European countries did not want to see the unification of the German region. Whether it was the "Tripartite Cabinet" that Bavaria and Prussians worked together to fiddle with, or the "Federal Cabinet" proposed by Austria, none of the powers wanted to see it.
The wings of a butterfly can create a tornado, and the arrival of Franz influenced European history. The attitude of the Russians has changed. They no longer want the German region to maintain the status quo, but want the German Confederation to be divided directly.
Britain and France also had this idea. After the Great Revolution of 1848, they knew the horror of nationalism.
The success of Austria's reforms also aroused their concern, for fear that the German region would be tied together in this way, and the Holy Roman Empire would be resurrected one day in the future.
The best option is to divide into three, Austria, Prussia, Bavaria and the remaining states to unite to form a separate state, or dissolve the federal parliament and let these states become independent.
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This is the 19th century, not the 21st century. This is the era of colonialism, and the law of the jungle is vividly displayed.
Don't look at the fact that the German Confederation does not seem to have played much role. In fact, it is because of the existence of the Confederation that their national defense and security are guaranteed.
Without the protection of the German Confederation, these states in the German region could be wiped out in an instant.
The Prussians want to expand, the French want to expand, and Austria also wants to expand. Because of the existence of the federation, everyone checks and balances each other. The Prussians have no way to attack them, the French dare not attack them, and Austria cannot.
The complicated international situation is the reason for the existence of the monster of the German Confederation after the end of the Holy Roman Empire.
The small states are all warming up together, and Bavaria has become the natural leader of the small states, responsible for leading them to compete against Prussia and Austria.
Franz thought for a while and said: "Continue to increase the penetration of the Bavarian region. We still can't win over the high-level government, so we will first win over some of the middle and lower layers."
Buying people’s hearts also has to pay attention to the cost. The high-level Austrian government in Bavaria can’t give too much, but the middle and lower levels in the government are different, and a little benefit is enough to change their position.
Felix proposed: "Your Majesty, it is necessary for us to establish a German National Unity Organization, which is specially responsible for attracting people from all walks of life in society and disintegrating the determination of countries to fight against Austria.
Our strategy for the southern German state is mainly to win over politically, supplemented by military means. Except for some diehards who must be defeated, the rest will try their best to fight for it.
Bavaria is an essential part, because of the geopolitical relationship, they have a lot of influence in South Germany.
If we were able to capture Bavaria quickly when the unification war broke out, then the remaining states would likely be left behind. "
Franz knew that it was fake to win over people from all walks of life, and the real goal was to win over the lower class nobles, especially the military nobles. As long as they fell to Austria, the war of unification would be easy.
Franz nodded and said, "Then set up the German Unification Committee, which exists as an independent non-governmental organization, dedicated to the unification of the German region, and should not have anything to do with Austria on the surface."
Such an organization must not have a relationship with Austria. In addition to the diplomatic troubles, there are also means and methods of pulling people, which are certainly not as glamorous as they appear on the surface.
Coercion and inducement are considered harmonious, and when necessary, it is possible to join as an assassin to remove some stubborn elements. This cauldron can only be carried by the national extremists.
It is estimated that they will not care, and it is not a black pot. At most, they will be scolded now. After the reunification, they will be the heroes of the German region.
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The diplomatic game has begun. In this era, the problems in the German region are definitely not limited to the internal settlement of the German state. The attitude of the foreign powers is also very important.
Britain, France and Russia are the three unavoidable masters, especially the attitudes of France and Russia, which are capable of sending troops to intervene.
But now is not the time for a showdown. The Prussian government just wants to show the people that they support the unification of Germany and restore the damaged reputation. It does not mean that they really give up their ambitions for the German region and support Bavaria. "Three legs".
Can't the Bavarian government see this problem? It is obviously impossible, and if this is not seen, no one will object to a union with Prussia.
It is a pity that Maximi I was not able to resist the temptation, only seeing the benefits but not the dangers. Walking a diplomatic tightrope is easy to fall, and Bavaria lacks a diplomat who can take control.
In the history of the Prussian-Austrian War, Bavaria wanted to sit and watch the tiger fight, but the 100,000 troops promised in advance were not in place, which directly led to the decisive battle of Prussian soldiers than Austria by a quarter.
Of course, it wasn't just Bavaria who pitted his teammates. Except for Hannover, the Austrian allies were almost all defeated by the Prudential soldiers.
If it weren't for Italy, which is also a pig teammate, it is estimated that the Prussian-Austrian war would end sooner. Perhaps because they trusted their teammates too much, the Austrian government did not have any precautions at all, and the national mobilization was not carried out, and the 300,000 active-duty army directly went to the battlefield.
Obviously, in terms of strategy, Maximilian I's strategic vision is not very good. He did not expect that the Austrian government would be so cowardly. After a big defeat, he simply conceded defeat, and did not fight to the death with the Prussians at all.
Looking back at the history, Franz found that Poo was worthy of being a family, and the level of finding teammates was the same garbage.
From the beginning of the Austro-Prussian War until the end of World War II, there were no less pig teammates around.
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Paris
After the Anti-French War, the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs was rarely so lively. Austria, Prussia, and Bavaria are all turning to them for diplomatic support.
President Napoleon was very happy, and he was interested in anything that could expand France's influence.
Without even thinking about it, President Napoleon knew who to support. Divide the German region into three, and let Bavaria lead the small state against Puau, which is the best choice for the French.
It's a pity that at this time France is not suitable to be a standout, and the domestic bad things have not been dealt with, and European countries are still very jealous of them.
It's okay to shout twice in diplomacy. If you really want to intervene in the affairs of the German region, Prussia and Austria will probably join forces to beat them back first.
Anyway, what the president supports now is opposed by the parliament, and the president supported by the parliament is vetoed, and Louis-Napoleon-Bonaparte is simply in the mud.
Not to mention the French parliament, their foreign policy is more conservative, and most of the time depends on the British reaction.
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London
Hearing the news that the German Confederation was going to form a responsible cabinet, Prime Minister John Russell's first reaction was that it was impossible, and his second reaction was that the cabinet that was about to be born must be dismantled.
The balance of the European continent is the first national policy of the British. If the German region is unified, a giant will appear in Central Europe.
Europe's second largest industrial country, Europe's second largest territorial country, Europe's first economy, Europe's first army power, Europe's most populous country... It's scary to think about it.
John Russell complained in disbelief: "What happened, why did I feel that the world became strange overnight
Who can tell me why this is, the German region may be unified! "
Foreign Minister Palmerston explained: "Your Excellency Prime Minister, the German region is not so easy to unify. The 'responsible cabinet' is only the product of the struggle of the three states of Oppa. A cabinet that is destined to have no real power can't play any role. "
Minister of State Edward frowned and said: "But the existence of this cabinet will still break the balance of the German region. No matter who wins or loses, as long as the responsible cabinet appears, the road to the unification of the German region has taken a big step forward.
Especially in the 'Three Kingdoms Cabinet', if Austria reaches a compromise with Prussia and Bavaria, the German region is likely to be truly unified, at least politically and militarily they can achieve an alliance. "
Everyone is playing politics, and it is natural to know that the fewer people there are, the easier it is to reach an agreement. On the contrary, Austria proposed that all states form a cabinet together with less threat.
There are more than 30 states in the German region, and each state must have someone join the cabinet. With so many people together, there will be quarrels every day.
Is there any possibility of a true alliance between the three countries of Oppa
From the perspective of interest, the answer is: yes; from the actual situation, the answer is: no.
If Prussia was willing to give up its ambition to unify Germany, Franz would not mind giving up the plan to annex southern Germany.
This is somewhat similar to the Three Jin Alliance in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. Once Zhao Wei and Han form an alliance, they can hang and beat the Quartet, and the same is true for the current Opba.
The difference is that once this alliance is established, neither Prussia nor Bavaria will have the opportunity to expand on the European continent.
Bavaria is weak and weak, and is caught in the center of the three countries of Aofapu. After the alliance is established, their safety will be guaranteed, and it is in their interests to be able to farm with peace of mind and go to a well-off society.
Austria can also expand to the Balkans, and can be supplemented by manpower from the German region. The disadvantage of insufficient number of main ethnic groups will be solved, and more energy will be devoted to overseas colonial expansion.
Moreover, with Austria's size, it is only a matter of time before it takes the lead in the alliance, and Franz has no reason to oppose the alliance.
Prussia can't do it. Although their military strength is strong, the actual size of the Kingdom of Prussia is not large.
While maintaining a continental army, the Kingdom of Prussia also lost the opportunity to develop a navy, and the national strength did not allow them to develop land power and sea power at the same time.
Therefore, it must be abandoned. In theory, after the establishment of the alliance, Prussia does not need to worry about the security on land. It can reduce the army, develop the navy, and open up overseas colonies.
It is a pity that Prussia is the Prussia of the Junker aristocracy, and they cannot give up their own interests for the sake of national interests.
Franz understands this question, but it does not mean that everyone understands it, especially the maritime countries such as the United Kingdom.
In their opinion, why venture on the European continent when they can easily profit from overseas
In the current international situation, it is almost impossible for the Kingdom of Prussia to expand on the European continent. The British believe that the Prussian government will not be so unwise.
Prime Minister John Russell said decisively: "Mr Palmerston, the British Empire has enough enemies, and there is no need to add another big enemy.
Now, I don't care what your foreign ministry does, in short, we can't let a unified government emerge in the German region, even if it's only in name!
It would be better to separate the German Bundestag, I always felt that bringing them together would be a big problem for us sooner or later. "
Palmerston replied confidently: "Don't worry, Your Excellency Prime Minister. It is impossible for the German region to be unified, and it is not just us who want to break them up!"