Chapter 352： Meeting between the princes (1/2)

Ferdinand likes the navy, especially the tall and mighty battleships! The history of the Austro-Hungarian Navy has been shabby. Only the Radtz-class Quasi-Fearless and Joint Force-class battleships can show off. But without this, I am afraid that these two battleships will be difficult to give birth, so they will be left to the Austrians I am afraid that only those coastal defense gunboats and small cruisers are the only blue memories.

He likes the navy very much. The reason why he was able to come to Bora Port to greet the unfamiliar prince was that apart from the Austrian Emperor’s order, a closer look at the German fleet was also an important reason. After many wars After inspection and baptism, the superior performance of German warships has become the consensus of all countries. Most of the current German warships came from the design bureau under the prince. As two naval enthusiasts, the crown prince believes that this meeting will be unforgettable.

But what is it called? Ideals are beautiful, reality is cruel. When he stood in Port Bora and looked at the German fleet that was gradually entering the Austro-Hungarian fleet in the distance, only the word depressed was left in his heart. The reason was simple. Compared with the current German fleet, Austria The Hungarian Navy is simply a beggar, too shabby... The best warship in the Austro-Hungarian Empire is not as good as the German Munich-class armored cruiser! It is said that the Germans are phasing out this class of warships. It will not take long for these 7000-ton warships to be sold at a low price or exist as training ships...

Ruprecht still paid considerable attention to his most important ally. Ferdinand was, after all, the crown prince of an empire, and his status was obviously lower than that of the opponent. Under the order of the prince, the visiting fleet Following the steps honestly gave the Austro-Hungarian Empire a lot of face. In full view, Ruprecht got his hands deep after walking down the gangway, expressing respect for Crown Prince Ferdinand and the enemy country behind him!

”Welcome to Pola, my brother!” Ferdinand whispered in his ear as the two embraced. This made the prince stunned, because the prince who had not specifically checked the genealogy did not know how much Bavarian blood Ferdinand had on his body. Maybe, the two were really cousins!

”It must be very busy this time? After going around Italy, the British, and the Turks, I came to Austria.” On the way back, Crown Prince Ferdinand suddenly said this.

”It was very busy, but it was worth it. Some things were done and some people were warned.” The prince replied calmly with a smile.

”Warned the Italians? Ruprecht, you should have known that Italy is a volatile country, and the alliance with them outweighs the gains. The so-called three-nation alliance actually has only two countries.” Ferdinand said.

”Yes, we warned him that we use the economy and armor exports as a threat, and we need Italy to show an attitude. Italy is really not trustworthy, but it has to be said that its position is very important, even if they cannot help us, at least Nor can they occupy each other's side. Beating is necessary, but it cannot completely fall out.” The prince replied.

”So, while you stabilized Italy, you chose Turkey as your next ally alternative?” The crown prince probably sorted out a line.

”No one in the world dislikes having fewer friends.”