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Franz ’s worries were superfluous, and the Tsarist government had already begun to do so before the Vienna government reminded it.

It ’s just that the method is a bit immature, and it may be that it is not prepared in advance, and the evidence produced by the Russians is not convincing enough.

There are no movies yet, and makeup has not become the four major magic techniques, and even the special effects do not even have shadows. It is still difficult to falsify photos.

No, to be exact, the tsarist government has no concept of fraud.

The Berlin government has launched an offensive of public opinion. The generals on the front line have long been ordered to abide by the military discipline. It is naturally not easy to grasp the handle of the generals at this time.

Many of the photo evidences provided by the Tsarist government were sponsored by the Austrian government.

These were taken inadvertently when the Austrian military collected information on the battlefield. There were very few real shots on the ground. Most of them were shot on airships.

Clarity can't be expected naturally, it's good to be able to see the figure indistinctly.On the one hand, the fly is too high, on the other hand, the camera is not advanced enough.

If it were not for the newspapers ’intention to provoke controversy for sales, the evidence provided by the tsar ’s government was estimated to be overwhelming even if a single wave could not be hit.

In any case, it is better to have a dispute than to have no dispute.In accordance with established practice, this kind of public opinion is usually off topic.

In the words of the instructor: "The Russian army is a robber, the general army is a bandit." In short, none of it is good.

You sing me on stage. This winter, the performances of both Russia and Russia have made the European people watch a big show.

As the temperature dropped, the war between Russia and Russia also gradually eased.After the winter, the non-combat downsizing of the general army increased day by day. In order to reduce losses, Mao Qi had to stop the offensive.

Teddy bears are indeed more resistant to frost, but they also need to accumulate and use strategic materials this winter.Unless it is guaranteed to win this winter, the Russian army must stop.

This is something that cannot be done. After the spring, the ice and snow melt, the roads are muddy, and the transportation of materials is very difficult.

After losing money once, the bureaucrats of the Tsarist government have evolved.It is enough to crush the enemy in an upright manner. Why take risks?

Of course, there is still a "winter offensive".The Russian army continued to die in Smolinsk. This fortress city is just beside the Dnieper River, and water transportation is very convenient.

Even if it is in other areas, it is already defending. Is it not good to use winter to strengthen the fortifications? Why should we run out and fight the enemy?

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The battlefield between Russia and Russia has stabilized, and the South American war has undergone earth-shaking changes.The Bolivian Union of Peru, which had the upper hand, gradually fell into the disadvantage after the British shot.

Two months ago, under the escort of 6 warships, 7,000 Chilean soldiers landed near the Iquique fortress and successfully defeated the Peruvian Bolivian coalition forces. The strength comparison between the two sides reversed.

Looking at the intelligence collected by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Franz didn't know how to vomit.The mud can't hold the wall, it's Bolivia.

Who could have imagined that the Bolivian army is still using bows and crossbows?

If there is no way, only these weapons will not matter.The problem is that Bolivia received Austrian support and bought a lot of second-hand equipment before the war broke out.

Franz admits that the time is a little shorter, and the Bolivian army is full of Indians. It is really difficult to change directly without training.

But no matter how difficult it is, it must be done!The foundation is too poor, if you can't do it by training, you can always teach them to shoot.

From preparations for the war to the fall of Iquique, there was also a small half year.The Army is not a navy. If you hold the Buddha's feet for a while, you can still train a battalion in a few months.

Franz is not concerned about the internal problems of Bolivia involved behind this.Now he was just fortunate to let go in time and did not continue to support this "A Dou".

Not only the garbage of the Bolivian army, but also the Chilean army as the winner.To deal with such a crowd of people, actually lived so long.

A worse-than-nothing war is completely unremarkable, and it can't even learn lessons.Franz is very skeptical that if he puts the Principality of Montenegro in South America, he can become a hegemon.

Originally worried about the danger of Austria and South America after the rise of Chile, now Franz is at ease.If there is a fight, it is estimated that the Chilean army cannot win the local militia.

The South American War is no longer called the "Pacific War". In contrast to the tragic Russian-Russian war, the wars between Chile and Bolivia and Peru are completely games for children.

The European media has replaced the original "Pacific War" with "Bird War" or "Saltpetre War". The irony is completely unmasked.

Now, Franz understands why Europeans are so arrogant.It's really not their arrogance, nor their short-term vision, it's all against their opponents.

The center of the world in the 19th century was Europe. At this time, the major powers of the world were gathered on the European continent, and there was no challenger to look around the world.

If there were no world wars in the original time and space, this advantage will continue for many years.There is no history in history, and world wars are both coincidences and inevitable.

Even now in continental Europe, Franz cannot guarantee that war will never erupt.To put it bluntly, war is the continuation of politics, and politics is driven by interests.

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Foreign Minister Weisenberg: "Your Majesty, the Minister of Chile sent an invitation to us this morning, hoping that we can come forward to mediate the Pacific War, and the UK and France were also invited."

It's no surprise that since the three countries of Britain, France and Austria announced their alliance, the three countries have been responsible for mediation.

Even if no one invites them, the three countries will come to serve themselves. They are called for "world peace". The real purpose is naturally ...

After looking at the map of South America, Franz said after a bit of effort: "This Chilean government is not bad. If you know it, you will close it. But do Peru and Bolivia agree?"

Chileans have occupied Antofagasta, Tarapaka, Arica, Tacna and other regions, which happens to be the main producers of saltpeter and bird droppings.

All the desired benefits have been obtained, and the war continues, and it is no longer possible to obtain greater benefits. The Chilean government has chosen to be safe, which is undoubtedly the most sensible choice.

If the war continues, it is not known whether greater benefits can be obtained. In case of the end of the Russo-Prussian War, the two countries will focus their attention on South America again, and it is difficult to eat the trophies in their stomachs.

Weissenberg replied: "I am afraid this is difficult. From a military perspective, Peru and Bolivia still have the power to fight.

Especially in Peru, they have a much larger population than Chile, and their losses are still within their limits, and there is a chance of a turnaround if they continue to fight.

Politically, the situation is more obvious.Affected by the defeat at the front, both Peru and Bolivia changed their governments, and the atmosphere of the civil war was so strong that they could not withdraw.

Chile invites us to intervene mainly because we want to use the power of us and Britain and France to force the two governments to compromise."

"Maintaining world peace" is the flag of the alliance of the three countries of Britain, France and Austria + political program. Since the slogan has been shouted, even for the sake of face, the Vienna government cannot refuse the Chilean government's invitation to mediate.

Not only is this invitation to "mediation", but any country in the world invites "mediation", the three countries will send people to participate.

It is natural that the three countries of Britain, France, Austria and Austria are so active in international affairs that they have no purpose.The seemingly simple international mediation is actually a division of regional interests.

As the three most powerful countries in the world today, as long as they participate, they can take more or less a copy. This is the essence of the imperialist era.

"Come on, we have little interest in South America. If Peru and Bolivia want to continue the war, let them continue.

As a responsible big country, we must fully respect the opinions of small countries, and we cannot blindly impose our will on them."

During his speech, Franz waved his hand as if he didn't care about the matter.But the wrinkle between the eyebrows still revealed his unwillingness.

At this time the truce, there is no doubt that the British took the big head, Chile followed immediately to eat meat, and the two countries beat the soy sauce bowl of soup.

Similar things have happened not just once or twice.Losing money more often will always make people unhappy.

In this era of weak meat and strong food, it is understandable how much strength is gained, but the strength comparison between the three countries of England, France and Austria is constantly changing, but the distribution of benefits has not changed with the change of strength.

Instigating Peru and Bolivia to continue the war is a counterattack by Franz.Since the British want to take the most benefit, then continue to invest!

In case the Secret Wave Alliance is lucky, and the game is over, the situation will be very different.Despite the small chance, Franz doesn't mind betting.

The gambling lost, which added to the British; the gambling won, but also can shake the British dominance in South America.

From Austria ’s standpoint, no matter how you look at it, it ’s worth it.

As for Peru and Bolivia, the road is chosen by oneself, and tears will have to be finished.

Not forcing them to cede the land to pay compensation and end the war is in itself the greatest respect.

Austria is not a pure flicker with empty mouths and white teeth. Weapon and ammunition assistance is still available.Although they all have to pay for it, being able to get loans, weapons and ammunition during the war is itself a kind of support.

Regardless of the cause of the "guano war", it doesn't matter now whether you know it right or not.

For Peru and Bolivia, the enemy has fought, and now the purpose of the war is no longer the battle for bird droppings and saltpeter, but the war of territorial defense.

Since it is to defend the home and protect the country, it is natural to go on its own, but can it be expected that others will not succeed?

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