The Rise of the Empire

"Don't worry about the ship problem. We can find some ships owned by other countries to replace them, even without the help of the Americans." William II said after a moment of contemplation. "I have always wondered why you value the relationship between the United States and Germany so much. Although the United States is a country with great potential, their military strength is not worthy of praise."

"Is it because of the defeat by the Japanese navy? How should I put it? This is completely expected. Except for the British, from now on, no fleet of any powerful country can fight against Japan in the Far East alone. Apart from geographical reasons, The strength of the Japanese navy is also a fact that cannot be ignored. Their performance is much higher than that of the US Navy, and it is better than the Russian Navy.”

"The quality of the U.S. Navy is very problematic, and the size of the U.S. Army is not large, but don't forget that the American industry and population allow his troops to be replenished continuously, and the expansion speed will be very fast. Because they basically have no Being hostile to such a country is terrible because of resource constraints, and if we can't make America our ally in the future, then at least we can't make America our enemy."

"If we look at the current trend, the empire will become more isolated in the future. The isolation of the British is only a temporary situation. As the international situation changes, they will have more and more friends!" Prince Ruprecht looked at full of worries.

"Our relationship with the Russians is very good now, and we are allies with the Austro-Hungarian Empire and Italy, while the British have a bad relationship with France, a hostile relationship with Russia, and a bad relationship with us, so how can the British get What about more allies?" William II said a little puzzled.

"First of all, I need to explain that our environment is also not good. The French are feuds with us, and the relationship between the Russians and us can only be said to be average. The most important thing is that we cannot provide Russia with a large amount of food like France. Under the money offensive of the French, our relationship with the Russians is too fragile. If the Russians experience a major setback and need a large amount of funds to stabilize their finances, we cannot provide them. Then Russia must will fall to France."

"Even if we try our best to maintain the relationship with Russia, it's hard to say that we can avoid the Russia-France alliance. At most, it's just delaying time. I don't think I need to say more about the result of the France-Russia alliance for us? The British There are many conflicts with the French, but they are not irreconcilable. Compared with France, we pose a greater threat to the British."

"On the one hand, it is because our power is stronger. Pursuing the European balance of power is the consistent strategy of the British. On the other hand, the French have gained enough benefits in the whole world, and Britain and France can obtain it through the exchange of interests. Balance and deal with the new empire together. And we simply can't show enough interests for the British to cooperate with us."

"As for our allies? The Austro-Hungarian Empire is our most reliable ally, but the combat power of this ally is very average, far inferior to France and Russia. As for the Italians? I don't think a treaty can tie them to Germany's war In the car, if you look at the history of the unification of the Italians, you will know that they have both sides between France and Austria-Hungary. In essence, they are extreme egoists. If Britain, France and Russia join forces, they are very likely to stand on the side of Britain and France The Russian side, because they feel that this side has a better chance of winning, and the other side offers better conditions!"

His Royal Highness Prince Ruprecht, who is a traveler, is quite clear about the Italian style! Typical fools and absolutely unreliable partners, the weakness in World War 2 was not bad, and the move of directly defecting from the alliance in World War 1 even made the country's reputation zero.

In fact, this situation existed before World War I. During the first Moroccan crisis, Italy chose to support France instead of Germany, which had an alliance. You must know that the Triple Alliance Treaty signed in 1882 defended France. content!

"Your statement has some truth, but I always feel a little alarmist." Although William II gave a feeling of disapproval verbally, judging from his nervous expression, His Royal Highness knew that he had been touched, because the prince What I said is not groundless, and this situation is indeed terrible!

"But there are also conflicts between us and the Americans. The conflicts between the two sides on economic and trade issues in South America are very serious." William II said.

"Purely economic contradictions can be coordinated. After all, the United States is a big country with very rich resources. We can completely balance the trade conflict between the two sides by purchasing raw materials and minerals from the United States. The problem in South America is not impossible to discuss. The economy can be Coordinated. The most important thing is that the United States is also unprecedentedly isolated. If possible, I hope that the conflict between the United States and Britain and Japan can continue.”

It is impossible for countries to say that there is no conflict at all, but some contradictions can be coordinated, such as Britain and France, and some contradictions cannot be coordinated, such as France and Germany. According to the prince, in this plane, the hatred between Americans and Britain and Japan is the biggest good news after time travel. As long as Germany's foreign policy is not particularly bad, it is very possible for the United States to be neutral in World War I. And as long as the United States is neutral? hehe....... Everything is no problem!

"Even if we take a step back and don't consider future strategic issues, we still need American funds and manpower to develop the colony. The area of ​​our colony has doubled! This is both an opportunity and a challenge for us. If I'm not mistaken, the accounts of our colonies in Africa are still in the red, right?" said the prince.

"Africa's colonies have the potential to be developed and are a very good source of raw materials. However, capital and manpower are needed. This aspect is an opportunity and a challenge for the empire. If you can't develop it in a short time, why not bring in external forces? Americans The funds and some products are what we need. It is a good way to cooperate with them, because in this world, we can no longer find such a partner who is far away from us and at the same time quite complementary to us," said the prince .

"Then how can we ensure that the Americans will not take the opportunity to take a share in Africa? And how can we ensure that they can follow the agreement?" Prince William seemed to be persuaded, but there was still a trace of concern.

"First, we divide this plan into two steps, and second, we have what the Americans want!" the prince said confidently.

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