[Henry VIII] Tudor Crown

After Princess Mary got married, William Tudor avoided a major concern, and then devoted more energy to the agricultural reform of Wales.Because he knows that in the next 20 years, Europe will experience many wars between Britain and France against Spain, the melee of the Holy Roman Empire, the war between Britain and Spain against France, and the war between France and Spain against Britain.So how to gain the initiative in this aspect is something that William Tudor has been thinking about.

Thanks to the fact that England is an island country, it is difficult for outsiders to invade and find a place to stay and log in-unless they can persuade Scotland.

But another cousin of William Tudor, James V, was no fool.

Both the Habsburg and Valois families have ambitions to annex Europe. If France or Spain are allowed to log in from Scotland on a large scale, then their next goal after destroying England is to destroy Scotland as well.This is why when James IV and James V formed an alliance with the King of France, they both made trouble at two ends.

During the period of Mary Stuart, because of a queen mother who was too pro-French, Elizabeth I had the opportunity to encourage the Protestants in Scotland to make trouble, and then formed a short-term peace with King Philip II of Spain-until Mary Stuart was executed.

"How is the agricultural reform in Wales?" Taking advantage of Princess Mary going to Calais and Henry VIII preparing to preside over the wedding of his eldest daughter, William Tudor returned to Wales briefly with his small court, intending to take a look How did Richard Cromwell's appeasement efforts and agricultural reform work go: "You only mention in your letter that there were no large-scale riots and civilian deaths, so I don't know the details of the internal situation in Wales. "

"I'm sorry I haven't had the opportunity to report to you these days." Richard Cromwell, who was much darker and thinner, invited William Tudor to inspect the situation in Wales and report to him: "Although there are still Catholic rebellions Mobs are making trouble in Wales, but your move to get churches to properly subsidize civilians has played a role. After all, no one wants to find out at the most critical time that the church that has been providing aid has been smashed and destroyed."

Speaking of this, Richard Cromwell lowered his voice: "Some villagers even took the initiative to defend the Protestant churches with the encouragement of the Protestants, and then suppressed the rioting Catholics."

"Where there is oppression, there is resistance." William Tudor looked out the window and found that many farmers were waving and even bowing to him after seeing the Prince of Wales's carriage: Fire benefits from Holy Rome's direct blood-sucking, but we still lack a big fire here."

"Need to get Welsh Protestants to step up their revolt against Catholicism?"

"No, we can't be in such a hurry." William Tudor shook his head and said: "The people are still in the stage of hesitation, we need to kill their enthusiasm for Catholicism little by little, and make sure that they are voluntary, not forced to give up their original intentions." some faith."

"But is it possible?" Richard Cromwell hesitated: "They are very stubborn, and Wales is the area closest to Ireland. I am worried that the other side will interfere with Wales."

"Interference? What do they use to interfere?" William Tudor sneered: "Ireland's geographical location is worse than that of Scotland. When they have no problem of survival, then think about how to interfere with Welsh's religious beliefs!"

"Yes." Although Richard Cromwell nodded in agreement, he quickly said cautiously: "It is always right to be careful, and besides, although Ireland is not comparable to Scotland in terms of geographical location, it is not far away from Scotland." far!"

William Tudor and Richard Cromwell looked at each other, and thought for a while: "I intend to establish a port and a large market in Wales to serve Irish merchants, thereby reducing the direct contact between Irish and Welsh. Perhaps in the later stage, this port can expand its scope, or establish a port line on the opposite side of Ireland, directly cutting off their direct contact with Scotland."

"But in this way, some sensitive people in Ireland will raise objections." Richard Cromwell hesitated: "You also know that Ireland is a loyal Catholic faith. Since Princess Mary got married, it is difficult for you to talk to them Create a direct, better connection."

"This is also a problem." William Tudor knew that Henry VIII insisted on the Protestant Reformation on the surface, but in the hinterland, he was still a hesitant Catholic, and even turned a blind eye to the Catholic faith in Ireland. Eye.

Unless Scotland has already made up his mind to hit Ireland, it is impossible for Henry VIII to support his decision.

Besides, William Tudor is not the governor of Ireland!

Therefore, these assumptions cannot be implemented immediately, at least William Tudor cannot do this until the death of Henry VIII.

"First build up the port in Wales, and then... see if you can go to Ireland to buy some land, and then hire landless farmers to grow potatoes." William Tudor knew that the food situation in Ireland was not very good. Being able to get some food from them is purely because England's agricultural impact this year is too great, and Ireland wants to make a lot of money, so the two sides can reach an agreement.

"Is it necessary to adopt the four-field rotation system in Ireland?" Even though William Tudor has no territory in Ireland, there are many nobles or small landowners who want to win the favor of the Prince of Wales and sell him a favor.

"Let's not adopt the four-field rotation system, because we lack understanding of the land environment in Ireland and cannot design an effective irrigation system. Moreover, Wales has not thoroughly promoted the four-field rotation system, so why should Ireland adopt it?" This kind of planting method?" William Tudor knew that the single crop planting in Ireland would lead to a famine that almost wiped out the entire population, coupled with England's inaction and exploitation during this period, so it was for the subsequent independence of Ireland, and The Irish immigrated to the United States on a large scale and planted the seeds of disaster as railroad slaves.

In the absence of seedling technology and chemical support, agricultural control is the easiest way to avoid potato infectious diseases.However, the birth of the four-field rotation planting system is due to the industrial irrigation system that has tended to be perfected in the Victorian era.

Without the support of policies and construction systems, William Tudor only used potatoes to solve the temporary shortage, and could not solve the problem from the root.

"I still need more money." William Tudor couldn't help but have a headache when he thought about how much money would be needed to support the establishment of the port and the support of the irrigation system: "There is also the issue of importing from Ireland, and corresponding At least let them see that Wales can give them more convenient business habits and more suitable prices than Scotland or other places."

"Yes." Richard Cromwell wrote down William Tudor's requests one by one, and when he heard the Prince of Wales mentioning the financial suffering, he suddenly said: "Actually, I have recently received an something you're interested in."

"Spain and France have broken out the third war since King Francois returned home. Both sides intend to collect food from you." Richard Cromwell said here, looking very proud: "Wales The production of potatoes and tomatoes in the past few months is enough to support the export of some grains. If you really want to make money, I can discuss with my father that you purchase the grains that can be exported from Wales, and let France or Spain get the highest price."

"The one with the highest price wins?" William Tudor said clearly, "It's no wonder the Duke of Lorraine has the time to go to see my sister in person. It's because of this consideration."

"Exactly." Richard Cromwell had heard the news from his father a long time ago, so he talked with confidence: "Although the Low Countries are also very rich, you know, France and Spain have too much wrangling over there, so Grain in Burgundy . . . ah! let alone."

"Hmph! From your tone of voice, you can tell that France has looted the food in Burgundy, and Spain is coming."

Although in name, Charles V is the heir of Burgundy, but France used various treaties and geographical advantages to forcibly occupy Burgundy, causing Charles V to insist on his claim to the succession of Burgundy .

"Find time to ask the Spanish ambassador to come over. I still need the protection of my cousin Charlie so that my sister can have a happy honeymoon with the Duke of Lorraine. By the way, I will give birth to an heir early to ensure that France will not be treated like Burgundy. Or Brittany, make an annexation treaty without heirs, so it’s better to let Francian divide the points now.” William Tudor decided on many things during his inspection of Wales, and it turned out that As soon as he returned to Pembroke Castle, he received an order from the king in London.

"Your Highness, Queen Jane Seymour has been confirmed to be pregnant. His Majesty the King wishes you to return to London immediately so that you can witness the birth of the Duke of York."