On September 25, 1890, France and Belgium nearly simultaneously mobilized for war, and everyone knew that things were about to get serious.
The eyes of Europe were focused on Vienna. As the leader of the Anti-French Alliance, the stance of the Austrian Government would directly impact the subsequent changes on the European Continent.
Vienna Palace
Franz asked, "Has the German Federation not yet quarreled out a result?"
On their own, Belgium's strengths could not withstand the French, and waiting for the Austrian reinforcements to arrive meant that cooperation from North Germany at this time was particularly important.
Everyone understood the principle that if the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold. Once the French Army occupied Belgium, North Germany would become a battlefield—there would be no chance of remaining unscathed.
Under such circumstances, it was inevitable for North Germany to send troops to support Belgium. However, this was only theoretical.
