The political concept of the alliance between Britain, France and the Austrians actually appeared several years ago after the arms race between Britain, France and the Austrians.

The Royal Navy failed to complete the two strong standards in the arms race. The knowledgeable people in the British government believed that continuing to confront each other would likely lead to the alliance between France and the Austrians, which was not in the interests of Britain.

Some people proposed the alliance between the three countries, attempting to use the form of a covenant to restrain France and Austria and expand their arms, while establishing Britain's world hegemony and establishing an international order with Britain as the core.

This plan is obviously too ideal because the conflict between the interests of the Three Kingdoms, the concept is always a concept and cannot become a reality.

To this day, France and the Austrians do not recognize that the British are the world overlords. No one wants to be down. The people of France and the Austrians are also full of arrogance, and no one can stand it just for face.

You can see that it is internationally recognized that the three-legged squad between Britain, France and the Austrians. The British have advantages in the navy and economic advantages, but they are far from the army.

Originally, in the era of maritime power, the ocean overlord was the world overlord. However, the world center of this era was in the European continent, and France and Austria had a greater influence on the mainland.

The eldest brother can't suppress the second brother, and the third brother's era, the overlord status becomes nameless. No, even this "name" has not been recognized by the world.

Not long ago, the London government suddenly decided to promote the alliance between the Three Kingdoms. In addition to dismantling the French-Australia alliance, it also wanted to make the title of world hegemony worthy of its name.

When Britain, France and the Austrians formed an alliance, the boss of the alliance was naturally the world overlord. This is not just a false name, but also a series of interests.

With this name, the British can gain benefits more easily when expanding overseas, and France and Austria can also gain benefits, but they are not as big as the British.

One of the biggest interests is currency hegemony. The title of the world overlord will undoubtedly greatly increase the status of the pound and can crush ASCH and Francs into world currencies in one fell swoop.

The three-country alliance involved a wide range of interests, and soon after the negotiations began, it was deadlocked. The sudden outbreak of the British-British war made the alliance even more out of reach.

Many people breathed a sigh of relief, especially Berlin and St. Petersburg. Once Britain, France and the Austrians formed an alliance, there would be no chance for them.

Everyone knew that behind the British-British War was the game between Britain and Austria. Everyone's eyes surrendered to Vienna and London, and wanted to see how the two countries reacted.

The result is very regrettable. The Vienna government is as if nothing had happened and the London government did not respond.

This is just the view of the outside world. In fact, the London government is not calm. The conflict with Austria at this time has affected their prior plans.

Since the war has broken out, it is too late to say anything. Britain also needs face and it is impossible to retreat because it is afraid of Austria.

Prime Minister Benjamin Disraelli has given Governor Delphi an unhelpful evaluation in his heart. Of course, if the war is won, this evaluation will still change.

It has nothing to do with right or wrong, mainly because the timing of the action is wrong. If the Portuguese are won over and the two companies join forces to expel the Austrians from South Africa, then everything is worth it.

Without this, it would be a bit unworthy of the loss just to take action for the two Boer republics.

The gold mines in Transvaal and Orange Free State have not been discovered yet, and the diamond mines are just beginning to show their strength. However, the current price of diamonds is not high, and this little benefit is not enough to touch Prime Minister Benjamin.

These are all secondary, the key is that the London government is not sure of winning. It is natural to face the Boers alone, but Austria's participation changes.

Everyone is in the same circle, and they basically know how many methods the other party has. They can change into a military uniform and appear on the battlefield, which is not something they have never played before.

It is not so much a Bourne Republic, but now it is a German Republic. Even if you get tens of thousands of Austrian troops in, it is not a play.

In the inland areas, both sides have great logistical pressure, and no one can say that they have many advantages.

The trouble is that Austria has too much advantage on the African continent and has a steady stream of troops to replenish its forces, which makes Prime Minister Benjamin Disrael feel unsure.

Prime Minister Benjamin asked straight to the point: "Sir Louis, what do you think of the Boers' war?"

There is no doubt that the Colonial Department was involved in this war. Otherwise, Governor Delphi would not be able to organize an army of 30,000.

Colonial expansion means wealth. No matter whether the government loses or makes a profit, the individuals or companies involved will always make a lot of money.

Behind this war, interest groups are also promoting that the diamond mines in the Boer Republic are not enough to tempt the London government, but enough to tempt the colonists in South Africa.

A few years ago, the South African colonial company rushed too fast and had a series of armed conflicts with the Austrian colonial team. In the end, it was really impossible to hold on and the two governments intervened.

This time they are the main force in promoting this British-British war, and it has nothing to do with hatred. Anyway, they are all thugs at the bottom, and there is no talk of blood hatred between the top leaders.

The main reason is that the surrounding expansion roads were blocked. If they didn't attack the Bour Republic, they would have to go to Namibia to eat sand.

There was no mineral sale in Namibia in this era. European colonists came here as early as the 15th century and left.

There is no way, the semi-desert climate is that even if you want to farm, there is no output, and the investment and output of mining are not proportional to the output.

Apart from being suitable for fishing, it seems that there is no income. South African colonial companies also have their pursuits. Just stay in the local area to be fishermen. Why do you travel thousands of miles to South Africa?

The bureaucrats in the colony knew very well that if they didn't do it, they would never have the chance to do it. They came to the colony to make a fortune, not to live a life of scattering life.

There are so many people who want to fight, have ideals and aspirations in Governor Delphi, so they naturally follow the good.

The British Colonial Department will naturally not undermine the enthusiasm of the people below. If they win, they will have their credit, and if they lose, they will just blame Governor Delphi.

Sir Louis, the Minister of Colonial, was not a member of the cabinet of this term, and was not a member of the same person as Prime Minister Benjamin. His rise to power was the result of compromise between the parties, so it would not be surprising to delay the reporting time.

Louis said nonsense: "His Excellency Prime Minister, I just learned about this matter. Our telegram lines in South Africa are not very stable, and the last report had a lot of content.

Judging from the current situation, the progress of the front line is still very smooth. The telegram said that our army had advanced hundreds of miles forward, and the Boers were about to collapse.

If the Austrians don't participate, I think there is no problem in winning this war, and now I can prepare a celebration banquet for our young men."

Prime Minister Benjamin glared at him fiercely, and had a decision in his heart. It would be fine if the war was won. If he lost, let the annoying guy in front of him get out.

As a close confidant Foreign Minister, McLean immediately retorted: "Sir Louis, your speculation is based on possible circumstances, and the reality may be the opposite.

Until now, our Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not protested from Austrians. I believe no one would think that the Vienna government would not even dare to protest, right?"

There is no movement, this is the worst result. If the Austrians protest strongly, it means that the matter is still within control and can be resolved using diplomatic means.

Now that the Vienna government is silent, it must be a big move. The British-British War has evolved into an English-Austrian confrontation, and even a local war breaks out.

Benjamin sarcastically said, "Since the Colonial Department is ready, you will be responsible for this war, and our cabinet will fully cooperate."

"The Cabinet cooperates with the Colonial Ministry." If this is said, it will definitely be on the front page of the London newspaper. Things that are reversed by the primary and secondary are rarely happening in Britain.

Louis's face changed, why could he not hear the implication? However, this war was indeed not approved by the cabinet, although this was normal operation and legal act during colonial expansion.

But in this case, the cabinet does not need to be responsible for the war, and the Ministry of Colonial and the Cape Town Colonial Government have to bear all the responsibility.

This is not what Louis wants. He can take the credit together, but the responsibility should be taken by the colonial officials. He doesn't want to tie himself to them.

This is the survival instinct of a politician. If you don’t shirk responsibility, then don’t do things. Do more and make mistakes, this is the inevitable result.

Louis hurriedly shirked: "Prime Minister, this war was a complete accident, and our Colonial Department was not aware of it in advance. For the specific situation, let's wait for the detailed report of the Governor of Cape Town!

Since the Austrians have been determined to intervene, we must take more active measures. If the navy can block the enemy's coastline, the war will be stable."

Seeing that the fire was on his head, the Secretary of Navy Robert sarcastically said, "Sir Louis, you don't know that the two Boer republics are landlocked countries. Which port do you want the Royal Navy to block?"

Although the Royal Navy is the most powerful navy in the world, they are not omnipotent. At least they cannot do it if they want to block the Boer Republic.

Open the map and you will know that the Boers have bordered the Austrian African colonies. To blockade them, they must blockade the Austrian Africa. The coastline is not too long, just a few thousand kilometers.

If the Austrian Navy did not exist and the Royal Navy was dispatched collectively, it would have been almost done. This would require the cooperation of the French and the Portuguese, otherwise the capitalists would not mind the long journey.

For a continent, the so-called blockade is a joke. At least in the 19th century, except for the innate Antarctica and Australia, other continents are not afraid of blockades.

Don’t think that there is no industry on the African continent, and you will think that industry cannot be established. Some people have resources and technology. As long as the Vienna government is willing, a primary industrial system can be born within two or three years.

Looking at the embarrassed Louis, Benjamin's anger disappeared a lot, and it was time to deal with the aftermath.

Otherwise, if they really lose the war, their cabinet would not have a good life. No matter how clean the blame is, an incompetent hat will still not be taken off.

Many times, ridiculous policies are released, not because politicians don’t know about it, but because they have to do it for their own interests.

Benjamin said seriously: "Okay, Sir Louis. Your colonial department should come up with a combat plan as soon as possible. We must win this war."

They are still somewhat sure of fighting in South Africa. The Austrian forces have just entered the country for not long, and they have been operating in the local area for decades.

The forces that can be invested in the local area are far more than those that Austria can invest. As long as the speed is fast enough, the war may end before Austrian reinforcements arrive.

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The snipe and clam fight, and the fisherman gained profits. Seeing that Britain and Austria were about to start, Napoleon III was not willing to be lonely. While cheering for the Vienna government, he also accelerated the pace of expansion in the Italian region.

The game between Britain and Austria in South Africa has restrained most of the energy of the two countries, which has created a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the French.

At this moment, no one had the strength to interfere in their annexation of the Italian region. There was no need to say that the negotiations would be stronger.

Since the outbreak of the British-British War, the French have increased their troops in Italian states, and the threat has been fully revealed.
Chapter completed!