The Rise of the Empire

Ferdinand likes the navy, especially the tall and mighty battleships! The history of the Austro-Hungarian Navy has been shabby. Only the Radtz-class Quasi-Fearless and Joint Force-class battleships can show off. But without this, I am afraid that these two battleships will be difficult to give birth, so they will be left to the Austrians I am afraid that only those coastal defense gunboats and small cruisers are the only blue memories.

He likes the navy very much. The reason why he was able to come to Bora Port to greet the unfamiliar prince was that apart from the Austrian Emperor’s order, a closer look at the German fleet was also an important reason. After many wars After inspection and baptism, the superior performance of German warships has become the consensus of all countries. Most of the current German warships came from the design bureau under the prince. As two naval enthusiasts, the crown prince believes that this meeting will be unforgettable.

But what is it called? Ideals are beautiful, reality is cruel. When he stood in Port Bora and looked at the German fleet that was gradually entering the Austro-Hungarian fleet in the distance, only the word depressed was left in his heart. The reason was simple. Compared with the current German fleet, Austria The Hungarian Navy is simply a beggar, too shabby... The best warship in the Austro-Hungarian Empire is not as good as the German Munich-class armored cruiser! It is said that the Germans are phasing out this class of warships. It will not take long for these 7000-ton warships to be sold at a low price or exist as training ships...

Ruprecht still paid considerable attention to his most important ally. Ferdinand was, after all, the crown prince of an empire, and his status was obviously lower than that of the opponent. Under the order of the prince, the visiting fleet Following the steps honestly gave the Austro-Hungarian Empire a lot of face. In full view, Ruprecht got his hands deep after walking down the gangway, expressing respect for Crown Prince Ferdinand and the enemy country behind him!

"Welcome to Pola, my brother!" Ferdinand whispered in his ear as the two embraced. This made the prince stunned, because the prince who had not specifically checked the genealogy did not know how much Bavarian blood Ferdinand had on his body. Maybe, the two were really cousins!

"It must be very busy this time? After going around Italy, the British, and the Turks, I came to Austria." On the way back, Crown Prince Ferdinand suddenly said this.

"It was very busy, but it was worth it. Some things were done and some people were warned." The prince replied calmly with a smile.

"Warned the Italians? Ruprecht, you should have known that Italy is a volatile country, and the alliance with them outweighs the gains. The so-called three-nation alliance actually has only two countries." Ferdinand said.

"Yes, we warned him that we use the economy and armor exports as a threat, and we need Italy to show an attitude. Italy is really not trustworthy, but it has to be said that its position is very important, even if they cannot help us, at least Nor can they occupy each other's side. Beating is necessary, but it cannot completely fall out." The prince replied.

"So, while you stabilized Italy, you chose Turkey as your next ally alternative?" The crown prince probably sorted out a line.

"No one in the world dislikes having fewer friends."

"But Turkey is not qualified to be our ally. He is too weak and too backward. He is corrupt and incorrigible. Even the nobles throughout Europe are discussing when the kingdom will collapse, and you hope to save him. This is not in our interest." The crown prince tried to vent his dissatisfaction with a calm tone, but the prince still saw the clues from his expression.

"Your country is not bordering Turkey. If Turkey continues to weaken, whose legacy will ultimately fall into the hands of? It may be Serbia, or Bulgaria, or Greece, but it is definitely not in the hands of Austro-Hungary. You Say yes?"

"Serbia, this Balkan troublemaker has never stopped infiltrating and subverting your country, Bosnia and Herzegovina, but your country was unable to get rid of this jumping clown because of the Russians. Turkey did not create obstacles to your country. His collapse is not good for your country."

"On the contrary, the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Turkey have a common enemy, and that is Russia. This is our greatest enemy. As long as Russia can be defeated, not only the Balkans but the entire Eastern Europe will open its doors to us. To this goal, Why can't we join forces with Turkey?" the prince asked rhetorically.

"But the addition of Turkey can't change anything. His power is too weak, even far inferior to Italy!" the crown prince retorted.

"But the geographical advantage makes Turkey indispensable! Only when Turkey is on our side can we completely block Russia's access to foreign aid! For this point, Turkey is more important than two Italy! Russia with foreign aid cannot Victory! Do you mean it?" The prince's reason is irrefutable. After all, you can see Turkey's geographic advantages from the map.

"I can say responsibly that if Russia's external channels are not cut off, the German Empire will never engage with Russia~www.NovelMTL.com~ I mean this, and so does His Majesty William!"

The prince’s words have already expressed his attitude. If you want Germany to support Austria-Hungary, then the most basic condition is that Turkey must join the German-Austrian side. This also means that the Austro-Hungarian Empire cannot take any hostile actions against Turkey. If you dare to violate , Then everyone beats up, you go to Russia! Of course, the prince himself made up this statement, but in a short time, it is impossible for Austria-Hungary to go to Berlin to ask the Kaiser... Can be fooled for a period of time as a period of time.

"This..." Ferdinand was speechless for a while, he didn't expect Germany to be so determined to protect Turkey. Once the stronger party in the alliance is determined, the weaker party can only choose to obey. Moreover, the biggest trouble for Austria-Hungary is Serbia and the Russia behind it. After all, the former has begun to usurp the Serbians within the Austro-Hungarian Empire for independence, and Turkey is still harmless to Austria-Hungary.

"This choice is not difficult, is it?" The prince did not continue to struggle with this matter. "What's more, we can provide Turkey with industrial products and technology in exchange for Turkish agricultural products and resources. The Kingdom of Bavaria will monopolize Turkey's arms industry, and your country can also get a share of it!" The prince threw an olive branch, and the opposite The crown prince is not good to say anything. Friends who take into account the interests of all parties are always so rare. Although Germany's actions made Austria-Hungary a bit dissatisfied, it still gave some compensation.

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