Holy Roman Empire

Fraud's troubles, Abdul Meguid I can't realize it, if he knew Austria's plan, he didn't have to give up Serbia.

In fact, this time the Sudanese government gave up not only the Serbian region, but also the Bosnia and Herzegovina region.

The reason is very realistic-can't hold it.

Now that they know they can't keep it, why should they waste their troops in vain?The Ottoman government made what it thought was the right choice and concentrated its superior forces to defend against the Russian attack.

As for Austria, after the occupation of Serbia and Bosnia-Herzegovina, the front was pulled too long, and it was too late to stabilize the rear. How could it continue to attack?

Britain and France have made a promise to the Ottoman government: as long as they defeated the Russians, they are sure to be at the negotiating table and let Austria spit out what they eat.

With so many favorable conditions, Abdul Mejid I of course had to concentrate his forces to fight the Russians.

In order to delay the speed of the Austrian army, when the Ottoman army retreated, they also destroyed the roads and bridges along the way, burned the granaries, and recruited a large number of young and strong to leave.

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Constantinople

Staring at the large map on the wall, Abdul Mejid I sighed, he was unwilling to give up his ancestor foundation, but the reality was beyond control.

Abdul Meguid I never fully believed in the promises of Britain and France, for example, now-the reinforcements promised by the British did not arrive in full.

Only 80,000 reinforcements were said, and only 20,000 came. The rest of the troops will wait until they have expanded their troops. They ca n’t get them right now.

This is true. The British Army can't send so many reinforcements. The London government did not intentionally pit teammates this time.

As for Palmerston ’s commitment in the Paris negotiations, if not to say that, how can the French be fooled?

Did n’t you see that the French army was fooled over?In order to achieve a dazzling achievement, Napoleon III sent elite troops, not recruiting new recruits.

Abdul Mejid I calmed down and asked, "Is the allied camps arranged?"

"All have been properly settled, we have evacuated the surrounding residents, and we must ensure that there is no trouble." Secretary of State Bisala Maihamed replied seriously

The British and French troops of this era had strict military discipline when they were on the ground, and they were no different from bandits and robbers when they went abroad. Robbery was also an important business for them.

When the first batch of French reinforcements arrived, the Ottoman government suffered a loss, and now it is natural to learn a lesson.

Abdul Meguid I did not mean to despise the military discipline of the British and French troops. In fact, the military discipline of the Ottoman Empire was even worse.The Anglo-French coalition at least kept its rules when it was at home, and the Ottoman army was a scourge in the country.

However, the difference between the two parties is that the Ottoman army Sudan can still be restrained, and the British and French troops can't command at all.

Abdul Mejid I continued to ask: "British and French have not yet negotiated, who will be the commander-in-chief of the coalition forces?"

The alliance between the British, French, and Ottoman countries is different from the Austrian-Russian alliance. They must cooperate with each other in combat, so the command of the coalition forces is a big issue.

On this issue, the Ottoman Empire originally had a say, but after the defeat of the Bulgarian battle, this right to speak disappeared.

In the face of the two big brothers in Britain and France, the Sudanese government can't afford to bother, and a silence is golden.

After hundreds of years of feuds between Britain and France, the hatred of the people of the two countries has accumulated, and it cannot be solved by the government's order.

The French broke the British dream of the mainland, and the British broke the French dream of hegemony.The two sides have been fighting for hundreds of years, and it is not clear which one is right.

Now the French believe that their army has the highest combat power in the world, and reason is given the highest command of the coalition forces.

Napoleon III wanted to improve France's status in the world and gain political reputation for himself, so the French had to fight for the command of the coalition forces.

The British believe that they are the world's hegemons (although they have not yet been recognized) as the world's first in overall national strength. The world's oldest nature must have the leadership of the world's bosses, and the British cannot give up command.

The British are not willing to be commanded by the French, and the French are not willing to be commanded by the British.This is not only true of the upper levels, but also of the soldiers below.

Although everyone is an ally, the officers and soldiers of the two armies just look at each other.Hengmei Leng is a good thing. Fights and fights often happen.

Then, Sultan Abdul Mejid had a headache, and the two bosses were arguing, but they still had to fight!

The Russians stopped the attack, not because they did not fight, but in preparation for a new battle.While hurrying to deliver strategic supplies, the rest troops are waiting for reinforcements.

"No, the representatives of Britain and France are still arguing." Foreign Minister Ade replied with a wry smile.

It ’s not that he did n’t work hard. Since the Austrian government secretly provoked public opinion in Britain and France, this issue has become sensitive, and neither government dare to give in easily.

In the words of the Times: Do n’t let the Frenchman shit on our heads!

The French media have made similar remarks. The position of a coalition commander has now risen to the dignity of the two countries.

In this case, everyone is unexpected.If we knew that this kind of thing would happen, the two governments would not dispute over this issue at all, and gave the Opposition the opportunity.

Manipulating public opinion in Britain and France, Austria has not been so capable, only their domestic forces can do it.

Being able to cause trouble to their political enemies is also a politically correct thing. They have no reason not to do it.

Abdul Mejid I sighed: "Ah!"

He also said: "Tell the British and French representatives that if they still can't reach an agreement, they will form a joint headquarters of the three countries, and each of us will command one person.

If it still doesn't work, then divide the troops and command their own troops, as long as they cooperate with each other!"

Obviously, Abdul Mejid I also knew that these were two bad ideas.But there is no way, the Ottoman government has no way to convince Britain and France.

It is imminent to start the war again, and the issue of command cannot be resolved. Once the Russians attack, they will suffer a great loss.

In any case, let ’s build a coalition headquarters first.In fact, it is impossible to separate troops and fight, and Abdul Meguid I can also accept it.

Anyway, the British now have 20,000 troops. The main force of the war is still the Ottoman army and the French army. The British are responsible for knocking the drum.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Ade replied

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Turin

Since the total defeat of the Osage War, Charlie Albert, the unlucky king, was abandoned by the Sardinian people, and his son Vittorio Emmanuel II succeeded him.

Unlike in history, this time Charlie Albert left a super mess.

Not to mention the huge foreign debt owed, it was patronized by the Austrian army, and the economy of Sardinia was devastated, and it has not yet come out of the shadows.

Under such background, the legendary Prime Minister Carfur took the stage of history. Unfortunately, he is a man and not a god. Facing this super mess, it is also a headache.

development of?This problem is temporarily not related to the Kingdom of Sardinia, let's recover first!If the domestic problems cannot be solved, what other developments will be discussed?

"What? Prime Minister, are you actually going to fight the Russians?" Vittorio Emmanuel II nearly roared.

Since the Osar War, Vittorio Emmanuel II has been full of shadows. Now that I heard that Cavour will start a war with the Russians, it immediately broke out.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Prime Minister Cavour replied

Vittorio Emmanuel II asked angrily: "My Prime Minister, are you sure you are not kidding?"

The Prime Minister of Cavour replied without changing his face: "Your Majesty, this is of course serious. How can I make fun of this kind of thing?"

Vittorio Emmanuel II asked: "Crazy! For no reason, why are we going to fight against the Russians? Do you have any hatred against the Russians?"

There is no conflict of interest between the Kingdom of Sardinia and the Russians. Vittorio Emmanuel II really cannot find a reason to fight the Russians.

Prime Minister Cavour explained without hesitation: "Your Majesty, I have no grievances with the Russians. Even if I see them as unhappy, they will never rise to the height of hatred.

Now that the three countries of Britain, France, and Ottoman are at war with the Russians, we want to seek help from Britain and France. This is the opportunity.

Join this war and seek an opportunity to ally with Britain and France.Use this war to get rid of the domestic economic crisis and let us out of the predicament."

Vittorio Emmanuel II seriously thought about it. Although the proposal of Prime Minister Cavour is a matter of imagination, it may not be the case for the Kingdom of Sardinia.

The Kingdom of Sardinia is far away from Russia. You do n’t have to worry about the military threat of the Russians. Even if you offend the Russians, you are not afraid of revenge.

Vittorio Emmanuel II shook his head and said: "This is not enough, just to get an opportunity to form an alliance with Britain and France is of no value to us.

At present, we have no bargaining chips with Britain and France, and we are not qualified to intervene in the interests of the Near East.

Using war to get rid of the economic crisis, it is difficult for my prime minister in the current Kingdom of Sardinia to put together the equipment of an infantry division.

Do you ask Britain and France to provide us with weapons and equipment, and take their weapons and equipment, that is, send the boys to the battlefield as cannon fodder."

The reality is so cruel, the strength of Sardinia is too weak.After the Osage War, even the army was disbanded.This is not forced by Austria, but forced by finances.

The British are not charitable. Loans and interest are not less than a penny. They must be returned on time. The Kingdom of Sardinia has no money to develop its army.

Anyway, the British provide protection in national defense. They only need an armed force that can stabilize the country. The police force is enough.The only army in the Kingdom of Sardinia is the King's Guard.

The Prime Minister of Cavour said passionately: "Your Majesty, I know that the British and French weapons are not easy to handle, and I am not willing to let the boys go to the battlefield to make cannon fodder.

Without the support of Britain and France, the Kingdom of Sardinia will not have the opportunity to develop and grow.The blood of the Osage War has not yet been dried, and with our own strength, it will never be possible to avenge the Austrians.

They leave it to ... "

Vittorio Emmanuel II said dissatisfiedly: "Stop! Prime Minister Cavour, I don't want to hear your long story.

Revenge against Austria is being promoted all day. Are you worried that the Austrians have forgotten us? We should remind them to be alert. Is there still an enemy in Italy?

In the Osage War, the Kingdom of Sardinia killed 110,000 heroic soldiers, sacrificed 80,000 civilians, and more than 100,000 wounded people. The economic loss is unpredictable, and the entire Sardinian kingdom is crying.

War casualties and the deterioration of the economic situation have reduced the total population of the Kingdom of Sardinia by 670,000 from 1848 to the present.

Do you think we still have extra manpower to consume?Even with the support of Britain and France, do we have the ability to avenge Austria?"

revenge?Vittorio Emmanuel II also thought, but reality does not allow it.The Kingdom of Sardinia is just a small country with a territory of 70,000 square kilometers and a population of more than 5 million.

After a blow, not only did Vittorio Emmanuel II lose faith, the entire Sardinian kingdom lost faith.

The main purpose of the Prime Minister of Cavour to revenge against Austria is still to use the power of hatred to stimulate everyone's fighting spirit and strive for the reunification of Italy.

Garfur continued to explain: "Your Majesty, the international situation is ever-changing. Now that Britain and France are close together, Russia and Austria are standing together again. It is a matter of time for us to stand in line.

Rather than being forced to stand in a team at that time, it is better to join in now. The Osage War two years ago decided that we had no choice.

It is just an attitude to declare war on the Russians. Our strength is limited, and the British and French will not require us to exert much effort.

Montenegro and Greece are now on the side of the Russians, and Britain and France also need someone to help shout internationally. It is just right to do this with the power of the Kingdom of Sardinia."

After hearing this explanation, Vittorio Emmanuel II's expression was slightly slower.

There is no need to invest a lot of troops, then it can be discussed.After the loss of the last war was too great, his father changed from a hero to a bear, and was finally forced to abdicate. He didn't want to come again.

Vittorio Emmanuel II said very calmly: "We also have to consider the attitude of Austria. The Russians can't help us, but they are by our side. The government of Vienna ordered us not to go into exile for another week. Now. "

In the face of phobias, Cavour is powerless.This is not only the case of Vittorio Emmanuel II, but many people after the Osa war, even he himself is no exception, but his self-control is very strong, and he has not shown it.

This sentiment is particularly serious among the people.After experiencing a war in person, many people knew the terrible war and the fear of Austria was even more serious.

This is the sequela of excessive propaganda. During the Charlie-Albert period, the decay of Austria was publicized and the strength of the Kingdom of Sardinia was exaggerated. The self-confidence of the Sardinian people was cultivated.

It is a pity that this self-confidence was lost in the Osage War, and then the reactionary force broke out. Those who experienced this war have become patients with phobia.

The nationalists and middle school teenagers who were not afraid of the day were no longer troubled. The country was settled down, but the Italian reunification plan also died.

After hesitating, Garfur said, "Your Majesty, I will find a way to solve the Austrian problem. If they firmly oppose it, we will give up this opportunity!"

This issue cannot be circumvented. If Austria makes military threats, Cavour will also counsel him.The current kingdom of Sardinia simply does not have the power of World War I. In the Near East War, in fact they can only wave their flags and shout.

After listening to Cavour's answer, Vittorio Emmanuel II nodded in satisfaction and expressed his acquiescence.