Greece’s Roman Road

Constantine also felt heavy pressure on the expanding Slavs' power in the Balkans.

After being frustrated in the Russo-Japanese War for nearly a decade, Russia, which has gradually recovered its strength, has refocused its attention on the Balkans and once again waved the banner of Pan-Slavism.

Obviously, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Montenegro, the three Balkan Slavic countries, were able to form an alliance this time, obviously with the support of the Russians.

The Slavs are widely distributed throughout Eastern Europe and have a large number. The Russian Empire and the Kingdom of Poland (the Kingdom of Poland exists in name, but only the title of the King of Poland, held concurrently by the Russian Tsar), are all countries dominated by Slavs.

A large number of Slavic populations also lived in large areas under the rule of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

For example, the Czech Republic, Eastern Ukraine (near Lviv) belonging to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, as well as Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, annexed by the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1908 taking advantage of the civil strife of the Ottoman Empire, are also the main areas occupied by the Slavs.

If you add the Slavic population of Montenegro, Serbia, and Bulgaria in the Balkans, the total Slavic population in Eastern Europe is nearly 200 million!

At the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, it was a time when nationalism was surging, and a large number of nationalist fighters hoped that their nation would gain independence.

It is conceivable that Austria-Hungary naturally hated the Russian Empire for advocating Pan-Slavism.

Precisely under the rule of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the status of the Slavs was not high.

As a bizarre dualistic empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, as its name suggests, was dominated by the Germans (the main nation of the Kingdom of Austria) and the Magyars (the main nation of Hungary).

It was out of fear of the integration of the Slavs that the Austro-Hungarian Empire reacted so violently to the union of Serbia and Bulgaria that it directly mobilized some of the troops on the Serbian border.

As the ruler of Greece, Constantine now heard that Montenegro had also joined the alliance, which also touched Constantine's sensitive nerves.

"Before, Russian bears have been hiding in corners and licking their wounds. Nearly ten years have passed. Stolypin's reform policy has achieved remarkable results, and the Russian forces naturally intend to make a comeback," Venizelos said worriedly.

"Now the situation in Europe is tense. Germany, which has been a hard-core ally of the United Kingdom in the past, has now replaced Russia as the primary target of the British. Instead, it is the traditional enemy of the United Kingdom. Russia has become a potential ally of the United Kingdom."

"Naturally the Russians will not miss this rare opportunity to exert influence in Eastern Europe." Constantine was unwilling that the two countries failed to make concessions to Greece.

If it hadn't been for the British's attention being firmly attracted by the Germans, it would have been impossible for the British to watch the Balkans appear as an alliance of Slavic countries supported by the Russians.

Under normal circumstances, as long as Russia shows signs of integrating the Slavs in Eastern Europe, it will definitely be like the Berlin Conference in 1878, and all countries will jointly beat the Russians.

At present, Greece has only reluctantly reached an alliance agreement with the two countries to deal with the Ottoman Empire. With the concerted efforts of the three countries, dealing with the Ottoman Empire is no longer a problem.

The crux of the question is, what should we do after dividing up the territory of the European part of the Ottoman Empire?

Although the Ottoman Empire is still lingering, it has become weaker and weaker, just like other countries, in the transition to a capitalist country, violent internal contradictions and conflicts have been exposed.

Precisely, the national conditions of the Ottoman Empire were very complicated. It was not only a multi-ethnic country, but also a multi-religious country.

Ethnic conflicts and religious conflicts are intertwined, making it difficult to carry out reforms in the Ottoman Empire.

Judging from the current situation, even the ideals of the young Ottoman officers, the revolution and reform of the organization have not played a significant role in changing the declining national power of the Ottoman Empire.

Under the suppression of the Three Kingdoms, the territory of the Ottoman Empire is bound to shrink to Asia Minor.

So, who should fill the gap left by the Balkans?

To put it more directly, among the three Balkan countries, who will replace the Ottoman Empire's previous hegemony in the Balkans?

The reason why the two countries are so strong is that they firmly disagree that Greece, which has the strongest comprehensive strength among the three countries, occupies most of Macedonia, because they do not want to see Greece become the hegemon of the Balkans.

The Slavic states of the Balkans were united, and Constantine also felt like he was stuck in his throat.

Comparing the two countries with Greece alone, Constantine still has confidence, but when the two countries are united, Greece feels enormous pressure.

Not only the hard power of the two countries, but also the power of the Slavs in Eastern Europe, standing faintly behind the two countries.

The war against the Ottoman Empire has not yet begun, and Constantine has already smelled the smoke of the three countries competing for the dominance of the Balkans.

For the future of the country and the destiny of the nation, Greece could not surrender this opportunity for development.

Since 1881, Constantine has tried his best to overcome all kinds of difficulties, so that Greece can take the lead in industrialization and gain some opportunities, and there is no room for retreat.

The road to industrialization is not an easy road. Once you embark on it, you are destined to experience the test of blood and fire.

Resources are always limited, but there are many people who want to share the cake.

Just like human society, the international community follows the law of 28, 20% occupies 80% of the wealth, and the remaining 80% divides 20% of the wealth.

Holding the cigarette between his fingers, he took a hard sip~www.wuxiax.com~ The fireworks were bright, and the smoke gushed out, Constantine said solemnly: "The Balkans are about to usher in a round of reshuffle, and Greece needs to advance in advance. Be prepared, your government departments should be prepared to prevent shocks"

After thinking for a moment, Venizelos nodded: "Since that's the case, I'll convene the heads of government departments to hold a state affairs meeting."

Constantine raised his hand to look at the watch on his wrist, and said, "It's not too late, the meeting should be held this afternoon."

After speaking, he hurriedly turned around and left the Prime Minister's residence, and went to the Palace of the Constitution Square.

When I came to the Palace of the Constitution Square to get to Constantine, I happened to meet King George in casual clothes in the garden, lying on a rattan chair for a nap.

So he communicated to him about the convening of the State Council.

King George heard his son's voice, looked at Constantine, and sighed: "I won't participate in today's meeting, you can preside on your behalf."

Constantine's face was full of surprise. You must know that the previous important meetings, regardless of their substance, were presided over by the king in name.

Seemingly noticing Constantine's doubts, King George explained: "My energy has declined greatly, although I don't want to admit it, I am indeed old."

Only then did Constantine notice that the old king, born in 1845, was 68 years old this year, nearly 70.

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