Chapter 224: debate
Although very tired, Marin still visited dozens of princes and sent out a lot of gold coins. The princes who received the benefits also agreed.
After that, Marin thought about it and visited the three elected emperors again. It's just that because of the heavy bribes before, Marin brought a simple gift. However, while bringing gifts, Marin also brought a handwritten letter from the new pope Julius II.
This letter is actually meant to tell the three religiously elected emperors-I am a popular person in front of the pope, how much do you support me.
Although, the three elected emperors themselves did not need to please the pope. However, there is no need to offend the pope. After all, the pope was furious and came to a punishment. The secular princes may be nothing, but the religious princes must be finished. In addition, the three elected emperors did not pursue themselves, but their family juniors still have pursuits.
In this era, none of the archbishops of the bishoprics were civilians, basically from the noble families.
For example, the Archbishop of Mainz, Berthold von Hennenberg, was born in the Henneberg family of the royal family of Henneberg; Archbishop Hermann IV of Cologne was also born in Heisenberg The Hessian family of the royal family; Archbishop Trier Jacob, was also born in the royal family of Baden (Baden is still the kingdom). Even more bizarre is that the previous Archbishop Trier, John II who died in February 2003, is the uncle of the current Archbishop Trier Jacob ...
Therefore, these archbishops, not for their own consideration, but also for the younger generations of the family. Because, in this era, there are descendants who become priests in the aristocratic family, which is normal. It may be a pro-nephew or a cousin.
Even if the Pope ca n’t punish you directly, it ’s easy to embarrass your juniors. Because the bishop of the bishopric of Germany, although elected, must be confirmed by the Holy See and signed by the Pope before taking office. Otherwise, where to come or where to go. It was on this basis that the father and son of Alexander VI madly collected money and made a lot of money. If any newly appointed bishopric does not give money, Alexander VI will not issue a letter of appointment ...
Therefore, the Pope has great influence on the bishops of those bishoprics. Although wondering why Julius II would personally write to help Marin intercede, the Pope's face had to be given. The three religiously elected emperors, who were originally perfunctory, began to take this matter seriously, and ordered the younger brothers to take it seriously and vote for Marin.
After leaving from the three religious electors, Marin went to the four archbishops, Archbishop of Magdeburg, Archbishop of Salzburg, Archbishop of Besançon, and Archbishop of Bremen, presented gifts and took out Pope's autograph ...
The four archbishops are different from the other bishops. They are all archbishops, not bishops, like the three religious elects. In terms of religious status, they are equal to the three religiously elected emperors. However, in terms of secular power, it is far from the three religious election emperors.
The bishops of other parishes dared not heed the orders of the three religiously elected emperors. But these four archbishops with higher religious status can stand up to the three religious election emperors. Therefore, Malinte found these four people, presented a generous gift, and took out the Pope's letter of introduction ... After that, it was naturally done ...
As for the imperial city, Marin naturally invited Lübeck and Hamburg. As a result, as expected by Marin, the 20 imperial cities in the Saxony and Brandenburg regions were threatened by the two electors and could not vote for Marin. But the votes of the other 55 cities are still guaranteed. Under such circumstances, it is up to the princes who bribe Marin before the meeting.
February 14, 1504, European Valentine's Day. However, on this day, in the city of Worms, 330 bigwigs of the German states gathered together and held an imperial meeting in the main hall of Worms Cathedral.
The spirit of Archbishop Mainz is not very good. Historically, he died this winter. However, although the spirit is not good, the body is still healthy. Therefore, it is still possible to host a meeting.
In the main hall of Worms Cathedral, Maximilian I and the seven electors were sitting on the podium, and the other princes naturally sat underneath. Of course, the Duke sits in the front and sits with the powerful bishops and bishops; then, the back is the count and the weaker bishops and the bishop, Marin is also in it; at the end, the lords and empires of the dominion The representative of the city can be described as a clear hierarchy.
After the meeting began, Maximilian I, as the emperor of the Empire, naturally wanted to speak first. Of course, these are all high-sounding scenes and have no practical significance. Of course, he just wanted to say something practical, but he couldn't do it. Because, the Worms Empire Conference, the real protagonist is the Archbishop of Mainz ...
Sure enough, after Maximilian I delivered some sounding speeches, the Archbishop of Mainz began to preside over the real Imperial Conference ...
First, the Archbishop of Mainz took out a stack of parchment and began to copy the text. The contents on the parchment are mainly some major events that occurred last year. Mainly the friction between the princes and the conflicts in the Swiss region are all things that are not big, but not small. After speaking, Archbishop Mainz strongly called on all parties with contradictions to exercise restraint and to love each other under the attention of God ...
In the end, the Archbishop of Mainz spoke of the core content of this meeting-the war between the League of Four and Denmark ...
Regarding this issue, Archbishop Mainz used words carefully, and did not show a clear tendency, which seemed to be fair. After narrating the incident, the Archbishop of Mainz asked everyone to speak and put forward their views.
As soon as the Archbishop of Mainz had finished speaking, the Brandenburg Elector Joachim I jumped out. He is one of the Seven Electors, a member of the podium, and naturally has the privilege of speaking first. Joachim I said:
"Last spring, an unfortunate incident occurred in the northern part of Germany. The rebels in East Friesland, Lubeck Hanseatic City, Hamburg Hanseatic City and Sweden colluded together ..."
"Cough ---" Marin coughed heavily, interrupting Joakim I:
"Admiral Joakim, please pay attention to the words ..." The phrase "collusion" by Joachim I clearly characterizes the League of Four as a robber. Only robbers will collude ...
Although, it was impolite to interrupt Joakim I's speech on the spot. However, the other party discredited himself so much, and Marin didn't have to give his face too much. Moreover, if it is heads-up, Marin is not afraid of the electorate of Brandenburg.
Interrupted by Marin's speech, Joachim I was naturally annoyed, and then glanced at Marin. But Marin doesn't care, this is a performance of strength. If Marin was a warlord, he would not dare to offend Joachim I.
"Taking advantage of the opportunity of the Danish army to suppress the rebellion in Sweden, the troops of East Friesland, Lübeck and Hamburg suddenly attacked the Principality of Holstein and the Principality of Schleswig and hit the island of Zeeland. , Defeated Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark in a very brutal way, and tricked the honorable King Hans with conspiracy and humiliation, forcing King Hans to cede the principalities of Schleswig and Holstein ... "
"Such an act is not a gentleman's act, it belongs to the act of robbers in Chiguo Guo. On behalf of the electorate of Brandenburg, I strongly condemn this unethical act and believe that-the Principality of Schleswig and Hor The Principality of Stein is occupied by these three forces, and should be returned to the King of Denmark. As for whether to allow the Principality of Schleswig to join the Holy Roman Empire, this is nonsense. Originally it belongs to the territory of Denmark, why join the Holy Roman Empire? Lord Speaker, my words are over. "Joakim I ended his speech with excitement.
Elector Frederick III of Saxony was more cautious and did not stand up immediately, but drank water there.
Marin took the opportunity to raise his hand, and after obtaining the consent of the Archbishop of Mainz, he began his speech:
"Dear colleagues, today, we are gathered here to discuss the affairs of our great Holy Roman Empire. Each of us is a member of the great Holy Roman Empire. Therefore, we naturally hope for great The Holy Roman Empire is getting better and better. But ... "Marlin paused, then continued:
"I just listened to Lord Joakim's speech, but I had an illusion ..."
"What kind of illusion is this? Just now, I feel that Lord Joakim is not a German prince, but a diplomat sent by the Danish King Hans ~ www.wuxiaspot.com ~ To condemn me and my two ally of the Hanseatic League ... "
"Hahaha--" Everyone laughed intentionally. Indeed, the tone of Joakim I's speech just now is not like a German prince, but more like a Danish diplomat, who is specifically calling for Denmark's injustice, and the **** is too crooked.
"I was surprised. Is Lord Joakim a prince of the Holy Roman Empire or a prince of Denmark? Why not consider it for the benefit of the Holy Roman Empire, but for the Danish King Hans everywhere?"
"Because he is the son-in-law of Hans!" Said many people in the heart. However, no one said it publicly. Moreover, for such a reason, it is indeed impossible to get on the table.
"Here, I would like to ask Master Joakim a sentence-is the interest of the empire important, or the interest of your father-in-law of the Kingdom of Denmark?" Marin looked at Joachim I aggressively.
What's more, Marin's question was too conspicuous, and could not answer Joakim I. If it is important to answer the interests of the Empire, then he cannot speak for the Kingdom of Denmark. And if he answers that the interests of the Kingdom of Denmark are important, then he is not worthy of becoming a prince of Germany. Any answer will fall. As a result, Joakim I was caught in a dilemma, flushed with rage ...
