Seas Fleet? Isn't it funny? What am I going to do? The whole crowd? Be a spectator, or as a warlord?" Looking at Tirpitz, the prince who delivered the German orders himself Feeling messed up instantly.
“The Marquis of Bismarck is responsible for diplomatic matters. From now on, all diplomatic matters have nothing to do with you. Even if there are problems later, you will be fine.”
"The commander of the fleet is Lieutenant General von Boll, and General Boll is responsible for the daily fleet command and operation, and you, as the representative of the German royal family, play the role of supervision and advice. Originally we planned to let Prince Heinrich come. In this role, the prince is not in good health. In the current navy, you are the only one who has experienced sudden time. I hope you don't refuse." Tirpitz explained.
This William is really a friend. He knows to consider his friends. After turning his head for a few times, the prince finally understood the Kaiser’s thoughts. Now that replacing himself with Bismarck does not mean that he has changed the original policy. On the one hand, if the matter has already become a big issue, if he goes back, Too shameful....... If the world sees Germany backing down because of a threat from the United Kingdom, how will Germany get confused in the future? Therefore, even if you switch to Bismarck, the tone of this matter will not change.
Another thing that made the prince feel at ease was that although the diplomatic side had changed people, what should be done or how to do the rest, the German navy was still preparing to set sail step by step, and the border also maintained alert to France. What is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs? It's just a mouth. At this time, Germany has a historical Roosevelt feeling with a gentle talk and a great stick in hand!
And with such a change, His Royal Highness will save a lot of trouble. If, say, if, one day, this matter is broken, then it must be Bismarck who is directly responsible for the rest. With this meaning, although the prince will still suffer a bit, the stick will not fall on himself in the end. The Kaiser also considered the past friendship, leaving a way for the prince. Of course, as for Bismarck? I'm sorry, it's the last trace of residual value...
The prince was very grateful for the Kaiser’s arrangement. After the appointment was made, he had to act immediately. So, the night after receiving the order, the prince left Berlin and embarked on the express to Kiel Harbour. . In the special car, the prince received information from abroad!
After some communication, the Austro-Hungarian Empire decided to assume the responsibility as an ally. The Austro-Hungarian Empire is preparing to transport the fleet, stating that after the German fleet appears on the Ibilisi Peninsula, the Austro-Hungarian Empire can bear nearly 40% of the supply. task. And because of the supply of the Austro-Hungarian fleet, the pressure on the supply of the entire German fleet has dropped a lot. Moreover, the Austro-Hungarian Empire also stated that when necessary, the German fleet could go to the Austro-Hungarian ports in the Mediterranean for maintenance and supplies.
The reaction of another ally is very uncomfortable. The Italian government first explicitly rejected the suggestion to help the German fleet. They also invoked the special provisions on the United Kingdom when the Three-Power Alliance was signed. One of them was when Britain attacked Germany or Austria. In Hungary, Italy will not assume its obligations as an ally...
Because of this, it can be regarded as leaving a hole for Italy in the 1st war, but what is this now? The British are just verbal, and even the British themselves have never thought about acting! Did the Italian side first clarify the relationship? Can such an ally want?
Originally, the prince planned to take Italy well and see if he could stand on his side at the beginning of the war, or stay neutral. The prince values Italy so much, not because of how the Italian army is, but because the navy is very strong.
If Italy can stand on the side of Austria-Hungary, let alone the actual combat situation, at least on the surface it seems that the Mediterranean Allies are superior! The naval forces of Italy and Austria stabilize France! In order to balance the situation in the Mediterranean, Britain must divide its forces. This is very good news for Germany! However, it now appears that in the absence of other external forces, Italy may have to go as it did in history....
There are many reasons why Italy "committed to the enemy". On the one hand, Italy belongs to it. Whoever gives more benefits will go with whomever. In history, France has given Italy some benefits on territorial issues, and after the victory, Italy has also benefited from Austria-Hungary. Acquired a piece of land. On the other hand, Italy and Austria-Hungary had differences on territorial and Balkan issues. There are many contradictions within this alliance. Of course, the most fundamental problem may be that Italy is not optimistic about Germany and Austria.
For Italy, the prince must only be itching his teeth with hatred. Although the Italian army is really not good, and it is not too much to say that it is superfluous, but the Italian navy is still possible, at least the Austro-Hungarian Union Force class battleship was abolished... ... But these things are not something that the prince can control. What should come will eventually come. For the anti-boned boy in Italy, the prince will fight if he can fight for it, and suppress it if he can't fight. Anyway, sooner or later he will become an enemy.
And if history has not undergone major changes, then around 1910 ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ Italy may have to do something against Libya. At that time, the prince would not mind making a big news. Of course, it is still a bit early to talk about these things, and we need to look at the situation in Italy again.
At the same time, in the Italian Royal Palace in Rome, King Umberto I of Italy and Prime Minister Luigi Pelux are also discussing this matter. Although they chose to be neutral in the first place, this choice is just a choice. For the time being, just like the first battle in history, the Italians are repeatedly weighing and considering how to maximize their benefits!
"The British have tended to France and Portugal, but in a short period of time, the British seem to be powerless. The Russians are neutral on the surface, but they value the fleet being built in Germany. The Russian Foreign Minister just issued a statement in the morning. We negotiated with the German ambassador to Russia, hoping to order another warship. The Austro-Hungarian Empire and the United States firmly stood on the side of the Germans. From now on, Britain and France seem to be at a disadvantage. Apart from us, the world There are three big countries that prefer Germany." Pelux said.
"So in this case, why don't we stand on the German side? After all, there is an agreement between us, and we and Germany are allies." The Italian Prime Minister said in a puzzled manner.
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