Holy Roman Empire

Frederick was very excited when he visited Europe for the first time.But this good mood didn't last for a few days, and he became bored.

In addition to banquets every day, or banquets.In imagination, discuss major matters concerning the destiny of the country with monarchs of various countries?

Sorry, this does not exist.The accompanying officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have already done everything, and he, the crown prince, only needs to make up the number.

Even if he wants to train his son, Franz doesn't dare to try national events.In the unlikely event that something goes wrong, the loss is not half a star.

In politics, there is no room for sloppyness. One is bad, and even the heirs have entered.

Therefore, the mission of Frederick's visit to European countries this time was not only to establish a relationship with the Baden royal family, but also to exchange feelings with relatives.

Almost all European crown princes will make a lap in continental Europe as adults.Traveling the world and growing knowledge, as its name implies, is actually to brush the sense of presence and to understand the development of various countries by the way.

Franz is one of the few exceptions. The Revolution made him ascend to the throne in advance and lost this opportunity for peers to communicate.

The seemingly ordinary travel actually contains a strong political meaning.

Initially, this kind of exchange activity was mainly to increase the feelings between the future monarchs of various countries and to reduce conflicts between countries.

By now the facts have proved that this idea is too idealistic.The personal feelings of the monarch are insignificant in the face of national interests.

Of course, there are positive meanings.In the absence of conflicts of interest, the friendship between the monarchs may also evolve into a friendship between the two countries, reducing conflicts to some extent.

The most important thing is to add insurance to yourself. If there are many friends, if there is a change, someone will help.For example:

In the event of a defeat or a coup, international pressure can be used to keep the throne, and there is a place to live when the most unfavourable are exiles abroad.

These were valid until the monarchy declined.If it were n’t for the lack of suitable opportunities, Franz was prepared to engage in a “Kingdom of the King” campaign in Europe.

Frederick was in a tragedy, the daily schedule was full, all day long was entertainment, and there was no time to spend time in the mountains.

This is a disadvantage of many relatives. When you get to a place, you ca n’t stop seeing people, and the protagonist ca n’t help but hold a welcome banquet.

Faces are given to each other. As the top layer of European society, business mutual blows are inevitable.

Frederick wanted a good reputation, he had to go to the homes of these big figures, and meet the local social leaders before they would help build momentum.

Because of the relationship of relatives, even if the status is lower by one grade, Frederick must give others a face, which in turn increases his work tasks.

Not going or not, this is the task Franz gave him.Such a relationship is better not to be used for a lifetime, but it is better than not when needed.

The original World War I is a classic case.The defeated allied monarchs can be exiled overseas; as the tsar of the Allies, there is nowhere to go.

This is not that Nicholas II did not want to run. The interim government prepared to send him to British political asylum, but George V refused to accept it.

Not only did the British refuse, but other European countries also did not welcome Nicholas II.It seems that William II showed the meaning of receiving, but the meaning of watching jokes should be more.

Franz does not think that the Habsburg family will be so miserable. With the resources in his hands, as long as the later monarch does not die, it will not be a problem to support for hundreds of years.

The main purpose of Frederick's relationship with everyone is to create a good reputation for his son, which needs everyone's support.

Looking at the invitation in his hand, Frederick asked frustratedly: "Cole, how many banquet invitations?"

Cole replied seriously: "Your Highness, I can't give the exact number of people for this question. It is estimated that you will have to attend at least one hundred banquets at the end of the trip.

This is still the result of pushing away most of the invitations, in fact there should be more.If the relationship is closer, there may be more banquets."

In this era of little entertainment, the nobles are very keen on holding banquets, and they come almost two or three times a month. The thick family may have two or three times a week.

There is no reason to hold a banquet, it will create a reason.For example: the pet dog at home is produced and it is necessary to hold a banquet to celebrate; the fruit trees in the manor are blooming and it is necessary to hold a banquet to celebrate ...

The reason for the banquet is a variety of things, not impossible, only unexpected.Banquet expenses are also the biggest expenditure of nobles in this era.

Frederick rubbed his forehead, and he was already suffering from party phobia.At this moment, he finally understood why Franz did not like to hold a banquet.

"Can I push it away? For example, I held a banquet to invite them over and get it done in one go."

Cole solemnly refused: "Your Highness, this time you represent the Habsburg family. According to the rules of the nobility, you can only hold a thank-you banquet after the host hosts a welcome banquet.

At most it will be pushed away, the invitation below the Duke.In fact, it is also very rude to do so. This time you have to visit every German state, many of which do not reach the Duke."

Frederick's face was desperate, and there was not much difference in Germany, that is, there were many small states.

For political needs, he simply can't avoid it. Even some small states have only one village and he has to visit.

This represents the Habsburg family, respect for the governments of various states, and it is also an opportunity to export the ideas of Great Germany.

After hesitating for a while, Frederick still compromised his life: "Forget it, or proceed according to the original plan. In case it affects the overall situation, I can't afford it."

Frederick's political vision is not lacking, he is very clear about the intention of Franz's arrangement.As long as he walks step by step, he will have a lot of halo on his head.

Such simple things can be messed up, it is estimated that Franz will have to reconsider the issue of heirs.

Free to play, does not exist.The next Austrian emperor, the one who needs to be able to continue Franz ’s policy, the most taboo is the greed and greed.

Frederick did a good job in these areas, basically meeting the above requirements.Generally speaking, it follows the rules and can accomplish the tasks assigned by Franz, without being smart.

There is no extraordinary talent, but a keen political vision.Perhaps Austria cannot be made more brilliant, nor will the Empire fall.

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