The Crown Prince of China, Wang Zirui, and the Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary signed a secret treaty, which is equivalent to China giving the Austria-Hungary Empire a security guarantee! The Austria-Hungary Empire can continue to confront Germany in Europe without fear of the threat of Germany! Although, this is not good for China
It is said that it is equivalent to adding another burden, a pig-like teammate, far more terrifying than a god-like opponent! That is why China requires that if the Austro-Hungarian Empire is invaded by other countries other than Germany, or the Austro-Hungarian Empire
China has the right to remain neutral when invading other countries!
The Austro-Hungarian Empire has never been a peaceful country, and Archduke Ferdinand, the crown prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, is also an ambitious guy! After receiving China's security commitment, the Austro-Hungarian Empire can expand more unscrupulously! For example, the Austro-Hungarian Empire has always
The Balkans are all very interested! In the last world war, the Kingdom of Serbia almost joined the Allied Powers in fighting
, but later China launched a military attack on Italy, which effectively shocked other countries along the Mediterranean coast. The Kingdom of Serbia and the Kingdom of Greece, which were interested in joining the Allied Powers, announced that they would continue to remain neutral! However, there was no conflict between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Kingdom of Serbia.
There is a big contradiction. It can be predicted that after Archduke Ferdinand succeeds to the throne, he will definitely take some actions against the Kingdom of Serbia!
When the Austro-Hungarian Empire expanded to the Balkans, it encountered strong resistance from the Yugoslavs, who were mainly Serbian, and therefore regarded Serbia as a thorn in its side. If Serbia had not been holding high the banner of the Yugoslavs, the entire Balkans would have been annexed by the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
At the beginning of the 20th century, Serbia, which had got rid of the rule of the Turks, became increasingly powerful in the Balkans and became the core of the southern Slavs' opposition to foreign rule and their struggle for national unity.
The Slavs in Sonia and Herzegovina strongly demanded to get rid of the rule of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, merge with Serbia, and establish a unified Yugoslav country. The development of the Yugoslav national unity movement centered on Serbia brought the rule of the Habsburg Dynasty to
The people were extremely uneasy. Therefore, the Austro-Hungarian Empire stepped up preparations for war with the goal of destroying Serbia. It was Archduke Ferdinand and the Chief of General Staff of the Austro-Hungarian Empire who presided over the formulation of the war plan to invade Serbia.
Von Hertzendorf. At that time, anti-Austro-Austro-Hungarian propaganda and patriotic groups had appeared in Serbia. In 1908, the "National Defense Council" was established, and in 1911, the "Black Hand" (also known as "Unification or Failure") was established.
"Death"). These two organizations were influenced by the anarchist trends in Europe represented by Bakunin and Kropotkin. The "National Defense Association" advocated guerrilla warfare to prevent the Austro-Hungarian Empire from annexing Serbia, and recruited and trained volunteer troops
."
The Black Hand "advocates taking terrorist actions, and its goal is to "realize national ideas and unify all Serbian nations." The Black Hand's activities are single-line contact, secret activities, absolute obedience, and courage to sacrifice. The leader of this organization is Serbia
Colonel Dragutin Timitrievich, Director of Intelligence of the General Staff Headquarters. At the beginning of the 20th century, there were many assassinations in the Balkans, and many young patriots committed themselves to carry out these terrorist activities.
If the First World War had not broken out, the Austro-Hungarian Empire might have already gone to war with the Kingdom of Serbia! However, the conflict between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Kingdom of Serbia was not eliminated because of the world war, but intensified! Now
The Austro-Hungarian Empire was more powerful than before the outbreak of the world war.
In order to become stronger, this also made Archduke Ferdinand, the Crown Prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and the upper-class nobles of the Austro-Hungarian Empire once again have a sharp increase in their ambitions for the Balkan Peninsula. As Germany continued to expand outwards, the Austro-Hungarian Empire obviously could no longer bear it.
Live, and the Balkan Peninsula is definitely the direction of the Austro-Hungarian Empire’s next expansion!
Kaiser Wilhelm II arrived in Vienna on June 30! The third day, July 2, was the funeral of Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria! In order to welcome Kaiser Wilhelm II’s arrival
Vienna, Archduke Ferdinand of the Austro-Hungarian Empire led the nobles of the Austro-Hungarian Empire
They went to the train station to greet Wilhelm II in person. However, the Chinese Crown Prince Wang Zirui did not attend the greeting for some excuses, which made the German Crown Prince Friedrich very dissatisfied! Especially at the banquet a few days ago, he was invited by the Chinese Crown Prince Wang Zirui
The severe slap in the face made him extremely ashamed and angry!
In addition to the nobles of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the monarchs from various European countries who had rushed to Vienna also went to the train station to greet William II! Germany is now the second largest country in the world and the most powerful in Europe.
In the country, in the whole of Europe, no one dares to despise William II! The majesty of William II made Archduke Ferdinand very envious and jealous. He hoped that one day, the Austro-Hungarian Empire could replace Germany and become the dominant force in Europe and even the entire Western world.
The overlord!
At 9 o'clock in the morning, Wilhelm II's special train entered the Vienna train station. Then, Kaiser Wilhelm II got off the train! Dressed in military uniform, Wilhelm II looked so heroic that people dared not look directly at him, and
I couldn't help but feel the deep thought of worshiping in my heart!
"Your Majesty, welcome to Vienna!" Archduke Ferdinand took a few steps and shook hands with William II.
"Your Royal Highness, Crown Prince, please express your condolences! The death of His Majesty Joseph I is a huge loss for the entire and even the world! I believe that the Austro-Hungarian Empire will get better and better under the leadership of His Royal Highness, Crown Prince!"
"William II said!
After that, William II met with the monarchs of various European countries and the nobles of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Then William II went to the place where he stayed, the German Embassy in the Austro-Hungarian Empire! Archduke Ferdinand, the Crown Prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, was once again there
Belverdi Palace held a dinner to welcome the arrival of William II! This time, the Chinese Crown Prince Wang Zirui attended the dinner and paid a courtesy to William II. After all, William II belonged to Wang Yuze's generation, and Wang Zirui was in William II's family.
In front of the world, he is completely a junior!
At the dinner, Wang Zirui and William II had a cordial conversation. From their demeanor, it seemed that there was no big contradiction between China and Germany. Especially at the dinner a few days ago, Wang Zirui was fierce
Let Crown Prince William lose face!
The dinner lasted until 11 o'clock in the middle of the night. After that, Wang Zirui and others returned to the embassy. The monarchs and nobles from various European countries also returned to their residences! However, at 12 o'clock in the middle of the night, the German Embassy in the Austro-Hungarian Empire
The lights are still bright. Kaiser Wilhelm II, Crown Prince of Germany
Friedrich, German Foreign Minister Stresemann, and German allies, King George V of the United Kingdom, Tsar Nicholas II, King Vittorio Emanuele III of the Kingdom of Italy, and King of Spain
Alfonso XIII and King Manuel II of Portugal all gathered here!
"I know all about the conflict between you and the Chinese a few days ago! However, in my opinion, this is very unwise! China is now at its peak, and even if we add up, it is not enough to defeat China.
, it is completely unnecessary to provoke China now! In addition, this is Vienna, the funeral of Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I, and causing trouble at Archduke Ferdinand’s banquet will make Archduke Ferdinand and the Austro-Hungarian Empire
The nobles are very dissatisfied!" Kaiser Wilhelm II said with a serious face!
Crown Prince William has lowered his head and remained silent. The monarchs of several other countries also looked a little unnatural! Once upon a time, they were equal to William II, but now, they have been reprimanded by William II, and
They can't refute it yet! This change makes them feel very uncomfortable!
"Yes, Father, we were too reckless this time!" Crown Prince William quickly admitted his mistake.
"However, Father! At the dinner that night, Archduke Ferdinand and the Crown Prince of China left midway. They must have carried out some unknown conspiracy! I think this is most likely to be against Germany.
, we must find a way to find out what agreement China and the Austro-Hungarian Empire have reached secretly!" Crown Prince William said!
"Well! I will let the intelligence agencies pay attention! The Austro-Hungarian Empire is getting closer and closer to the Chinese, and Archduke Ferdinand's ambitions are getting bigger and bigger. He will not be willing to join the new system led by Germany.
! Therefore, we have to prepare early!" William II said.
The monarchs of other European countries also nodded.
"Germany hopes that we can establish a military alliance to jointly deal with the threat from China!" German Foreign Minister Stresemann said!
For Germany's proposal, the monarchs of various European countries have agreed! Although this may lead to hostility from China and bring greater pressure! However, only when everyone unites can we fight against China and avoid being defeated by China one by one!
The monarchs of various countries agreed to start negotiations on the military alliance after the affairs of the Austro-Hungarian Empire were over this time!
On July 2, the funeral of Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I was officially held, and Vatican Pope Benedict XV personally presided over the funeral. Benedict XV declared that Franz Joseph I was a great emperor and a great emperor.
He made outstanding contributions to the development and peace of the entire world, and claimed that Franz Joseph I will definitely go to heaven!
After the funeral, Kaiser Wilhelm II left Vienna and returned to Germany to prepare for the military alliance!
Half a month later, on July 17, Archduke Ferdinand, the Crown Prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, was crowned by Pope Benedict XV in Vienna and officially ascended the throne, becoming the Emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, known as Ferdinand I!
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