Because, at that time, the unwritten rule of the politics regarding this kind of situation was the rule of laissez-faire, meaning that the economy should be left do deal with it`s problems without the intervention of the government.
The country being described would be "Spain," since this is the only other country the lies on this peninsula besides Portugal, and Spain was one of the dominant forces in New World conquest.
The answer would be A. The reason being is that in the time that Prince Maximillian was in office royalty the Crimean War was happening.
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hey friend! its me again, y/n. war is about to start between us french and the indians. i may not survive but if i do i will have to make a few sacrifices such as stealing food, weapons, etc.
i may have to give my children up (if T/n has any kids of course). So if you dont hear from me again, i wish you the best in this life!
sincerely- Y/N