MTL - Restart Spain-Chapter 11 Bismarck and Moltke
At the same time that Alfonso met Misty, he was far away in Potsdam, the German Empire.
The old Bismarck got off the carriage at Sanssouci Palace with a brown suit, and the magnificent Sanssouci Palace could no longer attract his attention.
"Inform Your Majesty, the old minister has important matters to discuss with His Majesty the Emperor."
The guard gave a respectful military salute and quickly ran to the palace to report.
Bismarck's name can be said to be well known in Germany. As the leader of Germany, he has this qualification and deserves the respect and love of the German people.
Inside Sanssouci Palace, Bismarck's sudden request aroused the attention of William I.
"Go and ask the prime minister to come to my study, I'll go there right away."
William I is 78 years old this year, but his body is still very strong. The experience of joining the army at the age of 10 made him have a soft spot for military uniforms.
"Hey, my prime minister, what's making you so anxious." William I asked.
Bismarck has always been calm, and there should be no small things that can make him come in a hurry, William I thought so.
"Your Majesty, please take a look at this telegram first. It was sent by Matt, who was stationed in Spain. I believe you will be shocked by what is on this telegram."
William I took the telegram handed over by Bismarck blankly. His impression of Spain had never been very high.
Then he read Matt's telegram, and it didn't take long for his dull expression to gradually change to shock.
William I suddenly raised his head, clutching the telegram from Spain tightly.
"If an artillery of this performance is equipped to the French, do we still have a chance of winning?"
His face was a little dignified. William I, who had been in the army since he was a child, naturally knew that the Krupp cannons currently equipped in the German army were far behind in terms of rate of fire, range, and weight.
"It seems true that the Spaniards will not seek our cooperation with a fake, and this time we may have to cooperate."
Bismarck looked solemn and answered William I's question in a deep voice.
"Although my country's steel manufacturing industry is very good, it is actually no better than the British or the French.
If the Spaniards turn their heads and find cooperation with the United Kingdom or France, especially the French,
The voice of war against Germany in France is very high now. If this kind of artillery is quickly equipped, our artillery advantage during the Franco-Prussian War will no longer exist, and the German Empire may face defeat. "
Since the end of the Franco-Prussian War, France has begun to vigorously develop the army, and the call for revenge against Germany has become increasingly louder.
The Three Emperors Alliance established by Bismarck in 1873 also proved that the role of the Three Emperors Alliance was not great during the German-French war crisis in 1875.
"Now we should equip the army with this artillery as soon as possible to deter the French, and if the French get this artillery, I think war may really come to the German Empire."
Bismarck pointed to France on the map, and explained to William I that at this juncture, a weapon that can be quickly deployed and powerful is very important.
William I looked at the area of France where Bismarck pointed, frowned for a moment and pondered for a moment, then turned to instruct the guards who were waiting at the door.
"Go to Marshal Mao Qi. If there is an urgent matter, ask him to discuss it."
Mao Qi, one of the three heroes of Prussia, made great contributions in the Franco-Prussian War and was named a marshal.
In the military, especially the army's attainments are absolutely extremely high.
And letting Mao Qi come is indeed a final assessment of this weapon.
"Your Majesty, the Prime Minister, may I ask what is the emergency?"
asked Mo Qi, who came quickly.
"Marshal Mao Qi, look at the data of this artillery first. If this type of artillery appears in the French lineup, or the Chinese lineup, what impact will it have on a possible war."
Bismarck asked Mo Qi the data of the ESP artillery, and he wanted to hear the opinions of professionals.
"Oh! God, this gun is really excellent."
Mao Qi just glanced at it, and immediately conveyed his shock without reservation.
"If this artillery is equipped in the hands of the French, it will be a nightmare. Our army's artillery advantage will immediately turn into a huge disadvantage.
At a front line distance of at least 4,000 meters, our soldiers have to endure the artillery bombardment of the enemy, and our artillery units are unable to fight back.
And its weight of just over a ton will greatly reduce the logistical pressure on the French Army. "
A big reason for France's defeat in the Franco-Prussian War was poor logistics.
Mao Qi swallowed and then continued:
"Even if our army relies on the soldiers' will to fight to win, the price must be huge."
William I's brows furrowed and deepened, he was a little worried about the current situation in Germany.
"And if the artillery is equipped on a large scale in our army, then I can only pray that our army can occupy Paris before France surrenders."
Mao Qi said with a smile, with confidence in his tone.
"But the current situation is that this artillery was developed and produced by a Spanish arsenal, and the Spanish king came to power with the support of the French."
William I looked serious, then looked like Bismarck, who had returned to his usual plain expression. UU reading www.uukanshu.com
"So we must promote the idea of the Spaniards seeking cooperation to avoid the worst situation, that is, the artillery appeared in France, but not in Germany."
Bismarck nodded, this is the primary purpose of the Germans now.
"I will go to Spain to discuss this matter with King Alfonso XIII. The Spaniards want our steel manufacturing technology, then give it to them.
I think for the French, what they want to see is a chaotic second-class country Spain, rather than a mighty Spain, a sun that never sets on the Continent, which will make them vulnerable. "
Bismarck was worthy of being one of the greatest statesmen of the 19th century, and saw the plight of the French at a glance.
A weak Spain may be a friend of the French, but a strong Spain must not be.
"Your Majesty, when I brought the artillery back from Spain, I thought that at that time, I would let the major newspapers spread the news and suppress the French people's careful thinking..."
After returning to his mansion, Bismarck instructed his assistant to pass the news that he was going to Spain to negotiate in person to Matt. He stood by the window with his hands behind him and looked at the west, his eyes filled with light.
The greatest German statesman, diplomat, once again ready to fight for the German Empire.
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(The German-French war crisis was the most serious failure in Bismarck’s political career. The Russians, one of the Three Emperors’ League, clearly supported the French, and the British, who implemented the continental balance, also supported the French. The United Kingdom and Russia joined forces to put pressure on Germany. , so that it is not allowed to take the lead in the possible war between Germany and France. It can be said that in this diplomatic game, Bismarck lost in the hands of the French Decaz, and he almost lost his life.)
