Welcome to 19th-century Europe, where strength reigns supreme

It is rare for the regent of one country to write directly to the queen of another country. This matter is rare in Europe. Of course, Victoria has heard about the current situation in Prussia, but it is limited to the news in newspapers. The recent news in Prussia He appointed a female regent and solved the problems of strikes and industrialization within one year. From this point of view, August was a pretty good regent.

But August's purge of the Junkers and nobles also gave her some negative news, especially in the UK. Many newspapers criticized August's policies, but this was just nonsense.

Victoria even forgot that she had seen this August before, but she still planned to take a look. After all, she was at the same level as her in terms of status. In terms of seniority, she was August's sister. The British royal family and the Prussian royal family were related. Those who entered into the marriage were on the one hand to promote the Anglo-Prussian alliance, and on the other hand they were out of control of Prussia's movements.

So August is considered Victoria's cheap sister, even though he has never met her.

In fact, it is normal to engage in industrialization. As Europe's largest ally against Russia and France, Britain can be said to be pretty good to it. From the Seven Years' War to the Napoleonic Wars, Britain almost stood on the same side as Prussia. As long as Prussia did not develop a navy, Then Prussia is a reliable ally.

"Your Highness, Victoria, are you well? Long time no see. You may have forgotten about me. I heard that the situation seems to be out of control at your place. If there is anything you need help from Prussia, please feel free to mention it. Please keep in touch with me. .”

Victoria looked at this letter and then remembered that in the past year, due to the war against the Ming Dynasty, Britain and France had become closer, so much so that she had forgotten that there was such an ally, but it didn't make sense to think about it at this time. Too late.

Victoria immediately began to reply to Auguste's letter.

"To His Highness August, I have certainly not forgotten you. I am very happy that you have become the regent. Prussia will always be a good friend of Britain. You are right. Britain is indeed in some trouble now. Our banks have collapsed. Our finances are in crisis, and we need your help."

This letter soon reached Sanssouci Palace. Auguste was very happy after receiving this letter. Britain was willing to cooperate with Prussia. Victoria's request was not low. She asked for half a million pounds at the beginning. It doesn't matter if it takes a little longer. The funds Gotta take care of enough.

August seemed a little angry about the five hundred thousand pounds. Five hundred thousand pounds was really a bit too much, and she didn't know if the Ministry of Finance could afford it. She told Tina about it, and Tina laughed. said.

"You underestimate our finance department too much. I'm going to withdraw the money now."

August was a little confused. When did we become so rich? That afternoon, August got a piece of paper. This was a subscription of treasury bonds from seven banks in Prussia, totaling [-] million pounds, for three years. Period, [-]% profit for one period.

“The national debt can actually be sold?”

"Of course, companies now have great confidence in the Prussian market and are willing to lend money to the Prussian government. August, your reforms have achieved great results."

"Really? Then I will write to Victoria now. As long as she is willing to accept my conditions, there is nothing wrong with giving her some money."

August returned to his room and wrote to Victoria. Of course he could borrow the money, but the British side would have to provide some benefits, such as industrial equipment and production materials. For those equipment and production materials of bankrupt British companies, Prussia could be a takeover. , and the half million pounds can be lent to the British government in the name of interest-free loans.

This was a deal that August made money from. These means of production were of little use to Britain, but they were just fine for Prussia, and Victoria did not suffer too much. She got half a million pounds in cash and lost The means of production were all innocuous, and both Britain and Prussia got a good result.

And this was lent to Britain as a loan, which meant that Prussia persuaded the British government with just a word without compromising on any actual issues.

Although Prussia owes another amount of money, it doesn't matter, just owe some money.

Soon Victoria's reply came again. She was very happy to be able to negotiate these matters with Prussia. This was very beneficial to both Britain and Prussia. This was a major victory for British diplomacy.

It was all very colorful, but in fact, it didn't say anything particularly important at all. Apart from expressing gratitude, there was nothing more behind it.

August felt that it was a bit too much to bury this line in the ground like this. It was better to keep chatting with Victoria. Victoria was no better than him. She had a lot of free time every day. As a constitutional monarch, she didn't have to worry about national affairs. But there is no need. Her prime minister and other ministers will help her get everything done. On the Prussian side, August has to do many things personally, and she really wants to rely on Tina to accomplish some things.

But Tina, as the prime minister whom he supported, was very unpopular. August had to help her clear the way, otherwise it would be difficult for her to say a few words in Congress. August deliberately made himself Some of her political achievements have been attributed to Tina, and Tina's image among the people has become normal. Soon Tina will be able to start implementing her policies.

After acquiring so many advanced equipment, the second stage of the industrial revolution has officially begun. First, the state-led comprehensive industrialization established the Prussian military-industrial complex, including Mauser, Krupp, Rheinmetall, and Königs. Fort Shipyard and many other state-owned military enterprises.

With August's support, Tina began to boldly try new policies, and August also gave a lot of advice.

The newly established institution in Prussia, the Berlin Stock Exchange, is currently the only official legal stock exchange in Prussia. It is subject to state supervision. Private parties are prohibited from establishing new stock exchanges. This exchange is supervised and managed by the State Financial Supervisory Authority.

For chemical, biopharmaceutical, energy, infrastructure and other companies, the state must inject capital and share income to prevent private individuals from messing with these companies. The state has begun to take over everything in military production.

The Prussian State Bank was established. This was a channel for people to purchase national debt and deposits. It was the most creditworthy bank in the entire country. Other private banks must have a license issued by the state bank to operate. The development of capitalism must meet the needs of the country.

Build more than 12 kilometers of railways across the country, set up primary schools, restrict child labor, prohibit children under eight from entering factories, prohibit children under sixteen from engaging in high-risk industries, and minors must not work more than [-] hours.

To carry out compulsory education, children should have the obligation to receive education, and parents should have the obligation to send their children to primary school. A large number of new primary schools have been built across the country, and [-] higher technical colleges have been built nationwide to specialize in training high-tech talents. In Branden News , Rhineland, Stuttgart, Königsberg and other industrial centers have established a large number of secondary technical colleges and short-term technician training centers.

A steady stream of labor was injected into the industrial revolution. With the four major industrial zones as the core, a large amount of infrastructure was built to connect the origins of materials and import and export trade hubs. Lottery and insurance companies were supervised, and some monopoly companies were forced to nationalize.

State farm reform of confiscated land, as well as land owned by Parseval itself.

Abolish serfdom and provide subsidies to the Junker landlord class. The government spends money to redeem serfs. Factory owners can apply to the state in advance. Serfs need to pay back to the government every month after entering the factory.

This long series of reforms infringed on the interests of many classes. However, due to the history of the previous industrial reform plan, everyone's attitude was much gentler. August was not stingy and gave it to members of Congress. With other old feudal forces having considerable benefits and a way to change classes, they were also willing to make more money and began to transform one after another.

In agriculture, the Junkers have no choice but to struggle with food production. The government has acquired a lot of cultivated land by purchasing land and handed it over to farmers. They have the right to use the cultivated land, but the ownership is The country's.

To be able to do this, the help of the UK is indispensable. In the second half of the year alone, August and Victoria exchanged as many as [-] letters, almost every day. From talking about state affairs to family affairs, Victoria seemed to like her a little bit. This is my pen pal from Prussia.