Chapter 724： So far (1/2)

There is nothing to keep secret about limiting the armaments of the army. Except for the British who are lonely overseas, other European countries are the beneficiaries.

The Prussian-Russian War was not only affected by the two warring nations of Prussia and Russia. Neighbours also expanded their armaments. The size of the army of all countries has expanded to varying degrees.

This is a bad start for Austria. In order to ensure its own security and the ability to interfere in the war at any time, the Vienna government took the lead in expanding its army and then triggered a chain reaction.

As of now, the size of Austria's army has expanded to 947,000, which is not excessive.

At the same time as the expansion of active forces, the Vienna government also mobilized a large number of reserve forces in the name of training.

If Franz is willing, two or three million troops can be formed in a week, which is enough to deal with various emergencies.

There is no way, the trust between people has disappeared these years, and you have to plan for the worst.

If the Russian-Prussian war easily wins the war, no one can guarantee whether they will swell and do the stupid attack on Austria.

Franz doesn't like to put security on others, so he naturally has to expand his strength.

In addition to security considerations, there is also the issue of debt. Collecting accounts this year is not an easy task. Who knows you without strength?

Now that Russia and Russia are both defeated, as a winner, the bears have no capital to settle their debts. The Tsarist government seems to be at ease, and naturally it does not need to collect debts by force.

In the current era of anti-warfare, the Vienna government's proposed disarmament at this time is completely in line with the mainstream of the times.

The only one who was unhappy was probably the British. Under the circumstances that everyone did not reduce their military spending, the Army spent less money, which meant that the Navy could get more money.

In light of the current international situation, if the purpose of Austria is not known, the London government need not confuse it.

Knowing what to know, the London government is hard to undermine at this time. Disarmament is what everyone expects, and it is in the interest of all parties, not just a few words can make everyone give up.

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Downing Street Prime Minister's House

Minister of Foreign Affairs Edward: ”The Russian-Prussian War is too brutal, the rise of anti-warfare in Europe, and the European people are extremely insecure.

The Austrians have chosen a good time and at this time proposed disarmament. I am afraid that it is not just for disarmament. There are signs that Austria is preparing to establish a new international order.

Disarmament is just an excuse for holding an international conference. While limiting the size of the army, they should also sign a security treaty with European countries.

Most European countries lack a sense of security. No one can reject such a treaty. The only one who has the power to block is the French.

It ’s just that European countries have always been very vigilant about the French. Most countries regard them as the source of European unrest. At this time, the French government may not have the courage to step out of the way.

According to news from Paris, the French have agreed to Austria's disarmament plan. It is estimated that Austria will convene an international conference to establish a new continental balance system after the completion of the negotiations between Russia and Russia.

It was a good thing that the European continent stabilized, but the situation is different now, and the strategic focus of France and Austria may be shifted out.

If our reasoning is correct, it won't be long before a new round of naval arms race begins, and Britain will face the cruelest challenge next. ”

The hatred value drawn by the French is too high, and it can't be calmed in a short time. This is destined for a new continental balance system. They can only be participants, not leaders.

Everyone knows that after the Prussian-Russian war, the European political structure will be reshuffled, and the London government must be prepared.

The original plan was to draw the French together to establish a new European order after the birth of the North German Empire, but they were one step behind and Austria took the lead.

Prime Minister Benjamin nodded: ”If the Austrian plan succeeds, this will be the third Vienna system.

If we trouble them now and draw the French, will there be a chance to build a continental system with Britain at its core? ”

Minister of Foreign Affairs Edward shook his head: ”It is very difficult, not to mention that we have not yet attracted the French. Even if we have the support of the Paris government, the success rate will not exceed one-third.

In recent years, our influence in continental Europe has declined dramatically. Especially after the Russian-Prussian War, the Kingdom of Prussia that we support is abolished, and the right to speak is even worse.

The French are even worse, their strength is not weaker than Austria, and their influence is not weaker than the Vienna government, but their influence is mostly negative.

Part of it was left by Napoleon that year, and part was the price of annexing Italy. With the exception of Spain, the French can no longer find an ally on the European continent.

According to the information we have received, France-Spain relations are also gradually becoming cold. If a new international order is to be established, I am afraid that the Spanish may not support them. ”

Politics is very realistic. Britain's chess pieces on the European continent are abolished, and the ability to intervene in the European continent has fallen sharply. Everyone naturally does not buy it.

Won the French, while increasing their influence, they must also accept the negative impact brought by France.

For example: Belgium, Switzerland, the German Confederation, these countries threatened by France, can not help but stand on the opposite side.

Even if the British can barely pull them over, don't expect others to contribute.

It is useless to promise more benefits, as long as France does not give up peeping at them, the problem cannot be solved.

As for letting the French go?

Just think about it. You have not experienced any beatings by the society and successfully annexed the Italian region. It was when the French were most inflated. Why listen to Britain?