Chapter 473

In this era, the main industries of the Regions of Italy were concentrated in the north. Due to political and geographical factors, they were divided into the "Turin-Genoa" industrial zone and the "Milan-Venice" industrial zone.

There was no doubt that the industrial revolution in the Regions of Italy had just begun. Currently, it was still dominated by traditional handicrafts, but there were many mechanical tools added to it.

The capitalists in the Venetian region and those in the Kingdom of Sardinia were both cooperating and competing. Many capitalists had industries in both places, and the relationship between the two sides was not so easy to understand.

When the conditions proposed by Marshal Radquis spread in the Venetian region, the capitalists responded one after another. As for who he was supporting, it was difficult to say.

It did not matter. After all, this was an overt plot. Even the capitalists who were most hostile to Austria also needed the Kingdom of Sardinia to send troops to Venice as soon as possible.

Every day the war continued, it would bring them immeasurable losses, including the local capitalists in the Kingdom of Sardinia. The national mobilization also hindered them from making money.

Turin became even more lively. The capitalists in the Venetian region joined in the attack of public opinion, as if it was the straw that broke the camel's back. Looking at the dense crowd of demonstrators, Charles Albert had no choice but to order the army to attack in advance.

For this, he also sent out the last 40,000 troops that could be used in the country. The army of the Kingdom of Sardinia alone was as high as 190,000. If the strength of their allies was added, their total troops should theoretically be close to 250,000.

The reason why it was said to be in theory was that other than the army of the Kingdom of Sardinia, the remaining armies were still doing nothing.

In particular, the Neapolitan army, which was the furthest away, stopped in the Papal States because a large number of soldiers suffered from heatstroke. Only God knew why they suffered from heatstroke in the spring.

In short, the 40,000 troops promised by the Neapolitan army could not make it in time for this war. However, in order to unify the Regions of Italy as soon as possible, they still sent hundreds of sick warriors into battle.

No matter how absurd the reason was, at least one thing was certain. The Neapolitan army would not come.

Franz did not think that this was the credit of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. One only needed to look at the background of the current King of Naples, Ferdinand II.

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Simply put, he was a follower of the House of Habsburg in the Regions of Italy. Although Austria's international reputation had declined, it was not enough for them to rebel.

Just by looking at the map, it was obvious that Naples was separated by the Papal States. Even if they could drive Austria out of Italy, they would not gain any substantial benefits.

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Franz once again exclaimed that Nicholas I Of Russia was a good comrade. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the 300,000-strong Russian Army was ready to help Austria and Prussia suppress the revolution.

The strong support of the Tsarist government had a very strong impact in Europe. Whether it was Austria or Prussia's revolutionary party, they were all hit hard.

The newly independent Hungary was in danger. Head of State Kossuth of the Republic of Hungary could not sleep at night, for fear that Russia would stab them in the back.

Metternich said, "Your Highness, the French are tempted. They have stopped all aid to Kingdom of Sardinia. Now, we are discussing how to divide Kingdom of Sardinia's territory."

Franz was overjoyed and thought to himself, "Metternich is indeed more suitable for diplomacy. Being a prime minister is completely out of line!"

If they could fool the French, there would be no more surprises in the Italian battlefield. Without the help of the French, the Kingdom of Sardinia's army would be weak.

In just over a month, the Kingdom of Sardinia's army had expanded from 20,000 to 30,000 to nearly 200,000. Anyone with a little military knowledge would know that such an army was not reliable.

Of course, if the Kingdom of Sardinia's soldiers were not afraid of death, or if they obediently carried out orders from their superiors like the German soldiers, then there would not be a problem.

The Kingdom of Sardinia had probably been confused by the radical public opinion in their country. They thought that these soldiers would be as powerful on the battlefield as they were when they were shouting slogans.

Franz made a decision immediately. "Well, sign a treaty with the Government of France as soon as possible. The speed at which they change their government is not much slower than a woman changing her clothes. Don't cause any more trouble!"

"Your Highness, if we sign a treaty immediately, we will be at a disadvantage. The French's appetite is bigger than we thought," Metternich reminded.

"It doesn't matter. Whether the treaty we signed with the French can be carried out or not depends on whether the French can withstand the pressure from the British.

Judging from the current situation, the Government of France is constantly trying to curry favor with the British. As long as the Government of London is firm, the French will most likely compromise.

If they choose to give up, then they can't blame us. When the time comes, we can even accuse them of treachery, "Franz said indifferently.

It was not only this interim government that was licking the British's boots. The subsequent Government of France were also following the British around. It was unrealistic for them to fight the British head-on for at least five years.

"Your Highness, if the French retreat, then I'm afraid we won't be able to do it alone. In the current situation, it's not suitable for us to annex the Kingdom of Sardinia!" Grand Duke Louis reminded.

"It's a pity that we missed such a good opportunity. It won't be so easy for the Kingdom of Sardinia to come to us!" Prime Minister Felix sighed.

Dominating Italy was not only the French's dream, but also Austria's. However, it was just a dream. The European powers would not let them get what they wanted.

"There's no other way. Who asked us to have bad teeth? If we really want to swallow the Kingdom of Sardinia, we'll choke to death! "Franz said helplessly.