Kapitel 89: The Shepherd Boy and Foolish Ivan (7)

Though the Morocco Crisis ended in a technical victory with an agreement that Morocco would maintain independence while France would handle security and port management.

After moving armies when diplomatic resolution proved difficult, this situation couldn't end without aftershocks.

In August, as if to wash away that humiliation, Germany's first U-boat (submarine) series, SM U-1, made its official appearance.

A collection of advanced technologies including sturdy ballast keel and pressure hull.

Though exact specs and production numbers weren't revealed, it was obvious to the British-French-Russian alliance surrounding Germany that more of these U-boats would be produced.

During the taking sides process, Germany and the Dual Monarchy felt isolated and cornered, which led to diplomatic changes.

Namely, an anti-Slavic policy hostile to Pan-Slavism.

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