Chapter 320 Italy's Backbone
"What a joke? Let me sail with the High Seas Fleet? Isn't this funny? What am I going to do? Watch the whole time? Be a spectator or as a supervisor?" Looking at Tirpitz who personally conveyed the orders of the Emperor, the prince felt that he was in a mess.
"Bismarck is responsible for diplomatic matters. From now on, all diplomatic matters have nothing to do with you. Even if there is a problem later, you will not be able to do anything."
"The commander of the fleet is Lieutenant General Von Boer, who is responsible for the daily fleet command and operation. You are the representative of the German royal family, serving as the role of supervision and suggestions. We originally planned to let Prince Heinrich take on this role, but the prince is in poor health. In the current navy, you are the only one who has experienced sudden time. I hope you don't refuse." Tirpitz explained.
William is really a friend, and he knows to think about his friends. After turning his head a few times, the prince finally understood the German Emperor's idea. Now that he replaced himself and asked Bismarck to go to the original policy, it does not mean that he has changed his original policy. On the one hand, this matter has become a big deal, and it would be too embarrassing to go back... If the world sees Germany retreating because of a threat from Britain, how can Germany survive in the future? So, even if Bismarck is replaced, the tone of this matter will not change.
Another thing that made the prince feel at ease was that although there were some foreign exchanges, the rest of the matter should be done. The German Navy was still preparing to sail step by step and maintained vigilance against France on the border. What is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs? It’s just a mouth. At this time, Germany had a very historical feeling of Roosevelt - the words were spoken and the stick was in hand!
And if this happens, the prince will have less trouble. If, if, if, one day, this matter is done, then Bismarck will definitely take the blame directly. After all, he is responsible for the subsequent matters. As long as there is this meaning, although the prince will still suffer, this stick will not hit him in the end. The German Emperor is also considered to have left a way out for the prince in terms of past friendship. Of course, as for Bismarck? Then I am sorry, it has drained the last trace of surplus value...
The prince was still very grateful for the arrangements of the German emperor. After the appointment of the superiors came, he had to act immediately. So, on the night after receiving the order, the prince left Berlin and embarked on the express to Kil Harbor. 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 was preparing to transport fleets, saying that after the German fleet appeared on the Iberis Peninsula, the Austro-Hungarian Empire could undertake nearly 40% of the supply tasks. Because of the supply of the Austro-Hungarian fleet, the pressure on the entire German fleet in terms of supply has dropped a lot. Moreover, the Austro-Hungarian Empire also stated that when necessary, the German fleet could go to Austro-Hungarian ports in the Mediterranean for maintenance and supply.
The reaction of another ally was very unhappy. The Italian government first clearly refused the suggestion of helping the German fleet. They also cited the special clauses regarding Britain when the Three Kingdoms Alliance signed. One of them was that when Britain attacked Germany or Austro-Hungary, Italy would not assume the obligation to be an ally...
And because of this, it can be considered as leaving a hole in Italy's rebellion in 1 battle, but what is this matter now? The British only made a verbal statement, and even the British themselves never thought of taking it seriously! Italy first cut off its relationship? Can such an allies want?
Originally, the prince planned to give Italy a good hand to see if he could make this guy stand on his side at the beginning of the battle, or stay neutral. The reason why the prince valued Italy so much was not because of the Italian army, but because the navy was very strong.
If Italy can stand on the side of Austro-Hungary, let alone the actual combat situation. At least on the surface, the Mediterranean allies are very good! The naval combat power of Italy and Austria is stable against France! In order to balance the situation in the Mediterranean, Britain must divide its troops. This is very good news for Germany! But now it seems that without other external forces, Italy may have to follow the history...
There are many reasons why Italy "suburns to the enemy". On the one hand, Italy itself belongs to the *******, and whoever gives more benefits will be mixed with. Historically, France has given Italy some benefits on territorial issues. After the victory, Italy also obtained a piece of land from Austro-Hungary. On the other hand, Italy and Austro-Hungary had differences on territorial issues and the 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 Austro-Hungary.
The prince must be so angry about Italy that he was itchy. Although the Italian army is really not good, it is not too much to say that it is a big deal, the Italian navy is still OK, at least it has abolished the combined power-class battleships of the Austro-Hungarian Empire... But these things are not something that the prince can control. What should come will come eventually. For Italy, the prince will fight for it if he can fight for it, and if he can't fight for it, he will try his best to suppress it. Anyway, sooner or later it will become an enemy.
If there were no major changes in history, then around 1910, Italy might have to take action against Libya. At that time, the prince would not mind making big news. Of course, it is still a bit early to talk about these things, and we need to take a look at the situation in Italy.
At the same time, in the Italian palace in Rome, the Italian King Umberto I and Prime Minister Luigi Perlux were also discussing this matter. Although they chose neutrality at the first time, this choice was just a temporary one. Just like in the war in history, the Italians were repeatedly weighing and considering how to maximize their benefits!
"The British have already tended toward 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 fleets built in Germany more. The Russian Foreign Minister just issued a statement in the morning and negotiated with the German ambassador to Russia in the afternoon, hoping to order another warship. The Austro-Hungarian Empire and the United States firmly stood on the side of the Germans. From now on, the British and French side seems to be at a disadvantage. In addition to us, there are three major powers in the world that tend toward Germany." Pelux said.
"So in this case, why don't we stand on Germany? After all, there is an agreement between us and we are allies with Germany." The Italian Prime Minister said in confusion.
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