Chapter 235 Visit to Austria

In addition to a simple reminiscence, Carlo and Garibaldi also talked about his two sons, Menotti and Giotti.

It must be admitted that Garibaldi has a rich resume, and his two sons have followed him around the country and exercised quite good abilities.

Carlo plans to let Garibaldi's eldest son Menotti serve as the Minister of Royal Affairs in the Spanish Cabinet. This is Carlo's confidant in the cabinet. If Carlo does not attend the cabinet meeting, the Minister of Royal Affairs will directly represent Carlo.

This can fully reflect Carlo's reuse of Menotti. Although the Minister of Royal Affairs does not have much real power, in terms of status and influence, it is not inferior to any cabinet minister.

Garibaldi's second son Giotti currently serves as the commander-in-chief of the Spanish Royal Guards and concurrently serves as the commander of the Guards Division.

Although the commander-in-chief of the Royal Guards is just a nominal position established by Carlo in order to control the Spanish Military Commission, no one dares to be sure whether the Guards will expand in the future.

As the commander-in-chief of the Guards, Jyoti is definitely Carlo's confidant. Before the local officers trusted by Carlo are trained to the level of division commander, Jyoti will continue to serve as the commander of the Guards Division.

But it is certain that when the local officers of Spain have sufficient qualifications in the future, the commander of the Guards Division will definitely be replaced.

Although Carlo trusts Jyoti enough, it is not a good thing for an officer to stay in a certain position for too long.

The Guards is the private army of Carlo and the royal family, and only the royal family and Carlo can control this army. Of course, Carlo will not add insult to injury to Jyoti who helped him in the early stage.

Even if Jyoti is to step down as the commander of the Guards Division and the commander-in-chief of the Guards, his new position must be at a higher level, such as the Chief of Staff of the Spanish Ministry of Defense, the Minister of Defense, etc.

Garibaldi is still concerned about his two sons. After learning that his two sons performed quite well, Garibaldi was also very pleased.

As early as the period of seclusion, Garibaldi knew that he would never be reused by the Italian royal family. In addition to Garibaldi's early record of supporting the Republic, Garibaldi's high reputation in Italy is also an important reason.

No ruler likes a character who is too powerful to be a threat to the ruler, and this has been the case since ancient times.

In Spain, Garibaldi is just an ordinary foreigner, and his two sons will naturally not get any reputation bonus.

In addition, Garibaldi has a good impression of Carlo, which is why he is willing to let his two sons go to Spain instead of staying in Italy to serve.

At present, his choice is very correct. Both sons have been reused in Spain, and they can also give the Garibaldi family a new life in Spain.

On Caprera Island, Carlo and Garibaldi had a very pleasant conversation, and then they returned to Rome on a warship.

Because King Umberto's coronation ceremony was held in half a year, Carlo did not plan to stay in Italy to waste time.

Before leaving, Carlo had a complete plan and decided to visit some European countries.

In addition to Italy, the first destination, Carlo also visited Austria-Hungary, Germany and France.

In fact, according to the current cooperative relationship between Spain and Russia, Russia can also be included in the list of visits.

But considering that his father-in-law Franz Joseph I did not have a good relationship with the Russians, Carlo finally removed the Russians from the list.

Anyway, the Russians have been fighting recently, and Tsar Alexander II has been on the expedition himself, so there is really no need to visit Russia.

Austria-Hungary is an ally of Spain, and it is necessary to visit Austria-Hungary. As for why Germany and France are included, it is mainly to make France feel a sense of crisis by visiting Germany, so as to gain more benefits from France.

Carlo has a relatively thorough understanding of the current situation in Europe. Logically speaking, Germany and Austria-Hungary are allies, and they are also allies with Italy. Based on the principle that friends of friends are also friends, Spain and Germany should also conclude an alliance.

But in fact, at this time, the alliance between Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy is more of a diplomatic policy, and getting close to Russia is Germany's active choice.

Now is not the First World War, France and Russia are not united, and Germany is more of a wooing of Russia.

More importantly, although Germany's industry has developed rapidly during this period, Germany, like Spain at this time, is a powerful country with little money.

Even if Spain and Germany signed an alliance, the support that Germany could give to Spain was really limited, far less attractive than the francs that the wealthy French leaked from their fingers.

Spain is a straw for France to get rid of Germany's isolation policy. When the straw is still there, the French must want to grab this straw desperately.

But if the straw breaks, it is hard to say how crazy the French will be. After all, France was once the hegemon of Europe, and its comprehensive strength crushed Spain.

Carlo didn't want Spain to face the French front head-on. It would be better to get more benefits from France with a neutral attitude.

Of course, if the French gave more, it would not be impossible to sign an alliance with the French. Anyway, the Germans couldn't beat them. Even if France and Spain signed an alliance, it would still be France that faced Germany head-on.

Carlo did not ask for much during this visit to France. It would be great if he could get another 500 million francs loan from France.

If he could get some industrial support, plus the cooperation with Austria-Hungary and Italy, Spain would surely develop rapidly in the next ten years.

Thinking of this, Carlo was more looking forward to the visit.

Although he came to Italy in a hurry, Carlo also brought several foreign ministers and many important government officials. The purpose of their coming was to help Carlo conclude an agreement with other European countries.

On January 15, 1878, after staying in Rome for a few days, Carlo took a train from Italy to Austria with a group of diplomatic officials.

Before departure, the Spanish government had sent telegrams to the countries that needed to be visited, and these countries also formally sent Carlo a letter of invitation to visit.

Because of this, the journey from Italy to Austria was quite smooth. Except for changing a train halfway, there were no other troubles.

The train went all the way and finally arrived in Vienna, the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

At the Vienna train station, the Austro-Hungarian Empire had already organized a grand welcome ceremony.

In addition to the officials of the Spanish government, the visitors also included Carlo, the King of Spain, which was enough for the Austro-Hungarian Empire to pay attention to.

What's more, Carlo was the son-in-law of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and he was half of its own.

In addition to the main officials of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the Crown Prince Rudolf, who had previously attended the funeral of Vittorio Emanuele II, was responsible for welcoming Carlo at the train station.

Crown Prince Rudolf has come of age, and in recent years he has begun to frequently participate in various diplomatic activities on behalf of Franz Joseph I.

After all, Franz Joseph was the emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and it was impossible for the emperor to participate in all diplomatic activities in person.

Although Crown Prince Rudolf was a little young, he was less than 20 years old at most. But considering that Carlo was only 7 years older than Rudolf, it was appropriate for young people to receive young people.

As the brother-in-law of Crown Prince Rudolf, Carlo had a good relationship with Rudolf. When Carlo first met Rudolf, he was just a teenager.

More importantly, Queen Sophie grew up with Archduchess Gisela, Crown Prince Rudolf and others, and there was a deep friendship between the three of them, which made Rudolf closer to Carlo, his brother-in-law.

Seeing Carlo walk out of the train compartment, Crown Prince Rudolf took the lead and said to Carlo with a smile: "Welcome to Vienna, Your Majesty Carlo."

"Okay, Rudolf. Let's not be too restrained between the two of us. Just call me brother-in-law." Carlo smiled and shook hands with Rudolf. He still wanted to have a good relationship with his brother-in-law.

The old emperor Franz Joseph I was still very capable, but unfortunately his only son Rudolf died young, causing the Austro-Hungarian Empire to lose its heir early.

In the end, Franz Joseph I could only let his nephew serve as the crown prince, that is, the famous Crown Prince Ferdinand.

What's more regrettable is that Rudolf's death was not caused by an unknown disease, but by his love suicide with his mistress.

It is worth mentioning that before Rudolf's mistress Maria Alexandrina von Wechera became the mistress of Crown Prince Rudolf, Mary's mother Elena once suggested to Crown Prince Rudolf that they should have an extramarital affair, but was rejected by Crown Prince Rudolf.

Unexpectedly, Elena's daughter Mary was finally favored by Crown Prince Rudolf, but Crown Prince Rudolf also lost the opportunity to accept both mother and daughter.

It has to be admitted that younger girls are more attractive to Crown Prince Rudolf. Before the two became lovers, Crown Prince Rudolf was 30 years old, and his lover Baroness Mary was only 17 years old.

Of course, it is still a long time before Crown Prince Rudolf commits suicide for love, and the story may not develop into such an ending.

Hearing what Carlo said, Rudolf naturally stopped being polite, nodded and said with a smile: "Welcome to Vienna, brother-in-law. Father is waiting for you at Schönbrunn Palace, and has personally prepared a welcome banquet for you in the evening."

Carlo nodded with a smile, and said with a smile: "Let's go, first visit His Majesty Franz Joseph, and discuss political work another day."

No mistake, one song, one post, one content, one 6, one 9, one book, one bar, one look!

Although diplomatic visits are inseparable from negotiations between the two countries' cooperation, these are obviously not what Carlo wants to do. At most, Carlo and Franz Joseph I have confirmed some major aspects of cooperation. As for the negotiations on small details, officials from the two countries have to deepen discussions based on the interests of the two countries.

Although there are many people coming to the train station to welcome Carlo, the real welcome ceremony was held in Schönbrunn Palace.

After all, he is the ruler of a powerful country, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire still attaches great importance to this. Moreover, the Austro-Hungarian Empire currently also needs Spain's diplomatic support, which is one of the reasons why they attach too much importance to Carlo.

Carlo has certainly been to Schönbrunn Palace, but every time he comes, he is amazed by its size and luxury.

Of course, the Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain is no worse. But after all, he has lived in the Royal Palace in Madrid for several years. Compared with the seldom visited Schönbrunn Palace, the Royal Palace in Madrid is already familiar to Carlo.

In fact, Carlo has the idea of ​​building other palaces in the outskirts of Madrid. Although the Madrid Palace is the three major palaces in Europe, there is a little inconvenience for travel and travel because of the center of Madrid.

To build a new palace in the suburbs of Madrid, it can be given to their children in the future. A king will never dislike the palace in his hand. After all, the number of palaces, castles, and estates is also proved to European nobles.

These Dukes and Grand Dukes of Spain are countless castles and estates in their hands. There are several or even more than ten castles and estates in the hands of a Duke. Most of the castles are also old castles with long history.

Carlo currently has one of the eight palaces of the eight classics, that is the Madrid Palace.

There are several castles and estates, but they are retracted from the hands of the rebels, and there are few large scale.

On the square of Meiquan Palace, Franz Joseph prepared a grand welcome ceremony for Carlo in the morning. Carlo, who has been accustomed to the big scene, is naturally unhappy, and has participated in the whole welcome ceremony with a smile.

Subsequently, the accompanying officials were received by the officials of the Austro -Hungarian government government, and Carlo directly passed through the square of Meiquan Palace to meet the office of Franz Joseph I.

Seeing Franz Joseph once again, he was still the kind of kindness with a smile. Franz Joseph I was only 48 years old this year. From a politician's point of view, he is still in the golden age of his political career.

In fact, this is true. Too young politicians will always be considered to have no experience, and youth also represents recklessness and recklessness.

As the so -called mouth is not hairy, it is not solid. The politicians of European countries are about 40 to 50 years old, and some older people will even reach 60 to 70 years old.

"Carlo, I haven't seen it for a long time." Franz Joseph I said with a word with Carlo first, and then turned directly to the topic, asking the granddaughter who had not yet met: "Why didn't you bring Sofia?"

"This trip was too hasty, and the reason for Sophia was too young, so Sophie stayed with two little guys in Madrid." Carlo explained.

Franz Joseph I wanted to see the grandchildren. The idea of ​​the granddaughter of Carlo was understood, but this trip was too hasty. In addition to the need to visit European countries, Carlo did not bring them.

Moreover, Franz Joseph I was indeed young, and there would be a lot of opportunities to meet the grandchildren and grandchildren in the future.

Hearing Carlo's explanation, Franz Toseph nodded regretful, but didn't say anything.

His two daughters, Sophie and Gelara, have been married as a woman. The only son Rudorf is not yet married, and the natural person in the palace is rare.

Fortunately, the age of Franz Toseph I was not too old, otherwise his most important thing every day would become a marriage to the Rudorf Empress.

"The matter of King Vitorio Emunulei is really regrettable, God will lead him to heaven.

Carlo, don't be too sad, Spain needs you to go back to deal with it. People are always like this, and we can't avoid life and death. We can only wish them to go to heaven as soon as possible, and to cherish the relatives we can see. "Franz Toseph One enlightened Carlo Road.

Carlo nodded. His father Vitorio Emunulei II did make him somewhat sad, but excessive sadness was absolutely impossible.

But this kind of thing is not easy to refute. You can't say that he is not too sad?

"Now that you are coming to Vienna, you just talk to you about our plan on the Balkans." Franz Joseph II smiled and said: "Although the Russians have won in the war, they also made the British firm Attribution, decided to fight from all over, it is necessary to prevent the Russians from expanding on the Balkan Peninsula.

This is a good thing for us. Perhaps we can prevent Russia from excessive expansion on the Balkan Peninsula through diplomatic means. It happens that the British are blocked in front of us. "

With the support of the British and Spain, the Austro -Hungarian Empire can at least ensure that it has an annexation to the Bosnia and Herzegovina. This is why Franz Toseph's smile has a smile.

As long as the Bosnant -Iron and Hemolies are won, the Austro -Hungarian Empire is invincible. If it is possible to ensure that Russia has little harvest in this war, it is a good thing.

When he heard what Franz Toseph I said, Carlo nodded with a smile.

The situation of the Balkan Peninsula has little to do with Spain. Even if it is to fight, it is the United Kingdom and the Austro -Hungarian Empire to fight Russia.

Even for Carlo, Bargan's Peninsula was not chaotic. If the three powers are in the Balkan Peninsula, how many arms trade can be signed by Spain?

The contest between the powers is not a war of poor firepower such as the Russian Turkey War, but the shocking scene of millions of soldiers and thousands of artillery.

Even if Spain can only choose to cooperate with the Austro -Hungarian Empire or the Russian side, the money made by the arms trade is definitely not comparable to the money made in the Russian Turkey.

If the Balkan Peninsula really erupts the war -level war, it can also attract the attention of the British. This is very good for Spain's expansion in the African colonies, at least to ensure that the British will not interfere.

Carlo is more annoyed by the British's trouble-making personality. If the British really set their sights on Spain, I'm afraid that countries like Portugal can become pawns and constantly block Spain's progress.

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