Before the first wave subsided, another wave arose.
Before the Tubo conflict was resolved, something happened in East Asia. The Government of Japan, which had just begun its initial social reform, bared its fangs to the outside world.
In May 1875, the Yun Yang and other Japanese warships invaded Pusan in Korea to demonstrate their military might. The corrupt and incompetent Joseon Dynasty did not organize a counterattack immediately, instead hoping for the intervention of their boss.
Unfortunately, the boss next door was also corrupt and busy with internal strife. He had no time to care about such a trivial matter, which further stimulated the ambition of the Government of Japan.
In order to test the bottom line of their neighbor, the Japanese Army invaded Jianghua Island in September. This time, they could not avoid it, and the Korean army was forced to resist.
After paying the price of two casualties, the Japanese Army won the battle. Under the threat of military force, the Korean government quickly surrendered.
(Note: About 35 Korean soldiers were killed.)
The telegram did not explain the details of the battle, and Franz was too lazy to look into it. This kind of child's play had refreshed his worldview.
The Kingdom of Korea was a country with a population of more than ten million and a standing army of one to two hundred thousand. How could they surrender after losing a platoon of soldiers?
This was basically telling everyone that there was a fat sheep in East Asia, so stupid that it did not even know how to kick people. Come and get its meat.
One must know that ambition had always been indulged. The current Government of Japan was only testing the outside world. It was not the arrogant Showa government in the mid-twentieth century that wanted to be the leader of the world.
Austria's time in the Far East was too short, and they had almost no interest in East Asia. This news was just a joke to the Government of Vienna.
However, it was different for other European powers. At least, the Russian Empire next door had been stimulated. If it was not for the deep conflict between Prussia and Russia, the Tsarist government might have turned to the east.
The change of direction of the Hairy Bear in the original space and time was due to this. The west was full of tough bones that could not be gnawed. Although the east was a little further away, it was all fat meat!
Bears had to eat meat, and only dogs would gnaw on bones. This was a very easy choice, and it was enough to rely on instinct.
Compared to the original time and space, the current international situation has changed beyond recognition, and the European continent has generally maintained stability.
The United Kingdom's FAO was in a tripartite state, while Prussia and Russia, the two second-strongest countries, were in opposition to each other. Below them, there were Spain, the Nordic Federation, and the German Confederation, the three medium-sized powers. This situation could be said to be the British people's dream.
If any of them wanted to break the balance, they would have to bear pressure from many sides. Once the strength of all parties reached a balance, the situation would naturally stabilize.
Once the conflict between the major European colonial empires eased, the pressure on other independent countries in the world would increase, especially the North Korean Dynasty, which was seen as a "fat sheep".
"What do you think of the changes in East Asia? Will it affect the world situation?"
There was no other way. Almost every colonial empire had a foot in East Asia. Originally, Japan was also a fat sheep that everyone had their eyes on. Suddenly, everyone discovered that this sheep had actually evolved into a wolf and jumped out to snatch the meat from everyone.
There were only so many benefits. If you took more, I would take less. If there was one more to share, it would affect everyone greatly.
Foreign Minister Wesenberg: "Your Majesty, Japan is nothing to worry about. It's fine if they fight on a small scale, but if they go too far, Britain and France will let them know what the rules are.
Our interests are mainly concentrated in the Nanyang region. The Japanese can now only hang around at home. There is no place for them in the Nanyang region.
Moreover, the unequal treaties signed with them by various countries are also shackles that restrict their development. If they don't get rid of these shackles, they won't be able to develop.
It will probably take decades to deal with these problems. If they want to become truly strong, the Japanese still have a long way to go.
The slogan of the Meiji Restoration was loud and clear, but other than training a second or third-rate army, I don't see any results.
The Japanese's success this time is full of chance. If it wasn't for the neighboring Empire of the Far East being busy with internal strife, they wouldn't have had the chance to display it at all. "
"Contempt" was the common view of European society towards Japan. These days, "white supremacy" was also popular, and people of color were naturally discriminated against.
Even among the white people, there was also discrimination by region, ethnicity, country …
For example: Western Europe looked down on Central Europe, Central Europe looked down on Eastern Europe, and Europe looked down on overseas.
Why can the Grand Unified Theory spread in the German Region? In fact, the main reason is that the German people can only be regarded as second-class people, and everyone needs a strong country.
The specific performance can be seen in the United States in the 19th century. Immigrants from the German Region were also discriminated against. Like the Irish, Italians, and Eastern European immigrants, they were at the bottom of society.
This situation in the original time and space lasted until the unification of Germany.
Now the situation changed faster. With the revival of Austria, the international status of the German nation rose.
This is why Austria can maintain its influence in the German Region.
It's fine if they don't go abroad. Capitalists engaged in international trade can't feel at ease if they don't get the citizenship of the new Shinra Empire.
After getting the citizenship of the Empire and enjoying the benefits of a great power, these people's position is naturally inclined to Austria.
In this context, although many of Austria's practices are very conservative in the eyes of German nationalists and can't satisfy their appetite, they are still recognized as orthodox.
It's not surprising that the Japanese are despised. The Meiji Restoration has just begun, and the so-called "development" is relative.
For the poor Japan, the development of any industry is a great achievement, but from the standpoint of Austria, these things are not worth mentioning at all.
The total industrial output of all of Japan is equal to an industrial park in Austria. If the output value is calculated, it may not be comparable to a large group.
The "elite navy" trained by the Government of Japan may not be comparable to the fleet of Austria stationed in the colony, and a main force ship can defeat them.
The so-called modern army is only tens of thousands of people, and the weapons and equipment are not good. Coupled with natural contempt, perhaps in the eyes of many people, the Japanese elite forces are not as good as the Austrian reserves.
In the case of comprehensive suppression, it is impossible for the Government of Vienna to pay attention to Japan. In the original time and space, Japan was recognized by the world, and that was after the Russo-Japanese War, stepping on the shoulders of the Russians.
Franz is not ready to change people's minds. It is too difficult to put his own ideas into other people's minds.
Moreover, the rise of Japan is still early, and even if it rises, it can't threaten Austria. The power of the Austrian Nanyang colony is not something that the Japanese can challenge.
However, Franz still admires the ability of the Government of Japan to be able to develop a semi-colonial and semi-feudal country under such difficult circumstances.
For example, now, the Government of Japan chose a good time. Taking advantage of the time when the attention of European countries is attracted by the conflict between Turkey and Great Britain.
If it was a year or two later, when the UK, Fao, and other countries have reached an agreement on the division of the colonies, and the international situation has eased, the Government of Japan will definitely die a terrible death.
To put it bluntly, the Japanese do not have the strength to challenge the international order. They can only play the sidelines and act before the international order is established by the European powers against East Asia.
The "Yunyang Incident" opened the door to North Korea, but the Government of Japan did not enjoy the benefits alone. All the major powers can benefit from it, and naturally, there is not much resistance.
It seems that there is not much gain, but in fact, the political significance is not small. The Government of Japan used this opportunity to gain a chance to expand.
The European countries acquiesced to the Government of Japan's action, which means that the international community can accept the Japanese colonization of North Korea, laying the foundation for the next colonial expansion.
However, there are advantages and disadvantages. 'Speculation' and 'gambling' are too easy to get addicted to. Once you get hooked, it is difficult to quit.
If you win the gamble, you can get rich returns, but luck will always run out. Once you lose the gamble, you will lose everything.
This is the tragedy of a small country. If you don't gamble, you will never have the chance to rise. However, once you are on the gambling table, it is difficult to get out.
Victory will make people confused. Once you are immersed in it, there is only success in your eyes, and it is difficult to continue to look at the problem rationally.
Franz said, "Let's observe first! If the Russians look east, the Japanese will have a chance. Compared to the Empire of the Far East, the British still prefer to support this kind of small country. "
No one can answer the question of whether the Russians will look east. Everything depends on the outcome of the next Prussian war.
The Tsarist government is now dividing the hegemony in the European continent. If the Tsarist government wins a pyrrhic victory, then it is inevitable that they will withdraw from the European continental hegemony, and looking east will also be one of the options.
If the Tsarist government fails miserably, then everything will be over. The defeated Russian Empire will definitely be dismembered. Self-preservation is already a problem, let alone continuing to expand.
From Austria's standpoint, it is natural that they hope for a tie between the two countries, or for one side to win a pyrrhic victory with a slight advantage. It couldn't be better to eliminate two potential competitors at once.
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