Chapter 1,268: Hiding Evil Intentions 3
Chapter 1268: Hiding evil intentions 3
It is true that the Kaiser has many troops, but the loyalty and the abundant troops that can be mobilized are quite limited. After all, during the Battle of Verdun in history, it was almost impossible for the German frontline reserves to mobilize so many mobile troops! When necessary, the prince can shrink the troops in Ukraine and rush back to Germany, but will the German legions on the western front dare to withdraw from the front on a large scale? I definitely wouldn’t dare!
Now, the struggle between the two sides has not yet reached that point, and the prince is trying his best to downplay his influence on Prussia. The main military force has been kept on the front line. Even after the Russian campaign is completed, the prince still deploys the main force of the army outside Germany. . The purpose of this is undoubtedly to give both parties within Prussia a sense of security. As for what to do when needed? Isn't that simple? Take trains and buses directly to the country! Do you really think that the German-Austrian railway was built in vain? !
Well, according to the thinking inertia of a conspirator, after figuring out the forces participating in the competition, the prince needs to know which side he should be on and how to obtain the greatest benefits! First of all, it is certain that the prince will never sit down with the reformists. After all, they want to establish a constitutional monarchy and parliamentary government, and some of the radicals even want to abolish the nobility! In addition to targeting the Kaiser, these people also had a bullet aimed at Ruprecht! If the Kaiser fell, or if Prussia fell, how could Bavaria be spared? Unless you are prepared to die together.
By the same token, it is not possible to stand completely on the side of the Kaiser. The reason is very simple. Even under pressure, the Kaiser would not necessarily give in on the issue of Princess Marie becoming Queen Marie. Because this will fundamentally shake Prussia’s dominance within the German system. Note that this German system does not simply refer to the Second German Empire, but also includes the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Prussia now controls Germany and has an overwhelming ability to face the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Advantages of sex, but what happens after that? If Bavaria and Austria were under the control of the same family, Prussia would have little or no advantage! This is something the Kaiser absolutely cannot tolerate!
Think about it for a moment, if the prince considers the problem from the Kaiser's point of view: Your second child and the neighbor's boss are husband and wife, and if something happens, they may have to deal with you together with the neighbor. What would you do? ! As for whether there is a compromise solution, for example, excluding Bavaria from Germany like Prussia did when it unified Germany? This is also impossible. The reason is very simple. Bavaria's economy and industry are already very large. Once the Kingdom of Bavaria leaves, it will be a heavy blow to Germany. From the perspective of national strength, even if Germany obtains the territory it wants, the gains will still outweigh the losses! This war is in vain!
From the Kaiser's point of view, Prussia could not tolerate the consequences of losing Bavaria, but from the prince's point of view, it was also unwilling to leave the German Empire. After Princess Mary became Queen, most of the heritage of the Austro-Hungarian Empire fell firmly to the prince. In his hands, the prince also needs to maintain his huge influence in Germany! After all, World War 1 is not the war that ends everything. Whether it is in terms of interests or preparation for the distant War 2, Bavaria's presence in Germany is of great significance.
From this point of view, the prince seemed to be trapped in a paradox. No matter which faction he chose, he seemed unable to achieve his goal. When one party gains an advantage, or after both parties reach an agreement, the princes will automatically become their enemies. So is there a better solution? The prince has a bold plan, but now he has to wait and see what happens.
Thinking of this, the prince suddenly thought of another possibility. That is, what if the Kaiser and some factions among the reformists come to an agreement... By that time, if the prince has not activated it, then it will be okay. But if the prince activates it, something will really happen! It is highly likely that both sides will unite against Bavaria…. This scene is simply too beautiful to look directly at!
Is this possible? Maybe there really is! For the Kaiser and the conservatives, as long as they maintained most of their own interests, that was victory. What about the reformists dominated by social democratic parties and big capitalists? If they compromise, they will certainly lose an excellent opportunity. But many people who are not determined may choose to compromise. After all, even after the revolution broke out in Germany in history, many bourgeoisie still hope to retain the emperor.
For those who are not so radical, after they have gained benefits this time, it is not unacceptable to stop for a while, especially the big capitalists behind them. They are all sharks hiding in the dark. Profit is their business, and others take the lead. The previous agent is gone, it doesn’t matter, just find time to find a new batch! So they are the least afraid of changing their ways!
"Ma Dan, it is indeed an epic difficulty mission." The prince felt depressed in his heart. Therefore, judging from the current situation, the prince will not directly play until the situation is clear and before both parties have guaranteed a certain strength. It would be a very good choice to shrink one's own power honestly outside the scope of Germany, and at the same time provide some small help to some people in the reformists when necessary.
The German Social Democratic Party can actually be divided into three parts: the left, the center and the right. The right is led by Albert. They support the existence of the Kaiser to some extent and are willing to retain some of the Emperor's rights. They focus more on parliament and elections. system reform. This group of people is the easiest to be satisfied and the easiest to give in. If the Kaiser agreed to implement a British-style constitutional monarchy and parliamentary reforms, Albert's right would be the easiest to persuade. But unfortunately, there are not many of them. Otherwise the Kaiser would not have lost his throne. Albert was able to succeed in the end, not because of how strong the right wing was, but because of the support of the German military.
The other part was the centrists, headed by Kaul Kautsky, who later became the Independent Social Democratic Party of Germany. In fact, judging from their stance, they may demand more, but they are also opposed to the revolutionary stance of the left. Later, he worked with the rightists to kill the Spartacus regiment on the left.
As for the left? Needless to say, it is Karl Liebknecht. The political demands and methods are very radical, breaking the old era and creating a new era. That's it! The attitude is the most resolute, but there is just not enough military power.
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