Greece’s Roman Road - Chapter 240

Speaking of this, Ferdinand was silent for a moment, and there was a hint of helplessness in his tone: “Prime Minister Pasic, I know Lucas’ arrogant attitude makes people angry, but we can’t refuse the suggestion of the Austria-Hungary Empire, right? “

“After this war, on the Balkan Peninsula, the sharp contradiction between the three countries and the Ottoman Empire has disappeared, and the contradiction between the three countries of the Pausei has become the main contradiction.”

Prime Minister Pasic was silent.

In the current Balkans, Greece and Bulgaria are comparable in strength, with the Bulgarian army taking the lead and the Greek navy being stronger.

After the three countries worked together to squeeze the power of the Ottoman Empire into Asia, Greece, which was growing stronger day by day, performed well in the war of 1912, drawing the attention of the world to Prussia in the Balkans, and the competition for the Balkan hegemony was on the agenda.

Whether it is Greece, Serbia, or Bulgaria, the nationalist sentiment is so high at this time, and the high-level officials of each country not only do not stop it, but secretly promote the flames, because the high-level officials of the three countries have seen a coveted opportunity.

A major power originally influential in the Balkans, except for Russia’s inconspicuous performance, the Ottoman Empire has suffered repeated defeats and its national strength has been declining day by day. Ragdoll Imperialism”.

If the political void and power vacuum left after the decline of the two countries can be filled, and the legacy left by them can be divided up, even if only part of it, a new power will inevitably emerge in the Balkans.

Whether it is Greece, or relegation, Serbia’s high-level, either keenly aware of this situation, or simply aware of the smell of interests, this is the reason why the nationalism among the three peoples continues to rise.

If Bulgaria can obtain the territory of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkan Peninsula, the entire Macedonia, not only can it restore the territory of Bulgaria’s prosperous period in history, but also complete the transformation from an ordinary country to a foreign power.

Bulgaria, which completely occupies Macedonia, will have a territory of about 200,000 square kilometers and a population of 7 to 8 million. With such capital, it can be regarded as a big country in Europe.

Even if it’s just a power that Italy can’t match!

The encouragement of the Austro-Hungarian Empire only strengthened Ferdinand’s determination.

Even if the Austro-Hungarian Empire did this, it was obviously intended to provoke the Balkan countries, but so what, it was enough for Bulgaria’s interests.

Moreover, the ambassador of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Lucas, hinted vaguely that there was also a German instructing behind this matter.

He also stated that even if Bulgaria was defeated, the Allies would guarantee Bulgaria’s territorial integrity.

Now, in order to help Bulgaria dominate the Balkans, some people not only provide loans, but also arms assistance, and political guarantees, which are also in the national interest of Bulgaria.

What other reason does Bulgaria have to refuse?

If you fall to the Allies, you can dominate the Balkans, so why not do it?

Anyway, now Bulgaria has developed a rift with Russia.

Looking at King Ferdinand’s resolute expression, Pasic knew that war with Greece was inevitable, so he could only say: “Your Majesty, when the materials and loans promised by Austria-Hungary are in place, we will start preparing for war.”

In the back garden, King Ferdinand paced back and forth all by himself, frowning and showing a thoughtful expression.

Wars between capitalist countries generally have the nature of a struggle for hegemony.

Everyone fights for the status of hegemony, naturally there are enough benefits to take.

Just like the Russo-Japanese War in 1904, Japan’s biggest benefit was not the immediate benefits of receiving war reparations (although it did not), but the status of the hegemony of East Asia!

After this war, all countries in the world recognized Japan as a member of the great powers.

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Athens, Ministry of Defense Building

Constantine participated in a seminar on the military situation organized by the General Staff. The main purpose of this meeting was to summarize the experience and lessons learned by the Greek army in this war.

“If the war experience is not summarized, it will not only be a crime against the country, but also a blasphemy against the soldiers. I invite everyone to come to the Ministry of Defense Building today. Everyone is a witness to this war. I hope everyone can speak freely and summarize experiences and lessons. , so as to grasp the forefront of the world’s military trends.” Chief of General Staff Emmanuel first gave an opening speech.

Seeing that everyone was thinking, and the scene was cold for a while, Constantine took the lead and said: “As the commander of the Macedonian Legion, when I attacked the fortress defense area in front of Thessaloniki, I could clearly feel it. So, the battle is more beneficial to the defending side.”

Constantine wanted to let the Greek army quickly understand the characteristics of the current war, so he pointed it out directly.

Hearing this, Manujanaski’s eyes lit up, and he said with surprise: “Yes, our Albanian Army has also discovered this problem. If the officers command the troops to attack the enemy’s well-established fortifications, it will be quite difficult, and it will certainly pay. Huge casualties, even in positions prepared after prolonged artillery fire”

Colonel Wladyslaw, as a representative of the mid-ranking officers of the Macedonian Regiment, also participated in the meeting.

In the Second Battle of Thessaloniki, as a middle-level officer of the 4th Division pretending to attack the Ottoman Empire’s heavy defense fortresses, Wladyslaw had a close contact with the offensive and defensive battle of the trenches. feel.

Even an officer whose heart has been tempered as hard as iron by his military career is still tormented in order to fulfill the tactical needs and let the soldiers carry out mortal actions.

He opened his mouth and tried to express his personal feelings~www.mtlnovel.com~, but seeing that none of the high-ranking officers had spoken, he had to give up his thoughts angrily.

Constantine noticed the movements of the young officer sitting in a remote corner, and noticed the rank of major on his shoulders. He was overjoyed. Naturally, the senior officers were not as deeply impressed by the brutality and bloodshed of trench warfare.

“Colonel, didn’t we say we should speak freely at this meeting? If you find any problem, just say it boldly, and don’t have any scruples.” Constantine looked at the young officer and said.

Seeing that everyone’s eyes were on him, Wladyslaw was not afraid of the field, and said loudly, “I am the colonel of the Fourth Division of the Macedonian Legion, Wladyslaw.”

“I think the discovery made by Crown Prince Constantine just now is very instructive. During the offensive operation in the fortress area of ​​Thessaloniki, if the enemy is prepared to attack the enemy’s defense line, the casualties will be very large.”

“As a mid-level officer, I personally feel that the defending side is obviously in a better position in combat”

“The first is the trenches. When the attacker is preparing for artillery fire, the defending side can hide in the trenches and use the trenches to protect themselves from artillery shells.”

“When the enemy has trenches for cover, the effectiveness of artillery is reduced. Unless the large-caliber artillery has a significant lethal effect, the efficiency of small and medium-caliber artillery is very low.”

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