Wild North America 1846

Chapter 694

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Tang-Li Gan reported in detail what he had seen and felt in the past few months, the arrogance of the upper class nobles and the terrible smog in London, the British Royal Navy that dominated the seven seas, and the oppressed Irish.

The romantic French and Paris are full of dangerous trends of thought, the rigor and hospitality of the Germans, the unconcealed doubts of the Dutch royal family, the boldness and passion of the Italians...

Unlike advanced industrial countries such as Britain, Germany and France, the conservative Habsburg dynasty of the Austrian Empire and the changing Tsarist Russian Empire have left a deep impression on His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.

This long journey of tens of thousands of nautical miles has greatly broadened our horizons, increased our knowledge, and gained a new understanding of the entire world situation.

Crown Prince Tang-His Royal Highness Li Gan talked for a long time. Obviously, he had too many things to confide in his stomach. Emperor Li Cha didn't interrupt his interest, but just asked a few words from time to time.

I can tell
After traveling almost half of the world, His Royal Highness Tang-Li Gan has a deeper understanding of the strength and background of the world powers today, can clearly measure the world structure, and has a deeper understanding of the empire's strategy of "defending the weak and not fighting".

His Royal Highness Tang-Li Gan, the crown prince, had only visited a few countries in North America at most before this, and most of the European countries on the other side of the Atlantic were hearsay, and there was a layer of veil in his cognition.

Politics
The crown prince, His Highness Tang-Li Gan, has a wealth of experience. The crown prince supervised the country every time he went on tour, and he was based in Chang'an.

This trip to Europe deeply touched His Highness Tang-Li Gan, and made him think more deeply about the position and future of the Tang Empire. This is a good thing.

Emperor Li Cha listened to his eloquent words with a warm expression, showing his approval, which encouraged His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to speak more vigorously.

Actually

Only the emperor Li Cha knew in his heart that the very thoughtful crown prince in front of him was destined to be a crown prince for the rest of his life, and was doomed to be a backup fate.

No way, Li Cha's body is too energetic.It forced him to move the muscles of his face, creating a few wrinkles in the corners of his eyes.

If nothing else, there is no pressure to live a hundred years old.

Now the nine-year-old grandson of the emperor Tang-Li Shiye is still likely to inherit the great treasure. The top three successors to the throne, King Qin, King Guangnan, and King Pingxi are all destined to accompany him and have no chance at all.

Therefore, Emperor Li Cha looked at Crown Prince Tang-Li Gan with a hint of guilt in his eyes, and his eyes became softer.

"Yes, I am very relieved, it seems that you guys have gained a lot from this trip, go back and settle down.

If you have an in-depth discussion with the important ministers of the empire on the future situation in Europe, you will surely gain new results.

We can use the major impact of the changes in the German Empire as the subject, and combine the current geopolitical power competition between the Tsarist Russian Empire and France and Britain to deduce the changes in world strategy in the next ten or twenty years.

On today's world stage, Europe is rightly at the center.

before the end of the century

The basic policy of the Tang Empire is to base itself on the Americas, consolidate the American camp, and rely on the benefits of the two oceans to build an unchallenged American hegemony.

Limited participation in the world political situation, limited colonial expansion, pursuing an export-based free trade policy, taking economic development as the core, and adopting a tailgating strategy of "holding the line and not fighting".

Britain has never acknowledged the fact that the Tang Empire's economic scale has surpassed that of Europe, and stubbornly counts the colonial economy as Britain's head, and still holds the status of the world's largest economy.

Since the Brits have such a good face, we don't need to overemphasize this point, let them be proud for a while before we talk about it.

Only when oneself is strong can one be truly powerful.

remember my words;
Only when you can see clearly and think through it thoroughly can you make correct judgments and respond correctly. "

The royal father's earnest exhortations deeply moved the crown prince and the three princes, and they once again stood up and kowtowed to thank the emperor for his kindness.

After asking a few more words, Emperor Li Cha let them leave the palace.The several princes were all excited, and they thanked and left with windy footsteps.

Today, there are 16 princes in the empire who have reached the age of 47. Half of them have been trained in the army and navy, and 6 are studying in Europe. With experience, many outstanding His Royal Highnesses have emerged.

His Highness Guangnan Wang and His Highness Xiwang are just two of them, not because they are better, but because they have more opportunities.

The age of 30 is a good time for a person to do business alone. Emperor Richard plans to entrust 15 vassals, plus the previous three vassals (King of Amami, King of Kentucky, King of Oklahoma), a total of 18 a vassal.

These vassal kings will cross the sea with the Eight Immortals, each showing their magical powers, attracting some courtiers and princes who have always been kind, exert their influence, and try their best to raise social funds to build the vassal state.

In this way, a large number of capable ministers and officials will have a place to use their skills, and some princes who want to make a difference will also have a place to go. When they arrive in the feudal state, they can flex their muscles to their heart's content.

These twenty years
The 11 provinces under the former Andean Governor's Mansion have experienced a large-scale infrastructure construction boom. The urban layout and transportation have been perfected. Farms and pastures are spread all over the place, and factories and enterprises have begun to take shape.

The infrastructure construction of Cuba Province, Luzon Province, Cebu Province and Mindanao Province has been completely renewed after more than 10 years of great investment by the Royal Department of the Interior.

These overseas provinces and frontier provinces have very good conditions, so they don't have to start from scratch, and they don't account for a large proportion of the empire's total economy, and the total sum is only 4% to 5%.

The main economic components of these areas are mainly agriculture, animal husbandry and resource industries, accounting for more than 8% to 9% of the proportion, and the degree of industrialization is relatively low.

For example, in Cuba, the main economic components are the tobacco industry and sugar plantation, which are traditional advantageous industries. The development of other agricultural projects, transportation, marine fishing, etc. can only play a supplementary role, and it is difficult to form a leading industry.

For example, Colombia’s dominant industries are coffee plantations, cane sugar, gold, coal, iron ore, and world-renowned emerald deposits. Agriculture is dominated by corn and cassava. Now rice, which is popular among Chinese, is widely planted.

For example, the 11 provinces under the former Andes Governor's Mansion are famous for their well-developed agriculture and animal husbandry. Beef and mutton products, wool, leather processing, and high-quality wine are sold in large quantities to European and North American markets.

after partition
These overseas provinces and frontier provinces already have a good foundation, so it is not necessary to start from scratch.Its share in the total economy of the empire is not large, and the total sum is only 5% to 6%.

The main economic components of these areas are mainly agriculture, animal husbandry and resource industries, accounting for more than 8% to 9% of the proportion, and the degree of industrialization is relatively low.

The above-mentioned 15 provinces have a total population of 1100 million, with an average of 72 to 78 people in each province. Some provinces have a larger population, while others have a smaller population.

Luzon, the largest province, has a total population of more than 130 million, and the southernmost provinces in South America, the least, have a population of between 10,000+ and 40.

If the vassal kings do well, it will be icing on the cake, but if they do not do well, it is irrelevant.

Naturally there are fat and thin among them. With the lofty prestige of Emperor Li Cha, neither the courtiers nor the concubines dare to comment on it. All decisions are made by His Majesty the Holy Emperor. Thunder, rain and dew are all the grace of the king.

Of course

These vassal states are not completely laissez-faire. According to Emperor Li Cha's intention, the 18 vassal states are allocated 3 million Tang Yuan by the Royal Yuwu Office every year to support the construction of the vassal states.

The 3 million Tang Yuan capital scale consists of two parts.

Part of the direct appropriation accounts for about 1/3, that is, about 1 million Tang Yuan per year, for a total period of 200 years.

This money is allocated from the annual investment income dividends of the Royal Fund, which belongs to the direct support of the imperial family to the vassal states. Each vassal state has an average of about 70 million Tang Yuan per year, and the average distribution is the main one.

Part of it is a low-interest long-term loan with an annual interest rate of 1.2%. The total annual investment is about 2300 million, accounting for 2/3 of the total amount of funds, and will continue until the end of this century, that is, until 1900.

This money was reviewed by the Royal Household Office, and the Royal Red Oak Bank issued it in place. It belongs to the supportive long-term loan funds of the imperial family. It is mainly used for urban construction, industrial and agricultural development, wharf roads, traffic bridges, reservoirs, hydropower stations and other construction projects. .

Specific projects are judged on a case-by-case basis, without equal distribution, and are used to support more promising and potential projects.
It is said that it is rare for parents in the world to love, and the same is true for Emperor Li Cha. It is not a matter of separating out all the vassal states, but that they have to be sent off for a ride.

The vassal states also implemented the Tang-style constitutional monarchy system, and the courtiers of the vassal states met with the king every week, which allowed the king to have decisive influence on many affairs and be able to influence the government.

The affairs of the vassal states focus on the economy and internal affairs, which enables each vassal state to concentrate on economic development without being distracted.

all of these

They all reflect the empire's support and love for these vassal states, reflect the emperor's will, and inadvertently reveal a little warmth.

Even though Emperor Li Cha had many heirs, with the vast territory of the Tang Empire, it was easy and effortless to arrange them.

The empire currently has 66 provinces, and after enfeoffing 15 provinces, there are still 51 provinces. In addition, more than a dozen ministries of the imperial government and the headquarters directly under the royal administration, departments, major consortiums and monopoly oligarchy enterprises, where can they not be placed?

The dragon has nine sons, each of which is different.

Not every His Royal Highness is an ambitious person. There are still a large number of His Royal Highnesses who are content with pleasure, or who are obsessed with art, opera and literature. The reward is enough.

Isn't it delicious to eat, drink and have fun every day?
Wouldn't it be good to enjoy the glory and wealth, listen to songs and have fun?

Emperor Li Cha was not too demanding on these princes who were difficult to become talents, and generally let them fend for themselves.

With the great wealth of the Tang Empire, the duke (note; duke without name) who was given a residence in the mansion after he became an adult, received a fixed salary of 62 Tang Yuan from the Royal Household Office every year, plus the royal rewards of the four seasons and six festivals, Rare and playful porcelain, clothing, food and cloth tributes, calculated, the Duke's mansion is worth more than 000 Tang yuan a year.

It doesn't add up to much expense, it's a trivial matter.

Here it is especially important to explain; there is no fixed salary for enfeoffed vassal kings, and the vassal state has to pay different amounts of tribute every year to bear part of the expenses of the local garrison, which is the obligation of the vassals.

(End of this chapter)