The Rise of the Empire

"I think His Majesty should have consulted the admirals on the issue of the Austro-Hungarian Navy. You should already know their opinions. The Austro-Hungarian fleet in the Adriatic Sea has absolutely no future, but if it can enter the Black Sea If so, it will be of great significance in securing our supplies from Turkey and the blockade against the Russians."

"If I command the Allied Powers Corps, then after the east and west lines are temporarily stabilized, a landing campaign against Istanbul will definitely be launched. As long as the Allied Powers can open the Dardanelles and enter the Black Sea, it will be disastrous for us. As a result, the manpower and depth of the Russians combined with the guns of the British and French will make the whole war situation worsen. For this alone, I think, the issue of cooperation between the two navies should be considered."

"More importantly, in addition to ensuring the blockade of Russia, we can also completely suppress the Black Sea Fleet. At this time, when the Black Sea Fleet is at its weakest, we can easily gain control of the Black Sea, and even land directly in Ukraine. Possibly, at that time, Ukrainian food will be an important boost to us."

In fact, the prince is not very optimistic about controlling Ukraine and obtaining food during the war. He can get some, but how much is a problem. But after all, it is a report for the above, if there is no temptation, how can the Kaiser accept it?

The prince felt that his report was well-founded and well-founded, and that he would definitely get the support of the Admiralty, so he sent it out with confidence. The Kaiser was also straightforward. The telegram was sent back on the third day, and the content was actually It was also very straightforward: "What if the Austro-Hungarian Empire disagrees?"

"That depends on what price Germany plans to offer." The prince said leisurely. If there is not enough interest, the Austro-Hungarian Empire will naturally not agree. It is enough for the Austro-Hungarian Empire to agree to help Germany temporarily resist the Russian attack on the Eastern Front. How can people agree so easily?

And this matter, the prince is also embarrassed to come forward, after all, he is the son-in-law of Emperor Fritz, so he should avoid suspicion at this time. So in the call back to the Kaiser, it was only mentioned that some benefits around the Black Sea could be promised to the Austro-Hungarian Empire when the situation permitted.

"Give some benefits to the Austro-Hungarian Empire?" The Kaiser read the telegram and said to himself while handing the telegram to the German Prime Minister Bernhard von Baulow next to him. "Perhaps it is time to promise some favors to Fritz." So far, Germany has only made Austria-Hungary obligated, but it has not said what benefits it will give to the Eastern and Western Fronts in the future. The western front is close to Germany, and Austria-Hungary cannot touch it, so naturally there is no benefit. What about the Eastern Front?

"The eastern front is nothing more than three main territories, Russian Poland, the Baltic coast, and Western Ukraine. From a geographical point of view, Russian Poland is close to Germany and Austria, and we are bound to share here. The Baltic countries have no The Hungarian Empire borders, and we can eat it. As for Western Ukraine? How should I put it? Although we border it, we are too far away here, and it is difficult to control it, but it is closer to the Austro-Hungarian Empire.” Prime Minister Biao Luo also has Without saying a word, that is, he is not sure that the German Army has the ability to eat Western Ukraine.

"What about the Transcaucasus region? Do you really have no idea at all? That is the largest oil-producing region in the world besides the United States!" The Kaiser looked at the map and asked directly without turning around.

"It's too far away, and I think that even if the empire solves the western front, it is absolutely impossible to reach the Caucasus!" Prime Minister Biao Luo said after thinking for a while.

"That is to say,

Parts of Western Ukraine are rewards for the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but the Caucasus is a blank check? "The Kaiser said thoughtfully.

"It can be understood in this way. I think that since Ruprecht believes that the addition of the Austro-Hungarian fleet has the ability to improve the war situation in the entire Ukraine and the Caucasus, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire will also fight on the Eastern Front in the future, then promise these areas Give it to them, we always want our allies to share some benefits, don't we?"

According to the German plan, the Baltic Sea coast and later generations of Belarus are Germany's favorites, and most of Russian Poland is also in Germany's pocket, but after this war, the allies must not be lost at all ? So after much deliberation, I decided that the land of Western Ukraine is good, it is big enough, and it is not easy for Germany to control it. It is good to throw it to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Caucasus? From the Prime Minister's point of view, it's just a joke. If you have the ability, you can take it yourself!

Western Ukraine in this era and Western Ukraine in later generations are not the same concept. Geographically speaking, the Austro-Hungarian Empire originally controlled part of the territory of Western Ukraine in later generations, so this area is smaller. It is relatively far away from Germany, and most of them are agricultural areas with a large population, which is not easy to control. Germany is not very interested, so the Kaiser also agrees to hand over these tasteless areas to his allies.

"Well then, you can contact the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the name of the empire, Ukraine and the Caucasus, as much as they can occupy will be theirs!" The Kaiser made a decision.

"Then what about the Turks?" the Prime Minister asked after thinking for a while.

"Turkey? The deserts in the Middle East are not enough for them to occupy? There are also colonies in North Africa. As long as we win, we will force Italy to give up." For the Kaiser, the Austro-Hungarian Empire is an important partner, and can even Said the only ally that was okay. So it must be kept, and enough benefits must be given to win over. As for Turkey? Then I can only hehe. If it weren't for Ruprecht's insistence, the Kaiser would not even consider giving Turkey help and support.

"What's more, deploying the fleet of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to Istanbul is also a move to support Turkey to a certain extent. From this point alone, they have no reason to object. We are helping him, but also giving them benefits. ?” said the Kaiser.

"Okay, I will immediately contact the ambassador of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to convey your opinion. In addition, who is better to help the Austro-Hungarian Empire build a navy?" the prime minister asked.

"Do you need to ask this question? Naturally, he is the good son-in-law of King Fritz. He is the best choice no matter from the point of view of Germany or the Austro-Hungarian Empire." The Kaiser said with a smile.

"That's right. I think Emperor Fritz would agree with that too. But that prince may be very busy recently." The prime minister said with a smile.

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