William and Rocks, who stayed in the room, looked at Lord North's hurried back and smiled at each other. For Prussia, Austria was already in short supply, so Prussia must seize an outlet to the sea as soon as possible. Watching European countries because of the ocean
To gain many benefits, Prussia must join in as soon as possible.
William knew very well that the main purpose of the two world wars launched by Germany in later generations was to compete with the old colonial empires such as Britain and France for colonial interests around the world. Prussia must take advantage of this best time to complete the Hohenzollern family in later generations.
The dream of rulers throughout the ages.
Two flowers bloom, one on each side.
The envoy sent by William to the Kingdom of Sweden was cordially received by King Gustav of Sweden. The Prussian envoy was named Peter Simon Pallas. Pallas was a senior diplomat who had visited many countries on behalf of Prussia.
country. The most important thing is that Pallas and the Swedish king studied together when they were young, and the two formed a deep friendship. So when Rocks suggested to William that Pallas visit Sweden on behalf of Prussia
, William agreed without hesitation.
"Your Majesty, on behalf of my Majesty King William, I would like to extend my sincere blessings to you and the Kingdom of Sweden," Pallas said with a salute in front of Gustav. At this moment, the two of them were in the living room of the Swedish Palace.
"Palas, we haven't seen each other for a long time. You have to stay in Sweden for a while this time. Our old friends want to have a good reunion," Gustav laughed.
"Your Majesty, I have shouldered the sacred mission of our Majesty William. I must complete my mission before I can discuss with you the issues that we are interested in," Pallas said respectfully.
"Oh, I don't know what mission your Majesty William needs you to complete. Please tell me," Gustave said in confusion.
"Your Majesty, I heard that there was some unpleasantness between Sweden and Russia last year," Pallas asked tentatively.
"Yes, last year Russia shamelessly blocked our country's Gulf of Bothnia, and the Czarina shamelessly declared that they had undisputed right to rule Finland." Hearing Pallas mention the scars in his heart, Gu
Stamford said with an unhappy expression.
"Well, Your Majesty, as far as I know, in the Nordic region, Russia often supports those opponents of Sweden and some careerists. Our Majesty, the King of Prussia, has expressed strong condemnation and deep dissatisfaction with this behavior of Russia." Pallas Yi
Speak eloquently
"Oh, but didn't Russia help Prussia win the war in the just-ended Austro-Prussian War?" Gustav asked with interest.
"Your Majesty, we must admit that Russia did play a great role in the victory of the Austro-Prussian War, but all this was under the premise that our country had ceded some of its interests," Pallas said without anger.
"So, you Prussians are also dissatisfied with Russia," Gustav said excitedly as if he had thought of something.
"Of course, our Majesty William believes that the pagans supported by Russia must be resisted by all the Jesus Christ world. His Majesty William is willing to help the Kingdom of Sweden contain the Russians in Eastern Europe." Pallas stated Prussia's conditions
"His Majesty the King of your country is so generous, but he doesn't know what our country has to pay for" Gustave asked, knowing very well that Prussia would not come to help him for no reason.
"Our Majesty believes that Prussia and Sweden have a natural basis for cooperation. Both countries are facing tremendous pressure from Russia and Denmark. The two countries should strengthen cooperation. In the Baltic Sea region, Sweden will help our country curb the threat of the Russian Baltic Fleet, while our country will
The East Prussian region exerts pressure on Russia's Eastern European region." Pallas once again explained the Russian path to Gustav.
"So, your Majesty William wants to form an alliance with our country," Gustav asked.
"Yes, in the Baltic Sea region, Prussia and the Kingdom of Sweden have common interests. If the Kingdom of Sweden wants to develop, it must get rid of its two powerful enemies, Denmark and Russia. Our Majesty the King is very willing to provide help to Sweden." Facts have proved that Pallas is indeed a
An excellent diplomat, this discussion made Gustave very moved.
When Pallas saw Gustave's emotional expression, he struck while the iron was hot and said:
"At the current stage, Russia has achieved hegemony in Eastern Europe, and the Russo-Turkish War that ended not long ago allowed Russia to acquire the vast area on the northern coast of the Black Sea, including the Crimean Peninsula. The Russians will definitely focus their next energy on Northern Europe.
region. As for Denmark, as far as I know, Denmark has always levied high taxes on Swedish merchant ships passing through the Kattegat Strait. Our two countries must unite to face this complicated situation."
"You are right. Pallas, you have moved me very much. Let's do this. I will ask my minister to talk to you carefully. If there is no problem, our country is willing to form an alliance with Prussia." Gustave made up his mind.
determination.
Since the death of the talented Gustavus II Adolf, Sweden has begun to gradually decline. The Great Northern War from 1700 to 1721 even disgraced the Kingdom of Sweden. After the Great Northern War, the Kingdom of Sweden had lost
In order to maintain his position as a voice on European affairs, Gustav always wanted to recreate the power of the Kingdom of Sweden at its peak, but the biggest obstacle standing in front of him was Russia.
William sent Pallas to visit Sweden precisely because he understood Gustav's desire to revive Sweden. Facts have proved that the two countries hit it off. After all, it is an eternal theorem that the enemy of an enemy is a friend.
After that, Pallas met Sven Howe Quaters, the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Sweden. Quaters was a tough nationalist who hated Russia and Denmark. After careful review of Pallas's conditions, he
After confirming that there were no clauses that were unfavorable to Sweden, we signed on behalf of Sweden.
The Purui Alliance Agreement states:
1. Prussia and Sweden formed an alliance. If a third country declared war on one of the countries, it would declare war on the other country.
2. If one of Prussia and Sweden declares war on a third country, the other country must join the war unconditionally.
3. In the Baltic Sea region, Sweden is obliged to assist Prussia in defending against the Russian and Danish fleets.
4. Prussia and Sweden jointly protested against Denmark's tax on ships from various countries passing through the Kattegat Strait.
5. Prussia must ensure that 50,000 troops are stationed in East Prussia at all times to ensure an effective threat to Russia.
6. Prussia will provide Sweden with an interest-free loan of three million marks in silver coins within two years, which Sweden will repay in twenty years.
7. Prussia declared that Finland is the undisputed inherent territory of the Kingdom of Sweden, and any country's intervention is a provocation to Prussia.
8. Prussia sent a regiment of fifty officers to help Sweden train its army.
After the signing of the treaty, both countries were happy. Gustav felt deeply that Russia was under great pressure and had no good response strategy. The Prussian initiative gave Gustav hope to deal with Russia. After that, Gustav
A grand banquet was also held, at which Gustav announced the news of Sweden's alliance with Prussia to all attendees.
When Catherine II of Russia learned that Sweden had formed an alliance with Prussia, she threw the vase in anger. Prussia did not deliver the area of Prussia that Prussia had promised to cede to Poland as scheduled. People urged Prussia to find out.
It’s a messy excuse, and it looks like Prussia is not going to give it.
Prussia also began to renege on its original promise to support Russia's acquisition of the Austrian Poland and Moravia regions. They helped the Austrians to ask Russia for these occupied areas. Of course, according to Catherine II's wishes
Character, how can you spit out the meat you eat in your stomach? But now not only the Prussians, but also the French are beginning to put pressure on Russia, and Russia must make some concessions.
Catherine II was completely disgusted with the little fox William. She gnashed her teeth and screamed at Prussia to give the Prussians a good look, but before she could take action, the little fox took action again, which made Yekaterina II
How could Katerina II not be angry?
Catherine II immediately made a decision. She ordered her ministers to reach a compromise with the Austrians, returning the Moravia area to Austria and allowing the Austrians to redeem the original Austrian Poland area. On the other hand, she sent a special envoy
Visiting Vienna and Denmark, she hoped that the three countries could reach an agreement to fight against the Prussian Alliance.
William was very happy after receiving the report on the completion of Pallas's mission. Of course, there was another happy thing, that is, after Lord North asked George III for instructions, George III agreed to Prussia's proposal after thinking again and again.
Britain can help Prussia defeat the Danish navy, but Prussia must send at least five thousand troops to North America to assist the British army before August this year. Before June next year, Prussia must send no less than two troops to North America.
Thousands of people. In addition, if Prussia obtains Denmark, Prussia must cooperate with Britain to inspect ships traveling in the North Sea. Prussia must unconditionally provide materials to individual countries that may support North America or may have the opposite effect on Britain's counterinsurgency operations in North America.
detained and handed over to the British Government for processing.
Now as long as Prussia gains Denmark, there will be no threat to Prussia's back. William can quietly watch the development of the European situation from the sidelines without having to worry about being attacked from both sides. The value of a broad strategic depth is unimaginable.
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