The Holy Roman Empire

Holy Roman Empire Chapter 6: Daily operations

Since Vienna became the capital of the Habsburgs in the 13th century, it has quickly become the political, economic, and cultural center of continental Europe and one of the most prosperous cities in the world.

After the end of the anti-French war, Austria once again established its status as a great power, and it was not only Russia that had the title of European gendarmerie.

After the establishment of the Holy Alliance in Austria in 1815, he became the representative of the restoration and vanguard forces against capitalism, also playing the role of the European gendarmerie.

Unfortunately, behind this success was the continued decline of Austria. When the revolution broke out in 1848, the European hegemony of the Austrian Empire came to an end.

Walking on the bustling main street, Franz's mood was heavy, and he accidentally recalled Du Fu's sentence: "Zhumen wine smells bad, the road freezes!"

From the crowded streets of Vienna, from time to time, people dressed in rags rushed, and they could see that their bodies were still shaking.

Sometimes, beggars enter by accident, and the police will soon come to chase them away or take them away.

It's still the busiest road. If you go to the slums, you don't know what it's like.

The little girl selling matches was not a fairy tale, along the way, Franz saw too many children selling cigarettes, newspapers, matches ...

Franz does not accuse capitalists of abusing child labor, it is very good to have such a job to support themselves in this era.

For more than a month, Franz traveled through the main districts of Vienna and witnessed the real sights of the empire that day.

Perhaps in the Vienna Revolution a year later, what the people really needed was not a constitutional government or freedom, but bread that could be wrapped in stomachs and clothes that could protect from the cold.

Public opinion fell into the hands of the bourgeoisie and the aristocracy.The so-called revolution actually became a tool for them to fight for power, while ordinary people became victims in the struggle for rights.

Franz still remembers an article from later generations, writing about Polish nationalists trying to persuade a peasant uprising in a village, claiming that as long as Austria was expelled, they would live happily ever after.

The farmers answered:

No, sir, things won't be like that. You just want to get rid of the most benevolent ruler in the country (referring to the Habsburg Emperor), and then make the country crumble.

My grandfather once told me that while the Polish Federation still existed, the rulers could arbitrarily defeat the peasants, and the peasants had no choice ....

If you drive the Emperor out of this land, then each of you will want to feel a sense of solitude, and you will turn us into slaves like before!

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Historically, the revolt in Vienna failed, and the patriotic bourgeoisie was badly damaged, but the lives of the people were completely improved.

I must say that this is satire, and those who chant the slogan of the exploiting class are actually a group of capitalists.As emperors who became objects of revolution, they ended up revolutionizing.

With this in mind, Franz already knew what to do. Uniting the majority against the handful is always politically correct.

In Franz's view, before the completion of compulsory education, any constitutional reform was nonsense, a reform that exceeded people's ability to accept, and in the end it could only hurt others.

“Raul, go to Prime Minister's House!” Franz said slowly.

A translator who can't get things done, doesn't have to be a real translator, this is Franz's motto. He changed his mind and did something.

Franz was not surprised that the work of the Prime Minister was always very busy, especially for ministers in power like Metternich.

Europe was not the same as the East, even ministers of power like Metternich had limited rights, Austrian political dominance depended on the support of the king.

"Prince, please rest. We have sent someone to inform the Prime Minister!" The housekeeper said beautifully.

It means very clear. I have sent someone to inform the Prime Minister. As for when the Prime Minister will return, I have no idea about it. Don't let our little ones breathe for trouble between the big guys.

Franz smiled slightly, he had no habit of being aggressive, the relationship between the original owner and Prime Minister Metternich was good, and this relationship was maintained after crossing over.

In Franz's cognition, the minister has been used to pitting since ancient times.The Austrian Empire wanted reform and also needed to be a pot knight. The already famous Prime Minister of Metternich is the best choice.

He didn't burden his debt, and perhaps he wouldn't mind bringing more hacking for Austria.

Not until the night Metternich rushed back. Franz was not angry. After all, he had to eat and drink, and no one dared to ignore him.

"Sorry to keep you waiting! Franz**., what's wrong with me today?" Metternich said kindly

That's right, Franz is a junior in his eyes, and Metternich is also an old minister, he has been Prime Minister since the days of his grandfather.

"Dear Lord Metternich, please remove the small print. I am 16 years old!"

Franz did not answer the first question, but revealed a hint of dissatisfaction in his heart.

“Alright, dear Franz Franz, what are you doing today?” Metternich asked with a smile.

"Mr Metternich, I'm here for reform!" Said Franz immediately.

"Reformations? Why are you interested in this, Franz, or are you telling you something?" Metternich asked in amazement.

"Nobody said anything. I have been on a field trip to Vienna for over a month. I've got a few questions at heart and want to ask you!" Franz answered calmly.

“Oh, what are you talking about?” Metternich asked, pretending to be interested.

"Mr Metternich, the call for constitutional reform outside the world is very high, but the workers I see are indifferent and running around for three times a day. Is it more important for them to work than dignity? Franz asked, pretending not to know

"No, Franz! They work to survive. If one day they don't work, they may be hungry. Nothing matters in front of survival!" Metternich said firmly.

"Oh, so, why don't we reform them? At least let them have enough bread first!" Franz pretends to be naive

"Franz, things aren't that simple. Capitalists will not promise to improve the care of workers!" Metternich shook his head and said

“Really, it's too bad!” Franz breathed a pretend breath.

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