Chapter 933 Interview

At this time, Franz had already arrived in Innsbruck (the capital of Tyrol). He originally planned to go to Frankfurt to debate with the heroes, but now it seems unnecessary.

After all, the Belgians changed their national flag to the tricolor flag of the German Empire, and the Luxembourgers and another group of reinforcements also flew the banner of the German Empire.

At this time, the Frankfurt National Assembly was actually in a difficult situation. At least they could not leave Austria aside to carry out the Little Germany plan as in history.

Because now no country or individual would think that Prussia could defeat France. Even during the Franco-Prussian War, no country except Prussia itself thought they could win.

Even if the Frankfurt Parliament put the crown of the German Empire on the head of Prussian King William IV, the result would most likely be the same as in history.

If William IV really dared to accept this crown, then Franz should really start to consider the unification of Germany.

After all, the biggest competitor blew himself up, and the internal obstacles to unification have disappeared. At the same time, huge external pressure is also helpful for the unification of Germany.

And if Austria does not take up this banner at that time, the small countries in Germany should be divided up.

Now it is the right choice for Franz to wait for the price.

Because the whole war happened too suddenly, Franz could only send a group of mercenaries and journalists to help.

At this time, it is impossible to send troops directly because there is no reason for the war.

However, there are some unexpected gains, that is, the second support army.

The second support army does not come from the traditional German region, but from the Netherlands.

The relationship between the Netherlands and Belgium is very bad, so King William II of the Netherlands is very opposed to helping Belgium.

In fact, in addition to the old grudges between the two countries, King William II of the Netherlands is also considering the Netherlands itself.

The location of the Netherlands is just sandwiched between the three major interest groups, Germany, France, and England, and it borders France and Germany.

This situation is called a battleground for military strategists in a nice way, and a "four-war zone" in a bad way.

The Netherlands does not need to provoke other countries to be beaten, let alone actively provoke the French?

Moreover, the Netherlands had already offended Britain before, and now if it offended France again, the Netherlands would have no choice but to turn to the German Confederation.

Although the Kingdom of the Netherlands has experienced rapid economic growth, social stability, and even its territory has been restored after joining the German Confederation.

But King William II of the Netherlands has his own plans, and he does not want to hang himself on a tree.

If possible, he still hopes to be able to get along with both sides, so that he can maximize his interests.

In fact, Britain and France have never given up on winning over the Netherlands. After all, no one wants war for problems that can be solved at the negotiating table.

And this is the lowest-cost approach. Whether it is to subvert the Netherlands to support its own forces or to use war, the cost will be a considerable amount.

Franz does not want to give William II the opportunity to continue to waver. Those reporters will spread the news of the Dutch aid to Belgium as much as possible.

Whether in Britain, France, or the Netherlands, this matter almost made the front page headlines at the same time.

King William II of the Netherlands angrily tore the newspaper in his hand to pieces and threw it to the ground fiercely.

"Damn it! These unruly people, are they going to destroy the Netherlands?"

Caroline on the side did not speak, she just watched coldly, after all, she herself was one of the driving forces behind the scenes.

Caroline looked at the irritable, stupid, and arrogant man in front of her. If she had not been in charge of the country, the Kingdom of the Netherlands would probably have followed the footsteps of those German states.

William II in history was a very weak monarch. When the storm came in 1848, in order to keep his throne, he compromised with the domestic liberal leader Thorbeck, recognized the constitutional amendment that restricted the royal power, and appointed Thorbeck as prime minister.

However, although William II kept the throne, he did not live a happy life. He eventually died suddenly in Tilburg, North Brabant in 1849.

Although William II had some achievements in this life, it was still not enough to keep his position.

If Caroline had not been helping to operate, I am afraid that William II would repeat the same mistakes at this time.

It is worth mentioning that Thorbeck, the liberal leader in history, became a radical German nationalist leader at this time.

In fact, Thorbeck himself has German national tendencies, and his works and official documents are all in German.

But unfortunately, the nationalists in the Netherlands and the German Confederation in history were really weak, the organizational structure was too loose, and the exclusivity was very strong.

But now it is different. German nationalism has completed many evolutions in the development of these years, and its influence and infectiousness have been greatly enhanced.

At the same time, it is also very inclusive and aggressive. It can accommodate the Boers far away in South Africa and protect its compatriots at the doorstep of the French.

It was Thorbeck who led the troops to aid Belgium at this time. He was not a military genius, but his organizational ability was very good and he could unite all kinds of people together.

Moreover, the Netherlands is not Belgium. The former has a large number of soldiers and qualified officers, and does not need this politician to command the battle.

However, facing the war correspondent sent by Franz, it was Thorbeck's performance time.

Unlike ordinary soldiers and officers, they may be good at fighting, but they are a little embarrassed to be interviewed.

"What do you think?"

"I want to eat."

"I'm tired."

"I need a doctor."

"Sir, can you make way? You stepped on my spoils."

These soldiers kept talking, but there was nothing the reporters wanted to hear.

As for the officers, if it was the Austrian army, it would be fine. After all, there were many nobles, and they had no problem speaking in front of people.

However, these German coalition forces were not good. They were okay to brag in front of their own people, but they couldn't say anything when they were asked to speak.

The reporters were also very depressed. They had already discussed privately that if there was nothing valuable, they would use the manuscripts written on the road.

Fortunately, Thorbeck arrived in time.

In fact, when the reporters arrived, those smart soldiers had already gone to find Thorbeck.

Thorbeck seemed much calmer when he was interviewed by reporters.

"Can you talk about your feelings today?"

"Of course, sir.

Today is a great day! I, Thorbeck, have the honor to fight with the bravest warriors in the world, and we have defeated the arrogant French together!

Today there are no Dutch, Belgians, Luxembourgers, Bavarians, today we are all Germans!

We stand here together at this moment to welcome this great victory, which is the proof of our German nation's unity, bravery and strength.

This is not only our victory, but also the victory of the German nation!

In this war, our soldiers showed unparalleled bravery and tenacity!

It is they who are not afraid of sacrifice! Go forward bravely! It is their blood and sacrifice that won us the final victory!

We must remember them! At the same time, we should keep our mission in mind! Fight and struggle for the great rejuvenation of the German nation!

We must remember that we are the same nation, with the same belief and the same dream! That is to revitalize Germany!"