At the Vienna Peace Conference, the Kingdom of France and Spain agreed to sign the Memorandum of Understanding on the Franco-Spanish Conflict, witnessed by many countries. As the host of the peace conference, Prince Felix, the prime minister of Austria-Hungary, also signed his name on the memorandum. Although there were many twists and turns in the Vienna Peace Conference this time, on the whole, the goal of Austria-Hungary was achieved. The conflict between France and Spain was resolved, and the large-scale war between the two major military alliances was eased.

The Memorandum stipulates that, firstly, the French* troops shall be withdrawn from north-western Spain in a planned manner from the day the Memorandum is signed. Second, the French will Don. Prince Carlos was transferred to the Kingdom of Spain, and France and Great Britain, as well as the countries of the North Atlantic Military Alliance, had to ensure that henceforth they would not attempt to interfere in the internal affairs of the Kingdom of Spain by any means. Of course, this article is almost non-existent. Thirdly, France compensated the Kingdom of Spain for the loss of 10 million Chinese dollars. This money is the responsibility of France and the United Kingdom, and the two countries pay half each. The other two countries within the North Atlantic Military Alliance, the United States and Russia, are already destitute and have no money for their armed forces, not to mention excess spending.

This war also made the North Atlantic military alliance even more dissatisfied in the Kingdom of Spain. Several important areas in the northwest were destroyed by the war, and it was simply impossible for 10 million Chinese dollars to restore these areas. For this reason, the government of the Kingdom of Spain had to spend huge sums of money to pacify the displaced people and restore local production and life. In addition, the Kingdom of Spain began to strengthen its armaments. The income of these years was tilted towards armaments, with the intention of raising the army and navy of the Kingdom of Spain to another level.

After all. If the Kingdom of Spain had a strong military strength, the North Atlantic Military Alliance would not have dared to interfere in the internal affairs of the Kingdom of Spain at all.

Immediately after the Vienna Peace Conference, Queen Isabella II of Spain issued an order to strengthen the military power of the Kingdom of Spain. The total size of the army remained at about 700,000. In addition to the six infantry corps in the United States, 200,000 people. There are still 500,000 people in the country, 14 infantry corps. Naval side. In addition to the current warships, the Kingdom of Spain was actively purchasing more cutting-edge warships from the Chinese Empire.

After a period of negotiations, an agreement was reached between the Chinese Empire and the Kingdom of Spain. The Chinese Empire will be in two years. Sale of two 'Qin-class' battleships, six 'Temperance-class' cruisers and eight 'Tiangang-class' destroyers to the Kingdom of Spain. These warships are all cutting-edge warships of the Imperial Chinese Navy. However, the Kingdom of Spain was originally a hardcore ally of the Chinese Empire. Strengthen the naval power of the Kingdom of Spain. Contribute to the preservation of the interests of the empire in Europe. Of course. By selling these warships, the Chinese Empire also received a very good profit.

The 'Qin-class' battleship cost 6 million Chinese dollars, and the empire offered 10 million Chinese dollars. The 'Solar Terms' cruiser cost 1.2 million Chinese dollars, and the Imperial Armor cost 2 million Chinese dollars. The 'Tiangang-class' destroyer cost 800,000 Chinese dollars, and the empire offered 1.5 million Chinese dollars. Of course. In order to ensure that the advanced technology of the Imperial Navy did not leak out, these warships were specially modified. The basic fire control system and airships were eliminated on the 'Qin-class' battleships. The 'Trotto-class' cruisers and the 'Tiangang-class' destroyers eliminated torpedo tubes. These are the killer features of the empire in future naval battles. Even if it's an ally of the Empire, the Empire won't sell these weapons now!

Queen Isabella II's uncle Don. After Prince Carlos was handed over to the Kingdom of Spain, the fate was also very miserable. Soon the crime of treason was divided by hanging. His heirs, although not all of them were exterminated, were all imprisoned. This made the Carlos Party quickly lose its influence in the Kingdom of Spain, and Queen Isabella II's rule in Spain rose to its peak!

France did not gain much in this war, not only losing tens of thousands of troops, but also paying an indemnity of five million Chinese dollars. In addition, the threat from the south was not lifted, but made the Kingdom of Spain even more hostile to France. It can be said that stealing chickens does not make a handful of rice!

However, even so, the North Atlantic Military Alliance was the big winner of the Vienna Peace Conference. Although the plan of the Spanish side was not able to succeed. However, they won the favor of Austria-Hungary, which was a bonus! With the accession of Austria-Hungary, the strength of the North Atlantic military alliance will become even stronger, and the gap between the North Atlantic military alliance and the Asia-Europe military alliance will be further narrowed. In future wars, they are very likely to be victorious.

Now, of course, Austria-Hungary does not say which side it will join. However, the Austrian Emperor Franz. Joseph I preferred the North Atlantic Military Alliance. This is well known. As a world power of great importance, this attitude of Austria-Hungary will have a great impact on the situation of the whole world.

Austrian Emperor Franz. Joseph I hoped to use the Vienna Peace Conference to increase the influence of Austria-Hungary and increase his prestige within the empire. I have to say that he did succeed. However, he also brought Austria-Hungary closer to the North Atlantic military alliance, which would undoubtedly drag Austria-Hungary into the abyss of war. If the North Atlantic military alliance is defeated, the fate of Austria-Hungary will undoubtedly be very tragic. As a dualist empire, the various states that made up the Austro-Hungarian Empire were inherently fraught with contradictions. One fiasco, enough to tear this empire apart! If, of course, the North Atlantic military alliance can win. Then, the cohesion of Austria-Hungary will also be stronger, making Austria-Hungary truly a powerful empire. Only, is this possible? At a time when the war potential of the Chinese Empire is fully exploded, is there a chance that the North Atlantic Military Alliance will win?

People all over the world are full of expectations for the Vienna Peace Conference, hoping that this peace conference will resolve the contradictions between the two opposing military alliances, ease the crisis, and bring the world out of the shadow of war. However, the Vienna Peace Conference ended victoriously. But the people's expectations were disappointed. This peace conference not only did not alleviate the contradictions between the two major military alliances, but on the contrary made this contradiction even more severe, and it is foreseeable that the confrontation between the two major military alliances will become more acute in the future. Once the contradictions intensify, it is the time when war breaks out!

The war is not far away from the people of the world, but it is getting closer and closer!

"Your Majesty, the Vienna Peace Conference has come to an end. A memorandum of understanding was signed between France and the Kingdom of Spain. Imperial Foreign Minister Wei Yuan will pass through Berlin and then board a ship from the Kingdom of Prussia to return to the Empire! Imperial Prime Minister Lin Zihao said.

"Hmmm! Send a telegram to Wei Yuan, asking him to Berlin, and King Wilhelm I of the Kingdom of Prussia and Prime Minister Otto. Feng. Bismarck had a good talk. The situation is now becoming more and more unfavorable for the Empire, and the Kingdom of Prussia will be the most important ally of the Empire in Europe! Long Yufei said. As Austria-Hungary began to fall into the North Atlantic military alliance, the situation in Europe would become even more dire. The Kingdom of Prussia, as one of the great powers in Europe, would have to take on more responsibility in the event of a war.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Lin Zihao nodded.

"Your Majesty, Austria-Hungary has not yet stated whether it will join the North Atlantic Military Alliance. However, the Austrian Emperor Franz. The attitude of Joseph I was already very obvious. Once Austria-Hungary joins the North Atlantic Military Alliance, several of the Empire's allies in Europe will probably be at a disadvantage. When the time comes, the Empire will probably need to provide them with the best support possible! General Sun Hao, Chief of the General Staff, had a stern face.

The Chinese Empire was so far away from Europe that it was unlikely that the Kingdom of Prussia, Spain, Sardinia, and Belgium would be able to confront Britain, France, Austria, and Russia. Of course, the main forces of Russia will be held back by the Chinese Empire, and the threat they can pose to the Empire's allies is very limited. But even so, a few allies of the empire, the pressure will be great!

"Hmmm! Therefore, we have to be prepared. As soon as the war begins, we need to intensify our offensive against Russia, so that the Russians do not have the extra forces to throw into the European theater. In addition, the Ottoman Turkish Empire was also brought in. In this case, the Russians will not only be unable to support the European theater, but will also have problems with self-preservation. At that time, it will not be Russia that will support the European theater, but Britain, France, Austria and other countries will support Russia. This is very effective in relieving the pressure on our allies! Long Yufei said.

Admiral Sun Hao nodded, because of the geographical location, after the war, Russia will become the target of the empire's key attacks, which is nothing to say. If the Ottoman Turkish Empire can be co-opted and let them join the side of the Eurasian military alliance to fight, this will be very beneficial to the Eurasian military alliance. After all, the Ottoman Turkish Empire and Russia were mortal enemies, and they should not let go of this opportunity!

"In addition, the Imperial Navy was to ensure the safety of the sea transport routes from the Empire to Spain. Once the war began, the Empire's armies and various war materials were transported to Europe by sea. The Empire's allies are under tremendous pressure, so the Empire can only give them a constant blood transfusion! Long Yufei sighed.

In any case, the European battlefield must not collapse, even if it costs a lot, the European theater must continue. Otherwise, the empire will face an attack from the entire Western world. (To be continued......)

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