AussieHawker
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Is it possible for a Major war between Germany and Russia in the 1880s or 1890s? Adding on other powers is allowed.
The pod can came after 1871.
The pod can came after 1871.
Bismarck occasionally raised the spectre of war against Russia in the 1880s, so it was not considered impossible per se. But it would have to be the outcome of a miscalculation. It's not in Germany's interest to start it, and certainly not in Russia's.
The cornerstone of Bismarck foreign policy was close relations with Russia. And for good reason i would say, after it collapsed the Russo-German enmity didnt bode well for Germany (nor Russia, but thats another point)Why would you say it's not in Germany's interests (not disagreeing, interested)? As far as I can see, Germany holds the aces: a more modern military than Russia; potential for Austro-Hungarian assistance, maybe Ottoman as well; British neutrality. The main downside, which is always the case with regards Germany, is that there's the potential of a two-front war, if France gets involved. The benefit, though, would be domination of the Baltic + Poland.
Why would you say it's not in Germany's interests (not disagreeing, interested)? As far as I can see, Germany holds the aces: a more modern military than Russia; potential for Austro-Hungarian assistance, maybe Ottoman as well; British neutrality. The main downside, which is always the case with regards Germany, is that there's the potential of a two-front war, if France gets involved. The benefit, though, would be domination of the Baltic + Poland.
Why would you say it's not in Germany's interests (not disagreeing, interested)? As far as I can see, Germany holds the aces: a more modern military than Russia; potential for Austro-Hungarian assistance, maybe Ottoman as well; British neutrality. The main downside, which is always the case with regards Germany, is that there's the potential of a two-front war, if France gets involved. The benefit, though, would be domination of the Baltic + Poland.
As for Austria Hungary, I dont see how they could help the german effort muh.