To: Sweden
Fr: USA

The Olympics are meant to encourage peace, to bring all nations together peacefully onto a fair field and compete athletically. The United States and her citizens support this idea wholeheartedly. While others in Europe misrepresent us as a monarchy or a feudal state, our governemnt has assured wider freedoms than any government before or since it. If the nations of Europe were to embargo a New York Olympic Games, it would just show Europe's blind aggression against the USA slighting the Games of some of its' most competitive athletes.

China's new army includes:

3rd Chinese Navy:
1 Aircraft Carrier (50 gold)
2 Destroyers (40 gold)
2 Frigates (30 gold)
Orders: Patrol Coast for Pirates
TOTAL: 120 gold

4th Chinese Airforce:
2 Fighter Wings (30 gold)
2 Bomber Wings (40 gold)
1 Transport Aircraft Wing (10 gold)
Orders: Stay in Nanking
TOTAL: 80 gold

5th Chinese Army:
2 Tank Regiments (30 gold)
2 Infantry Regiments (20 gold)
Orders: Stand ready to aid Japan's military against Spain.
TOTAL: 50 gold

To: Emperor Kwan-Sn and Premier Romanov
From: Chairman Matt Sung-Hui
Subject: Asian Leage
I thank you both for considering my proposal, and the Asian Leauge will stand out from all of the other pacts in the world. And Kwan-Sn, I will gladly help you in a war against Spain. They have been raiding my coasts and attacking my shipping.

Yours,

Chairman Matt Sung-Hui

After careful deliberation, the Olympic Association has selected the United States as host for the next Olympics.

OOC: This was done by a random dice roll actually!

Nemesis

To: The United States Of America
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Olympic Games
I would like to be the first to congratulate the USA on winning the rights to host the Olympic games. France for one shall be sending across its best athlete's to compete.
I would also like to this time to show that France does not hold an aggressive grudge against our brothers across the sea. I hope that you will accept this as an act of peace of freindship between our two nations.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: Chancellor Gothart Von Hotzendorf
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Olympic Games & French Colonies
I hope that you will reconsider your call for a blockade of the Olympic Games in New York. The games are a chance to bring the world together in peace and to let people forget about politics and world conflict for that one week. Please do reconsider.
As for the selling of the French Colonies in Asia, our lawyer's shall arrive in Berlin next week with all the neccessary paper-work to complete the deal. I hope that following this deal France and Germany can continue to work closer together and put aside their past differences.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

President Henry To Visit Moscow
President Phillipe Henry shall be visiting Moscow later this month to talk with Premier Romanov. These talks are expected to be about a possible treaty between France and Russia.
The President is also expected to take in the wonderful sites around Moscow and the upcoming Olympic Games...
From The French Parisian

To: President James Cain
From: Chairman Matt Sung-Hui
Subject: Olympics
We are very glad a great nation like the United States has been chosen to host the Olympic Games. We will be submitting the best athletes China has to the Games.

Yours,

Chairman Matt Sung-Hui

"Although Brazil was not chosen,I am very satisfied one of our best friends,the USA were chosen to host next Olympic Games.We will send the best athletes and I call fo Germany not to boycott these Games,which could bring peace between nations."

Gustavo Bergero,Radio Nacional,15th Februar 1936

I will also send my best athletes although I still think that New York is the wrong place for the olympics.

Am I really so surrounded by spineless followers of appeasment who would put world peace above the fundamental rights people? Has the world really become afraid of itself that they would not stand up for what is right, even in a simple demonstration as not attending Olympics in a nation that is a known human rights abuser? It's barbaric! We must stand up for what we believe in, or lose faith in our beliefs and have nothing left.

Show me this isn't so.

Yuri escapes prison under mysterious circumstances
Last night the disgraced former advisor Yuri escaped from the cell where he was being held, pending trial for multiple offences.
According to officials, he escaped from the prison he had been moved to by, quote: "Hypnotizing them and then forcing them to release him from his cell." The guards apparently remember these events occuring, but do not remember having any control over their own faculties.
A nationwide manhunt, led by an elite NKVD division, has been launched to locate and apprehend the escapee, who is described as extremely dangerous.

Russian athletes set to go to New York for Olympic Games
"Although we understand Germany's concern, we think that Greece may perhaps have chosen to set the Olympic Games in New York for the specific purpose of bringing the nations together and healing the wounds caused by the viscious exchange of words between the United States and several of the european nations recently." said the head of the Russian IOC branch, Piotr Smirnoff.
Russia will be sending athletes to compete in all the branches.

Top News: Civil War In Germany! Berlin Stock Market Crashes, Communist Rebellions Break Out Nation-Wide!
Maximillian Daniels for the Chicago Tribune, Berlin

Today, Dec. 14 1935, the Berlin Stock Market dropped over 500 points with the destruction of almost all Berlin gas stations by the terrorist group, Rotes Jihad, in the German African colony.

The Reichsmark, recently introduced on near parity with the Franc, has already inflated 20%.

In the wake of this huge monstrosity, oil prices in Germany have skyrocketed. The whole amount was planned to be rebought from Iran, however, before the government could take any action the Deutsche Kommunistische Partei (DKP) staged massive revolts in Prussia, Bavaria and Silesia.

What caused such an uncanny rip from Germany's traditionally conservative ways? It is believed, by both myself and by and large the world populace, that hardly any German family is prepared to face the inflation and economic crisis of 1923. The DKP, which was rumored to have been supported by the Islamic factions of Iran, now stands strong with an army nearly the size of Weimar Germany.

Chancellor von Hotzendorf, whom has only been Chancellor for 5 months now, is reportedly safe but will not leave Berlin.

"Democracy makes its stand here," he said. "Germany is the battlefield of a falsified utopia and a realistic representational government. Myself, my generals and my army shall fight to the last breath of the last man; we will not surrender."

This has seemed to show Germany's mercurial ways. After the failure of the Olympic embargo of New York the German Olympic team was said to have already left by blimp for New York.

The leader of the DKP, Lukas Getschreibben, has not only fought alongside his up-to-date army which had been training underground for over a year, but also the German Socialist Party leader, Rainart Heidelsdt. With this, virtually the whole liberal left-wing in Germany has taken up arms with the Republic.

What is to be the outcome of this Civil War? I cannot say; the sides are too evenly matched, too reputed, too determined. However, I can say this: whoever's side loses will suffer a huge loss.

Canadian atheletes are now being sent to New York.

TO: the United States and Brazil.
FROM: Pierre Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada.
SUBJECT: Congratulations

Canada congratulates your success in hosting the next Olympic games, and hopes that both our nations will have great results in these games, along with the rest of the world.

However, there is now a much more dire matter to speak of, Germany has erupted into Civil War, and while we may have had hostilities with the nation, something must be done.

We have three options..

1. Support the Democracy, and either a) Send troops to assist the Germans, or b) Launch an economic campagin agianst the Communist rebels.

2. Wait for world decision to see what should be done.

3. Remain Neutral and stay out of the conflict.

I leave the decision to you my allies, I will support any measures taken.

To Chancellor von Hotzendorf of the Democratic Germany
Russia will do whatever is necessary to bring these rebels to their knees!
We have ourselves experienced the folly of a so-called "people's democracy", and will not, nay cannot allow such a thing to happen to one of our closest friends. My troops and resources are at your disposal.
Good luck
Nicolay Alexandrovich Romanov

"Oh no, oh no, oh no. This can't be happening! Our new-born alliance is being put to the test far too quickly! But we shall prove ourselves worthy of their friendship..."
Romanov paced the war room fretfully and nervously. He needed to hear a response from von Hotzendorf, needed to hear that he was safe and holding his ground. The message had been sent by the private channel, but even secure channels were not always air-tight. What if the communists overheard the transmissions? What if they stopped them entirely? What if, what if...
Bicolay knew there could be no slip-ups. Having a volatile communist state as their next-door neighbour was just not an option. He had to hope the world would join him in fighting down the menace. The fragile peace of the post-war world hung in the balance yet again...

IRANIAN PROGRESSIVE PARTY LOSES PARLIAMENT

Prime minister Farid al-Qafar was released from the hospital last week into what can only be called the worst crisis of his time. With public confidence shaken by the nearly successful assassination attempt on the prime minister and eroded by the government's hushed cover-up of the attempt's details, the IPP's popularity was at an all-time low, and voters showed their disapproval, voting a record-setting number of seats to the more radical Islamic Unity Party, with minority and special-interest parties gaining seats as well. The prime minister's government remains in power only by the narrowest of margins, although there are rumors that the Islamic Unity Party may call for a vote of no confidence to oust the prime minister. The IUP quickly took advantage of its advantage, pushing through a flurry of legislation for increased military spending and fighting for increased terms of military service. "The peace of the capitalist imperials has failed," Mustafa Qaman, leader of the IUP proclaimed. "It is in war that the fates of our people must be decided, and we must fight with strength and courage to ensure that that fate is a glorious one!"

To: all of the participating nations
Fr: USA

Subj: Welcome

The United States government would like to thank the Olympic Committee in Greece for the selection of the New York site, and would also like to extend the warmest greetings to the athletes from around the world who will be making the journey here. The New York Olympic Village has been constructed five miles north of the suburbs of the city, and the Olympic Stadium is nearing completion, and should be finished by the time the last athletes arrive. This grand stadium of marble and limestone will seat 125,000 spectators, and will host track and field events and the opening and closing ceremonies. The US is looking forward to seeing foreign visitors to cheer on their athletes, and the Atlantic Sailing Company has authorized the sale of specially priced tickets to those wishing to come see their Olympians. A ticket equivelant to $51 US dollars will buy you a round trip to and from New York, to any port of call serviced by Atlantic Sailing. The company has 51 international ports, and it is hoped this will bring unprecedented numbers to this momentous event

To: Canada
Fr: USA

Though Germany's former government saw fit to meddle in the internal affairs of others, it is not the policy of this government to do any such thing. The US will remain neutral until a viable government takes power in Germany.

To: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Rebellion
France shall stand by th German democracy in its time of need. For the freedom of all German people we are sending our 7th and 8th armies to aid yours in the task of defeating the rebels.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

Socialist Freedom Party Support Plummets!
The SDF's support in France has plummeted after the out-break of the Civil War in Germany. Their was reported looting of SDF buildings earlier today as the population showed it's backing for the right-wing.
SDF Franc Bertrand has continually attempted to tell the French people that his party does not support and only condones the attrocities in Germany, although the French people don't seem to be listening to his desperate calls...
From The French Parisian

I am speaking for the whole Venice Pact when I say that we will support all moves against the rebels. Allthough I am not willing to send troops I can send you some material (oil) from our Norweigan deposits.

Emergency dispatch from the government of Gothart von Hotzendorf
I am incredibly thankful that so many powers have offered their support to my government in its darkest hour. The sacrifice of theirs shall not go unrewarded and we will work, fight, and pray side by side with our friends in France, Russia, Italy and Sweden.

At the same time, I would like to thank America, for finally revealing to the world her true colors as an isolationist and vengeful nation. It would appear it was quite logical for us to boycott them, as they have made themselves shown as the appitamy of selfishness. Democracy was born in America, and I fear it may die here, in America, or in both.

The DKP has reportedly seated its capital at Konigsberg on the Vistula river. So far they have control over the major German cities Maderburg, Leipzig, Dresden, Munich, Gdansk, Warsaw, Prague, Krakow and Teschen. This has also cut of the German border with her allies in Russia, and I ask that she drive all along the front to quickly rejoin our borders.

Lastly, Berlin is in danger of being beseiged. Maderburg reportedly contains 3 divisions of DKP forces: we pray that they do not reach our beloved city.

"Although our American friends have decided not to intervene in Germany,the Brazilian government sees it together with its ally Sweden as her mission to defend Democracy all over the world.
So I assure the rightful German government under Chancellor von Hotzendorf our full support;we will stop any economic relation with the communist rebels and send military help to the
democratic Government if requested."

Extra! Russia fights for democracy in German civil warExtra!
Russian 1st and 4th armies have crossed the frontier to seize communist strongholds in east Germany and alleviate the besieged government in Berlin, after the German chancellor sent a plea for help from his offices.
The campaign is not expected to last very long, as we believe the Grand White army has much better morale than the misguided forces of the communists, and we know there is help coming from other free nations too.

To Chancellor von Hotzendorf of Germany
I have just sent my 1st and 4th armies to free the East German frontier, and they will be supported by the 5th Squadron.
At the same time, I wish to inform you that I have a special forces group with two paratroop regiments ready to drop on Berlin and aid your defence, if you should wish so.
May god protect you.
Premier Nicolay Alexandrovich Romanov

"And so it begins..." Nicolay muttered as his aides shoved the little figures that denoted his armies over the border to one of his closest friends...

To: Chancellor von Hotzendorf
Fr: President Cain

Sigh. Okay, perhaps if I use simpler language...

The US will not meddle in the internal affairs of other nations, no matter if that nation is a staunch democratic ally or a bastion of fascist evil. The uprisings across Germnay are obviously supported by a great many people, why is their cause any more or less legitimate than your own? To them, you are the evil oppressor, the one who scythes their dreams with nary a thought. The policies of Germany should be decided by Germans, so America has no place over there. I have no wish to see American boys bleed and suffer and die simply because you can't stomach the thought of half your population despising your pretty little republic. Keep democracy functioning longer than 3 years, and then you can make snide comments about governments that have guaranteed and fought for freedom for almost 200 years.


Oh, and appitamy isn't even a word. I think the word you were struggling for is 'epitome' I've enclosed a volume of Webster's New English Dictionary so that hopefully your ignorance can be somewhat contained.

(OOC: No hard feelings, just getting into character....bickering is fun ;) )

[b]To: Mr. President (hah!) Can
From: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf

>> I have no wish to see American boys bleed and suffer and die simply because you can't stomach the thought of half your population despising your pretty little republic. Keep democracy functioning longer than 3 years, and then you can make snide comments about governments that have guaranteed and fought for freedom for almost 200 years.<<

I find it ironic that this is spouting from the government who virtually set up our Republic back in 1919. Functioning for more than 3 years? Well buddy, its been working for 16. If you want to step away from your claim of 'making the world safe for democracy' then I see no reason why my government should pay any attention to trumped-up little fools such as yourself.

Enjoy the peace you have over there--just because you're citizens and fighting men can't fight doesn't mean we Europeans can't.

Despite the raging conflicts in the rest of the world, The Asian Leauge stands peaceful yet strong. China's economy is doing well, and small business sales are at an all-time high, according to the Beijing Dragon. Yet China's powerful army stands ready to bring revenge upon Spain in assitance to Japan.

To: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf
From: Chairman Matt Sung-Hui
Subject: Civil War
We give our deepest regrets you are in such a bad position, and we would be willing to help you if the nations that are already helping are not enough.

Yours,

Chairman Matt Sung-Hui

Matt, considering you're a Communinst nation, you might want to consider aiding the Communists. It just seems that no one is taking their side, and in the interest of a good game...

OOC: I was a Communist, but now I am a Republic. I will still help the communists if I knew what the were. /OOC

Right, Germany, Britain, Sweden, Canada and Italy(Luffaren's back) all need to have their latest buys in by TONIGHT!

Remember after this one, it reverts to 100 gold per week!

And finally, Spain will become a neutral nation once more, as Dazer doesn't seem to be playing.

Nemesis

To Chairman Matt Sung-Hui of China:
We are very pleased that your country grants Japan the support it needs to handle this crisis. We still have not heard a word from Spain and will give them one more chance to resolve the whole matter. Japan wants peace after all, but we are willing to defend ourselves from evil.
Emperor Kwan-Sn

To Spain:
This is our last attempt to establish some kind of communication between our two nations. The blockade that is taking place should by now have had some effects on your colony. Japan gives you another 24 hours to contact us but if you fail again to meet this deadline We have no other choice than to draw the consequences.
Emperor Kwan-Sn

To Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf of Germany:
We are very sorry to hear that civil war has erupted in your country. First the death of Hindenburg and now this. Very dark times indeed for Germany but as for now we have to inform you that Japan won't be taking sides in this conflict. We are sure that you will be able to handle this crisis.
Emperor Kwan-Sn

The Spanish President marched to the podium, then began to address the media.

"Spain sees Japanese actions as agressive. We have already despatched one of our carrier battlegroups to the area to halt their incursions, and assure the Japanese we will be carrying out our own investigation into the piracy that has plagued the Pacific and Indian Oceans recently.

"The Barcelona battlegroup has my full authority to destroy any pirate vessels and havens that it comes across, and its aircraft will be sweeping the area looking for such things.

"This however is a warning to Japan. Their movements into Spanish territory are an act of war, and Spain will react as such if they do not pull back within one day. Our carrier battlegroup, plus the army on our colony have been set on full alert."

I still need Italy, Germany and Britain's buys. These MUST be in soon!

From now on, to speed up the process, I will the night before a buy or order PM you a form with your deployments and orders on so that it is easy to edit and send back.

For Wednesdays, it will be in this form:

1st Army
Orders: Defend country.

2nd Fleet
Orders: Defend coast.

etc

For Saturdays and Sundays, it will be in this form:

1st Army
2 tank regiments
3 infantry regiments
Orders: Defend country.

2nd Fleet
1 aircraft carrier
2 destroyers
Orders: Defend coast.

etc

I will also include the amount of gold you get that week on the Sat/Sun ones.

I hope this will make it easier for us all, and as I will be copying and pasting from the documents I have of deployments you sent me, it will be in the style you like(ie with ship names for Japan etc). This also means that spelling errors are your fault :p

I would like to remind you all if you are going to be away for a Sat/Sun, that you tell me so I can send you the deployment sheet early so that you can buy things early, although this won't come into being until that day.

If you're going to be away for a Wednesday but not a Sat/Sun period, there is no need to tell me unless you want to change orders.

Oh, and NO PM IS NEEDED ON A WEDNESDAY if you aren't changing your orders!

Nemesis

ok

HEADLINES

GERMANY ON THE OFFENSIVE

The Communist rebels in Bavaria came under fierce attack today from two huge Panzer corps raised from the passionate people of Berlin, who want their republic to endure.

The outcome of the battle is unknown as yet, but should be revealed soon(OOC- ie; tomorrow!).

SPAIN DEMANDS JAPANESE WITHDRAWL

Spain demanded the withdrawal of Japanese units from Spanish territory and waters today, and demanded an end to the blockade.

The argument is over the Pacific pirates, who seem to be operating out of bases in Spanish territory.

SAS UNCOVER SECRET BASE

The British SAS today discovered a remote pirate's haven on the Australian coast. Sources say that it seems to be the base that the Pacific pirates have been operating out of.

The SAS commander said that the base had been hard to find due to its remote location, and said stumbling upon it was "pure dumb luck".

SOUTH AFRICA BUILDS UP, BUT WHAT IS THEIR MOTIVE?

The kingdom of South Africa's army is expanding at an alarming rate, according to sources. Figures point to South Africa having nearly 20 tank regiments and 20 infantry regiments under arms, not to mention "significant" air assets and a powerful fleet.

But what is this build-up in aid of? Is it really for defence as the South African government say, or is it for some other, more sinister, purpose?

PRESIDENT DON DAZE II RESIGNS

President Don Daze II resigned due to ill health today, after a series of illnesses has kept him from doing his job as leader of Spain.

He said that it "isn't fair upon the people, having a leader who's never well".

He will be sadly missed by his people.

His Vice President now takes control of Spain, and immediately begins the build-up of Spain's military, which under Don Daze II was "weaker than a village militia!" according to him.

TRINITY ALLIANCE FORMED

Spain, Greece and Egypt have signed an alliance that will guarantee them security. Each nation has two carrier battlegroups, which makes this alliance a potent naval power. Also, the alliance is strong in the air, and quite strong on land. The three nations have made it clear that they are peaceful, and this alliance is to guarantee their security. The Trinity Alliance is likely to back Spain in a war against Japan should it ever come to that, although fighting a war against a nation half the world away is unwanted by all.


TO DEXTER

If France sells her Indo-Chinese possessions, she will be liable for a cut in her weekly allowance, as land is part of what gives you that money.

If she sells Indo-China, the resulting stability in her own economy would lead to only a 30 gold a week cut. If she sells the African colonies, that will be an extra 20 gold cut.

Nemesis

Spain officially announces her resignation from the Venice Pact due to her membership in the Trinity Alliance.

The poweful Spanish Secret Service has uncovered evidence suggesting that a European power funded the rebels not only in Panama, but also in Brazil. The nation's identity will remain a secret, but Spain no longer wishes to be in the Venice Pact.

In other news, a portion of South Africa's army has disappeared.
Rumours are abound that they are going to attack France.

(This is my advance warning to France, as there has to be 1 day notice before attack orders are given. South Africa will attack you tomorrow in the new orders phase.)

Now a rule change once more.

Once all orders are in for Wednesdays and Sat/Sun, any attack orders will be immediately resolved to prevent problems.

ALSO I NEED BRITAIN AND ITALY'S BUYS FOR SATURDAY BEFORE TOMORROW NIGHT OR THEY WON'T RECEIVE THE 250 GOLD!

I'm sorry to be harsh, but I need those damned orders!

Nemesis

"My people I have bad news:As you may have heard by Spanish officials a European nation has supported the criminal rebels in Panama and here in our great Brazil.
But I was schocked when I learned that our believed ally Sweden is the one.I became suspicious when they called them freedom fighters,but I could not believe it.But it is true.We are glad Spain has drawn the right conclusions and left the Venice pact.We will do this as well and I urge Italy to do so.
But this is not enough.So many Americans have died through Swedish imperialism,that we have to end it.I have talked to my friends in the AA and we all think something has do be done.So tomorrow the parliaments of our three nations will order a combined attack against the occupied part of South America.
However we will not target any civilian areas just military and government installations.We will not allow any European troops to intervene,but we are not planning any action against Sweden itself.If Sweden decides not to give any resistance,their troops will be treated after Geneva conventions and sent back to Sweden as soon as possible."

(sorry for spelling)

"Fitta!" Max Gustav af Stockholm said. "Lies only lies. I would never support terrorists. I knew that the AA would come up with something like this to increase their power and take what is rightfully mine."

To: Italy
From: Sweden
We should immediately exclude Brazil from the Venice Pact. You must also send all troops to help me out! Sweden counts on you.

To: Nations of the World
From: Sweden
I request assistance from all nations. I assure you all that I wasn´t responsible for any terrorist help or assistance in Central America. I would never support terrorists! I urge you to help me.

To: AA
From: Sweden
I warn you not to attack Swedish S. America. Any crossing of the border will we taken as an act of War. Beware that we will never surrender Swedish S. America to anyone!

"Our secret service has intercepted several Swedish transmissions.They only contain lies.The AA is not aggressive,but over Swedish America weapons and supplies were given to the rebels.So we have to take action.
I say to Sweden:I really can assure your people and troops will be treated well if they do not give resistance.And see the reality:the Venice pact is no more.Spain and we have recognized your true nature and Italy was even not willing to defend itself in the conflict with Greece and Egypt.
I also call upon France:We have heard your colonies are in danger of South African forces.Support our rightful war against Sweden diplomatically and after the Swedish are away we will send troops to assist you in your act of self-defence."

Spoiling for a fight, South Africa sends 10 infantry regiments to help defend Swedish South America.

The Trinity Alliance, at Spain's insistence, hasn't joined in the war. However, all three states send one carrier battlegroup each to the area to observe.

Nemesis

TO: Sweden
FROM: The AA (American Alliance) member Canada
SUBJECT: Imediate Withdrawl.

As Brazil as already put, according to the evidence shown to the other members Sweden is responsible for these actions, the weapons appear to be coming in from Swedish South America.

Weither or not you had anything to do with these actions is beyond the point, the fact is, the rebels who were attacking Brazillian and Panamanian Citizens and Cities were supplied with weapons coming from this area.

We do not wish for war with Sweden, but this area will have to be annexed to sucure peace in the region.

Swedish citizens and troops will be allowed to return to Scandanavia, as will all important Diplomats and Government officals.

However all Swedish Partisans, and Criminals found to be smuggling weapons to Panama will be arrested and put on trial.

All of these accords will follow the Geneva convention.

***********************************************

TO: France
FROM: AA Member Canada
SUBJECT: Possible attack from South Africa.

We have noticed a build up of South African troops which seemed to have disappeared, they may be focusing to attack your French Colonies in Africa, we suggest you make the proper actions torwards this "possible" invasion.

If you ask, the AA will provide you with Military support.

***********************************************

TO: The Nations and Kingdoms of Europe and Asia
FROM: The AA
SUBJECT: the Swedish Situation

Let me clarify to all the nations of the world that what is happening in South America is NOT i repeat NOT an invasion of Sweden or declaration of war in anyway.

We are simply annexing this territory to stop the terrorists who continue to attack and kill Panamanian and Brazillian citizens, the Territory may even be returned to Sweden after the Situation is resolved.

Prime minister Farid al-Qafar, looking years older following the assassination attempt, stood at the podium. "... and furthermore," he announced, "we, the proud people of Iran, are happy to support the American Alliance in its attempt to restore order to its soil. We..." he paused, hearing some commotion outside--indeed, a very loud commotion.

Commotion with gunfire.

"My people!" he yelled. "Do not panic!" This announcement, of course, had noticeably little effect as several windows shattered overhead and the sounds of battle outside rose to a climax. Escorted by members of his personal guard, the prime minister swiftly evacuated the hall, but matters were hardly any better once outside.

---

Headline from the Tehran Crier (now under new management) two days later:
ISLAMIC UNITY PARTY TAKES CONTROL IN COUP

A glorious uprising has occured in our great nation, throwing out the spineless diplomats imposed upon us by the West and rightfully returning power to the true masters of our people under new President Mustafa Qaman, supported by the righteous soldiers of Islam. Rejoice, people of Iran and of the greater nations of Islam, for you are finally free to live in true accord with the words of the Prophet, delivered from the sins of barbarian foreign culture! Farid al-Qafar, the treacherous cur who sought to lead Iran to ruin in the hands of the foreign imperialists, fled over the Chinese border to seek asylum like a cowardly dog, and the few foolish misguided soldiers loyal to him quickly surrendered and have learned the errors of their ways.

For Allah and His glory!

OOC: Iceeye, I'm sure you were referring to the Honda car with that first exclamation you made...

Russia deeply involved in Germany, Duma unable to decide on course of action with regards to Swedish South America
With several Russian armies still involved in the German civil war, many in the Duma are reluctant to act. They also point to the fact that Russia has no troops in the area, so any aid to one side or the other would be token only.
The other side, the Hawks of the Duma, currently an extremely volatile minority, say that this is an excellent chance to pay Sweden back for the Greek debacle.
The current government policy is one of non-intervention, not due to lack of interest, but due to lack of resources at this most inopportune time.

Yuri still on the run
Despite a trail of mysterious happenings blazed across the country, investigators are still at a loss to figure out where the former advisor is hiding. Tips leading to his discovery may be handsomely rewarded, say officials.

"The world sure moves in mysterious ways, Murphy, very mysterious ways. How come everything comes crashing down on me at once?"
"I've been working out a law to that effect, sir. The way I see it, anything that can go wrong, will go wrong, and at the most inopportune time..."
!That's a good law, Murphy, a very good law indeed.!

Conrad von Hotzendorf remained in Berlin. Outside him, his beloved city smoked and burned. The troops from Mardenburg had made good on their intent; a siege of Berlin had begun.

The Chancellor still refused to leave. He continued on about how democracy and socialism made a final duel in Berlin and that democracy would, as it always had, win. Right would win over left, freedom over oppression, and it would always be that way.

He reached up to the podium in the Reichstag. By decree, the whole body had been ordered to remain in Berlin and, all but the leftists and socialists remained.

"Germany lies on her darkest hours since 1919. Berlin is slowly being encircled, and we alone do not have the troops to keep it. If Bavaria is successfully taken, we will move the capital to Munich should Russian paratroops not be enough to save our city."

As he finished, a shell crashed into a building less than a block away from the Reichstag.

"The situation calls for an immediate evacuation of all the wives and children of Reichstag representatives from Berlin. We must think safety now, and not valor."

More shells and gunfire resumed.

"It is so sad to see the works of Englebert and Hindenburg go to shreds in such a fashion. Unless more, immediate help comes, Weimar Germany eventually and Berlin immediately will surely fall to the Deutsche Kommunistische Partei forces of General Lukas Getschreibben. But, if there is any man in this building that is not willing to die for it, I ask him to leave now."

Not one man left the building.

"Then may god bless you, your children and your childrens children. But for now, we must pray, for god must save Germany."

Pierre sat down at his desk, looking over the events of the week..

He'd had barely 6 hours sleep since the armed forces began to mobilize for war..

.. It was odd, the world seemed to be collasping in on it's self, Iran's new Islamic government, the German Civil War, and now the Swedish South America debacle..

But it was all necessary, after all citizens being killed would not be tolerated, but he was begining to wonder, when this madness would stop.

It'd all be over soon, he decided.

To: Sweden
Fr: USA

The attacks on Swedish South America will commence tomorrow, across the enitre front, with the might of the entire American hemisphere behind it. You have brought this on yourself, now be banished from our lands.

To: South Africa
Fr: USA

If you do not wish the total destruction of your infantry regiments, we suggest they not intervene in the South American issue.


To: neutral nations
Fr: USA

We do not object to your observing the operations against Swedish terrorists, however, US ships will be operating in the area and will be ona wartime footing. We strongly urge all neutral ships to show thier colors clearly to avoid being fired upon.

To: Chairman Matt Sung-Hui of China
From: President Mustafa Qaman

We have reason to believe that the traitorous ex-prime minister Farid al-Qafar is now hiding within your borders and demand he be extradicted immediately! If you do not turn over this treasonous scoundrel we may have to send our operatives to do it themselves.

To: Chancellor Gothart Von Hotzendorf
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Aid
The French 7th and 8th armed forces have been deployed and will march on Berlin in an attempt to aid the Russian Paratroopers and the German forces. It is in all our best interests that the Communists are stopped and prevented from taking control over Germany.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: The Canadian Government
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: South Africa
Our secret services have not found any information to confirm your talks of a South African attack on French colonies. Although I do believe that the South African Goverment may be up to something I do not believe they will attack French-Afrika.
I would also like to decline your offer of military aid, France has a large enough army with which to protect itself and its colonies.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: Max Gustav Of Sweden
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: South America
France shall mind its own business in Swedish affairs but warn that any such funding of terrorist activity in France shall be dealt with severly.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

French Colonial Sale Falls Through
Following the outbreak of civil war in Germany the sale of French colonies in Asia have fallen through.
Also in Parliament the Socialist Freedom party de-railed any further attemptsd to sell French colonies calling it a "defilement of the French Asian people's rights".
Although Socialist Support is waning they still hold the second most seats in parliament and have a strong say on French policy.

Remember all deployments must be to me by tonight or I will use the Sat/Sun ones for the battles!

I've already had some.

Nemesis

South Africa calls off any invasion of French territory, their movements were only "maneuveres".

Now they send more reinforcements to Swedish South America, knowing that with the whole American Alliance against it, their ally is going to need all the help they can get.

They also send one fleet to protect their troops, and one fleet to help the Swedish break through any attempt to stop them reaching South America.

The Trinity Alliance remains neutral, but warns the American Alliance that it will not see defenceless transports fired upon.

Nemesis

TO: The Trinity Alliance
FROM: The AA Member Canada
SUBJECT: South Africa's assistance of Sweden

If South Africa wishes to join the side of Sweden during this operation then they will be treated as hostile targets.

Any non-Civilian South African ship will be fired upon, and all military forces will be attacked, captured/killed.

If South Africa continues her assistance of Swedish South America, then we will consider an invasion of South Africa herself.

If you support Terrorisim, then please, join the side of Sweden, but if you are a staunch supporter of Democracy, you will stay out of this conflict.

The Trinity Alliance will only act if innocent people are killed. They are just there as peacekeepers to prevent civilians dying.

Also Kushanis, I need your new orders in within about three to four hours so I can resolve the combat!

Nemesis

[OOC - I'll get em to ya, just going through the final actions.]

Right, I just want everyone to know that war isn't an instant process. Each combat report is just one round of fighting(one dice roll per unit). That means it will take a few combat resolutions(each Wednesday and Sunday) to completely destroy an enemy unless you are lucky.

But you do gain ground if you force an enemy to retreat a bit by causing losses, and that ground gives you extra gold and takes it away from them.

I estimate Argentina in total to be worth 25 gold of Sweden's total 100 gold per turn.

Nemesis

uknemesis:
you shouldn´t worry about how much gold argentina is worth, instead tell me how much gold I will get from, what shall we say, whole of brazil(real world that is) as that soon belongs to Sweden. ;)

Oof! Oof! Hubris isn't good...:(
You watch out, Sweden, or you may go out the greek legendary way :whipped:

Right, combat has been decided. I will post the combat report tomorrow.

Let's just say that Sweden hasn't conquered Brazil!

But the Swedish haven't been totally driven from South America... yet.

I will post it tomorrow so I can give it a bit of detail.

Nemesis

[OOC - It's the 6th Uk, give us details! :eek:]

It will be up in an hour or so.

Nemesis

Right, actual casualties won't be mentioned here, they will be PMed to you all. That's to prevent people knowing what's in your armies etc.

HEADLINES

SOUTH AMERICA ENGULFED IN WAR

The American Alliance today launched a huge assault on Swedish South America. The South Africans supported the Swedes, and the 2nd South African Army dug in alongside the Swedish 3rd Army. Only the battered remains of the 3rd Swedish Army now remains, with the South Africans completely destroyed.

In a bold move, the 1st South African Army and the 2nd Swedish Army crossed the border, driving deep into Brazil. They were stopped only by the 2nd United States Army and Brazil's 3rd Army. These two armies drove the invaders back, but were ultimately completely destroyed. However, they inflicted massive damage upon the invaders.

THE WAR AT SEA

All transports made it through due to the brave sacrifice of their escorts. The 5th and 6th South African Fleets blasted a way through the 1st and 2nd Canadian Fleets, and Brazil's 6th Fleet, their superior firepower forcing the allies back. Heavy damage was taken by both sides, but the South Africans held to get the transports to safety.

The 4th United States Fleet was in the area, but looking for Swedish ships, not South African ones, and so the South Africans were able to slip through their fingers. The mighty 4th would certainly have finished off the South Africans.

In the north, the air groups of the Brazil, United States and Swedish navies clashed, with both sides losing aircraft. The ships clashed in a huge show of power, with neither gaining the advantage. The Swedish transports ran the gauntlet while the ships and aircraft kept the enemy occupied, and managed to deploy their cargoes.

THE AIR WAR

In Swedish South America, only one squadron, the South African 3rd Squadron, provided air cover for the land forces. They were decimated after being outnumbered about 3 to 1.

Casualties will now be PMed to all of you.

The land taken by Brazil, when countered with small slice taken by Sweden, gives Brazil an extra 10 gold per turn, and takes away from Sweden 10 gold per turn.

THE WAR IN GERMANY

16 Panzer regiments crushed 8 infantry regiments, and the huge allied force crushed the attack of 10 armoured regiments upon Berlin.

The Communists have been defeated, except for five infantry regiments believed to be hiding out near the Swedish border.

THE LATEST MAP:

http://www.civfanatics.net/uploads/uknes1.jpg

No complaints please, the combat was random using the system on the first page.

Nemesis

Swedish border? You mean Denmark?

"My people many of our brave soldiers have died in this battle.They were infanterists,tank drivers,pilots or seamen.We lost many ships,planes and tanks.And few of our citizens now live under Swedish oppression.We have reports they are already building concentration camps for `rebels`.But despite this we were able to free many Argentinans from these bloody imperialists.Soon a new conscription phase will begin so we can replace our lost men.Together with our friends in Ottawa and Washington we will fight till all Americans are governed by true Americans."

"Swedish people, we have suffered horrible losses at the hands of the AA. They attacked our brave soldiers and killed many of them. Of course they also suffered horrible losses not estimated at this moment. Although we are pressed back and outnumbered many times WE WILL NEVER SURRENDER."

To: All nations
From: Sweden
We desperately need help to defend ourselfs from the evil AA. You should now that we never supported the rebels in panama or anywhere else. And we have not built any concentration camps!

Dispatch from the government of Conrad von Hotzendorf
Never forget the only freedom fighters we have on our planet. Never forget those Germans, French and Russians buried in Munich, Berlin and Warsaw who selflessly gave their lives in the name of freedom and democracy. We shall never forget them, and as long as we are here they will be revered.

With the German Civil War quickly coming to a close, Germany again looks out on her world away from her home. Side by side with their friends in Paris and Moscow they have purged the Germanic countryside of Communism.

The situation brewing in America--nasty. President Cain, who spat upon every value I hold dear, dares to charge the Swedish as imperialist savages? The replaced every drop of oil in Germany at no cost. America just bashes my government, set up by them, in its darkest hour.

The German government is strongly considering joining Sweden in their fight to keep the American Alliance from dominating half the world.

To: Germany
From: Sweden
Yes pleace pleace help us!

OOC: Toasty, read your PMs!

Martin Yenkovich poked his head out form the hatch of the tank, and looked at the burrning ruins of what had been a town to his left, peered over at a fruit farm straight ahead. All around, the flat, lush greens, yellows and browns of crops growing spread towards the horizon. Behind him, like a huge dustcloud on the broad dirt road, stretched the marching coloumns of the infantry divisions of Russias 1st army.

The remains of the 1st Russian army's tank divisions, of which his "Naina" had been a part, trundled along at the head of the coloumn, through countryside familiar to him. He had been here before, in the last war. Only then, he had been fighting for the communists. Now many of his comrades had laid down their lives to defeat them. How strange life could be sometimes.

But politics and diplomacy were not his concern. His crew were his concern. His comrades in arms were his concern. And he was pleased that once again he had pulled them through without casualties, one of the few tanks that did.
Martin was not devout christian. But at times like this, the only sensible thing to do seemed to be thanking God for his good luck.

So, for the first time in more years than Martin Yenkovich cared to remember, he prayed.

Nicolay stood with his entourage at the foot of the gangway to his personal zeppelin. A place in Tempelhof airport had been hastily cleared for the Premiers personal transport. All around him, he saw the destruction caused by the misguided ideologies of the rebels. Still, fires burned, still gunfire and explosions could be heard in the distance. Government troops clearing out the last of the rebels.

Romanov noticed with a wry smile the red carpet on the ground in front of him, and the slightly hap-hazard honour guard that stood there waiting for him. His own paratroops. The 9th special. They had done well, but the had been hurt badly. Only half were left, many of them had been lightly wounded or mentally scarred for life. Paratroopers were tough, but the last stand in Berlin could not have been easy for anyone. He walked along, careful to stop and talk to each and every one of them. Words of encouragement. Praise. He needed to make them feel appreciated, special. That was the way to secure a soldier's loyalty. Notice him. Treat him like more than a statistic, more than cannon-fodder. Or at least make him feel that way.

The German liason tapped him on the shoulder when he was finished.
"This way, sir. We have an armored car ready to take you to the Reichstag. I'm sorry it's not more, ehm, fitting, but in these times..."
"I understand fully. You can take me to the Reichstag presently. The Chancellor and I have much to talk about. But first, take me to the infirmary."
"Sir, I don't know if..."
"Please."

Oops Toasty, I meant the Swiss border!

Nemesis

Oh and everyone, I meant in those PMs that those were your deployments MINUS your casualties!

Sorry!

Nemesis

To: President Mustafa Qaman
From: Chairman Matt Sung-Hui of China
Subject: Farid al-Qafar
My military is currently searching the Iranian-Chinese border for any signs of the traitor al-Qafar. We have already found an abandoned campsite on our border not of Chinese origin. Our best tracking teams are on the job.

Yours,
Chairman Matt Sung-Hui

As the rest of the world declines into war, China holds her ground as a peaceful nation. She will, though, be ready to aid Japan if it declares war on Spain. China does not wish to take sides on the Swedish-AA conflict, as a sidenote.

OOC: Nemesis, I'll PM you over the weekend if I decide to move troops into Spain. /OOC

To: Canada, Brazil
Fr: USA

The righteousness of our cause is evident, our desire and determination will not be broken. Our nations will emerge from the fires of this war forged strong and true. The United States will continue to press the attack and drive the European imperialists from our allies' homeland.

To: Armed Forces High Command, Brazil and Canada
Fr: US General Staff

Subj: Joint strategy

The War Department and the General Staff would like to set up a joint command location for the purpose of formulating strategy in this war. The location choices will be sent to each of you privately, and your quick input can bring our brightest military minds together to bring the AA to victory.

NEWS FROM BRITAIN

"BRITAIN WILL NOT INTERFERE IN GERMANY, BUT WILL AID SWEDEN" - PRESIDENT HJALMAR MITCHELL

Pres. Mitchell declared today that Britain will not aid Germany against the Communist Rebellion. Mitchell said that the Communist Rebellion is proof of the German people's dissatisfaction at the present Democratic Governement. Mitchell said, that, although Britain does not support the concept of Communism, the RGB has not right to judge the political beliefs of other nations.

On the other hand, Britain WILL support Sweden, but only diplomatically for the time being. Mitchell said that the RGB Defence Force (RGBDF) will be concidering an all out attack on the AA, but he cannot comment on whether this will happen for sure.

PRESIDENT MITCHELL CRITISIZES AMERICAN ALLIANCE

In a heated press conference today in London, President Hjalmar Mitchell said that Britain does not on any level support the American Alliance. He said that the alliance has made itself guilty of terrorism in acting so agressively towards Sweden.

"Furthermore, Britain wishes to pledge it's support for Sweden in the South American War. The AA has no right to "annex" South American Argentina. I am infuriarated by the actions of especially America!"

The president said that Britain will empose an all out trade embargo against the nations of the AA.

POUND REACHES 6 MONTH HIGH

Despite Pres. Mitchell's recent criticism of America, the British economy has shown surprising good performance, proving that Britain is still the most influential economic power in Europe. The pound traded at a 6 month high against the Ruble, Dollar and Franc. Against the Geman Mark, the pound has reach an al time record high, mostly because of the political crisis in Germany. The exchange rates on Friday, 7 June 1935 was as follows:

1 Pound = $1, 56 (Previous week $1, 34)
1 Pound = Russian Ruble 1, 22 (Prev. week 1, 12)
1 Pound = French Franc 2, 33 (Prev. week 2, 07)
1 Pound = German Mark 3, 98 (Prev. week 3, 67)
1 Pound = International Gold Currency 298, 00 (Prev. week 324,00)

BRITISH ECONOMY ON A ROLL

Britons had reason to celebrate recently as announcements from the Treasury Department proves that the Economy is on the roll. GDP growth has increased to 4,2%. A massive 2% higher than 6 months ago. The Pound has strengthened against most currency's , whilst the price of gold and oil have decreased. This is largely the result of possitive centiment towards Britain, as investors flock to the relative stability of the Isle amid the crisis in Continental Europe, Southern Africa and The Americas.

To: Chancellor Gothart Von Hotzendorf & Premier Romanov
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Victory
My friends I am glad that we may stand together glorious winners in the war against Comunism. But I come before you now to ask you not to get involved in South America.
We all know the consequences that a full scale war between our two continents could do. I ask you to remain on the side-lines and instead attempt to help the two enemies come to a peaceful solution in this crisis.
Although should either of you decide that war is the only answer then I too shall accept it and aid you any way possible.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry


Landslide Victory, Henry Enters Third And Final Reign!
Phillipe Henry won his third term as President and also announced it would be his last. The French National People's Party won by a majority of 83% the biggest in French history against the 17% gained by National Worker's Party leader Gert Van Isendorf.
Phillipe Henry announced he would be taking a short retirement from French politics and handing the party over to the control of Kris Leroy at the end of his third reign.
The Socailist Freedom Party leader Franc Bertrand was knocked out in the first round of the presidential campaign.

[OOC] uknemesis, I was wondering what year the game was in and how many year's pass per day/week? Thanks[/OOC

Well each buy is a new year, and we've had two buys not including the 500 gold at the beginning. That makes it 1937, and this Sunday it will be 1938.

And Peiter Theron, you have till tonight to get last week's buys in! I'm giving you another chance!

Luffaren, same goes for you!

Nemesis

HEADLINES

TRINITY ALLIANCE CONDEMNS AMERICAN ALLIANCE "AGGRESSION"

Prince Alexander, son of Greece's constitutional monarch, King Phillip II, was today elected Commanding General of the Trinity Alliance. He has proven himself to be like his father, who won successive battles in the Hundred Years War. The post gives him authority over all of the Trinity Alliance's military, but can only go to war if all three leaders agree. [OOC - Anyone who takes over a Trinity Alliance country can either pull out of the pact, or have me acting as the leader of the other two nations, but they will not be able to control all three nation's militaries.]

Upon his election, Prince Alexander had this to say:

"The Trinity Alliance condemns the action taken by the American Alliance. We are currently considering military action."


PIRATES DISAPPEAR FROM THE PACIFIC

The Pirates of the Pacific have been destroyed it would seem. Either by the British SAS uncovering their base of operations, or the Trinity Alliance increasing their naval presence in the Pacific. Whichever one caused it, the pirates it would seem have gone.


POSSIBLE BRITISH ACTION IN SOUTH AMERICA

The British President revealed that Britain may support the Swedes in the war in South America. Sources say that the Falkland Islands may possibly be given to Britain in return for military aid. The President refused to comment on such a deal.


RULE CHANGES TO THE GAME

From now on you can enact a trade embargo upon an enemy. This makes you both lose 5 gold per week. This means that you can gang up on an enemy if you don't want to go to war with them. 15 nations of the world ganging up on the other one would end up the nation only getting 25 gold per week(15*5=75 100-75=25) while everyone else got 95 gold per week!

Trade embargoes must be announced by PM to me. Also, you have to announce one when you are at war, or trade will continue as normal despite hostilities.

MAJOR RULE CHANGE TO COMBAT

I found when resolving combat that it is often difficult to decide whether a unit is using it's attack or defence value. Therefore I am planning just one value per unit. I promise you it will be fair, and costs will remain the same. It will be posted later tonight for everyone to see.

Also the first page will be updated tonight.

Nemesis

Do I still have a chance to take back the 10gold for this turn or do Brazil atleast get that this round guaranteed?

This round guaranteed I'm afraid. Only if it is taken on Sunday can it be won back(on the Wed).

Nemesis

To: Prime Minister Romanov of Russia

Comrade! I ask you to join me and impose a trade embargo on America. This will hopefully force them to reconsider their hositilities in South America. Please, let us stand together and fight International Imperialism by the American Alliance!

To: SWEDEN

The RGB urgently need to discuss a pact in which some of your previously owned land in Argentina (esp. Falkland Islands) may be given to RGB in exchange for military assistance in your war with the evil AA. We want to stress this: we are prepared to wage war if you are prepared to let us govern all ceased areas until the end of the war. Then we will give approx 70% of the area back to you.

Yours through thick and thin
Republic of Great Britain

To: Uk
Form: Sweden
If we win the war I can let you take 50% of all conquered Brazilian territory. I cannot, however, give you any territory that was ours before the war.
Please help us,
-Sweden

To: ALL NATIONS OPPOSED TO IMPERIALISM
From: REPUBLIC OF GREAT BRITAIN

The RGB needs your help! We need all nations opposed to imperialism to empose a trade embargo on America, the centre of the evil American Alliance.

By joining in this effort, Britain will once and for all be sure who her allies are. In other words, nations not joining Britain will prove that they do not support democracy and peace. These nations will also find themselves cut off from the helping hand of the prosperous Britain.

I therefore expect that my closest allies, like Russia, Italy, Sweden, China, Japan and Canada will not hesitate to assist Britain. The world needs you to restore peace and proseperity to the America's!

Yours truly
Hjalmar John Mitchell
PRESIDENT: REPUBLIC OF GREAT BRITAIN

I will assist you!

To: SWEDEN
From: RGB

I cannot believe that you would sneaze at your only offer for help. Britain only requests territory in West Argentiana and the Falklands, plus any captured Brazilian territory. This is our offer, I strongly advise you to take it.

I can agree on all captured Brazilian territory but not on you taking control of Flaklands or any other part of Swedish Argentina!

Unemployment Still Increasing!
French unemployment is continuing to rise despite desperate Government actions. The estimated figure today is nearly 10,000,000 French workers are unemployed. That is 1/3 of the French work force!
The National Workers Party led by Gert Van Isendorf have been gaining rapid support among the unemployed and unless more changes are made by the Government the country will fall into disorder!
The rise in umeployment has been blamed on the continuing overseas wars and the sudden civil war in Germany, the Communists may not have won the war but have certainly put many French men out of work.
From The French Parisian

New Intiative To Decrease Unemployment Unveiled
The President has unveiled a new plan today to combat unemployment. The plan will allow industry from all over the world free access to open up business in France, this new intiative is aimed at companies driven out by extreme Governments or lack of employment opportunities in other countries. The President hopes that this plan will greatly decrease unemployment and bring France back to a strong economic standing point.
From The French Parisian


To: The Republic Of Great Britain
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Embargo
As you can see from the state of the French economy we can not afford to enter an embargo against another nation. We are vsorry we can not be of assistance.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: SWEDEN
From: RGB

Include Falklands or the deal is off (comon, it's just a tiny Island). I will support u all the way if you let me have the Falklands too. And then all I ask is ALL caputred territory, and an incy wincy little bit of Argentina (Just about an area the size of British Island.

If you in return give me conquered territory for me to still get full payment per week (100 gold) it is a deal. Should be a tiny weeny bit just.

To: France
From: RGB

We understand your situation. As an act of good will, we may consider aiding you with, say a 5 gold (1500 Pounds, 5960 French Francs) donation.

TO: NEMESIS
Can I donate the 5gold left on my account to France. This is to aid them in their financial crisis.

Please transfer the money to France and let me know.

To: SWEDEN

Please explain, I missed something, If a nation gives up territory, does it lose money per week?

TO: The Nation of Great Britian
FROM: AA Member, Canada.
SUBJECT: Reply.

First, i'm not quite sure what your trying to provoke, if your forces enter Argentinia on the premice of attacking our forces, the AA will declare war.

Second "gracious ally" this is not Imperalisim, the annexation of Swedish South America is necessary to stop any and all terrorist actions agianst Brazil.

Third and probably most importantly, the AA is winning this war, South Africa's forces have been all but decimated and the Swedish Army is down to it's last few regiments. If you do join agianst us, You will be facing all out war agianst Three nations (and possibly a fourth should the time come)

This is my only warning, while we were once a part of the British Empire, that will not stop us from defending ourselves.

TO: Russia
From: Love.
(Just kidding - from RGB)

Dear Romanov

The situation in South America has steered the mighty Britain to unavoidable war. Would you be prepared to assist RGB in the event that I should go to full out war against AA?

Please respond quickly. Britain needs your help, old and faithfull friend!

H.J. Mitchell

Pieter Theron: Yes and the deal only takes place if we win.

To:AA
From:Sweden
DENFENDING yourself??!?!?!?!? How are you defending yourself. And were is the proof that Sweden is involved? Has a commision from any other country said that Sweden is behind terrorism - NO. Only the AA who just want to increase their power. They are power hungry and shouldn´t be allowed to exist. It surprises me that the american people hasn´t reacted.

To: Canada (Member of the aggresive AA)
From: Republic of Great Britain

I do not at all appreciate the tone you have taken in your last letter. To set the record straight: Sweden made it abundantly clear that it is not hosting terrorists! How dare you simply blunder along and invade?

I had hoped that Canada had the sense not to join the power-thirsty America in an Alliance.

Britain supports Sweden and offers the AA this official ultimatim:
Either American Alliance withdraws (or show sighns of withdrawel) form occupied areas, or Britain will declare war on you.

I think it unwise of you to presume Britian will be fighting alone.

IMPORTANT!!!!!! IMPORTANT!!!!! IMPORTANT!!!!!

TO: ALL NATIONS OF WESTERN AND NORTHERN EUROPE, AND RUSSIA
FROM: RGB

Friends, we immediately need to form an alliance to resist the imperialism of the American Alliance. I propose that all European nations, no matter your financial position to sign the document beneath. It will form the EA - The European Alliance. My wish is that a mighty European Alliance will bring back balance to the International Arena. Nations who already belong to Alliances, you can also join and do not need to give up your position in another alliance.

I know that Russia has already tried to forge a similar alliance. I hope that the nations involved with that will join this alliance.

Proposed European Alliance:

A rotating presidency, starting with Russia as First President. Presidency will change every to years (i.e. two weeks).

An attack on or by any Alliance member will be viewed as an attack on or by all Alliance members. Members must assist other members in their wars - however you may only assist diplomaticly (i.e. trade embargo's or official repriamands towards opposing nations) and you DO NOT HAVE TO GO TO WAR IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO.

Furthermore: Alliance members must support each other in case of Civil War, Uprisings of Financial Crisis. In other words, you may not support a rebel group in case of a coup, you have to support the original governemt.

Please, mail me (not PM, in thread) if you want to join;

Signatures:
1. Republic of Great Britain - Pres. Hjalmar Mitchell

2.Sweden - Pres. Max

TO: Great Britian and Sweden
FROM: The AA Member of Canada
SUBJECT: Further Reply

My apologies if i no longer surgar coat the situation, but the fact is, all the evidence POINTS to Sweden, as we've said before in the past, it doesn't matter if they've said "We had nothing to do with it" The fact is, weapons are coming from Swedish South America and it must be stopped, Sweden failed to take swift action, so were doing it for them.

And to Britian..

Do not try to lecture us on how the AA is Imperalising the world..

This is a measure to stop the Terrorists attacking Brazillian and Panamanian citizens.

As for Imperalisim, how do you think Britian recieved 90% of her colonies? Asking nicely? The fact is, Britian was founded on the basis of occupation, Australia, New Zealand, Iceland, all these nations had former governments before yours came and disposed of it.

I am sick of your whining.

Either declare war or stop making threats. But the simple truth is, we are not occupying Swedish South America, we are expelling the Terrorists, stopping the flow of weapons and then seeing what the people of Swedish South America feel what they want in the Future, to remain with the AA, become an independent nation, or join with Sweden.

But your right, Britian will not be fighting alone, they'll simply be fighting a losing battle.

To: Canada
From: RGB

We will not back down. We repeat that you have no right to invade Swedish Argentina!

Britain's colonization ended along with all other nations. Are we supposed to just let these underdeveloped areas free and see them crash and burn. This debate is about imperialism NOW. And it is outdated.

TRINITY ALLIANCE COMMANDING GENERAL VISITS FEUDING NATIONS

Prince Alexander of Greece, Commanding General of the Armed Forces of the Trinity Alliance(AFTA) will stop in London for a one day visit to meet President Mitchell of Britain. He hopes the President of Sweden will also be there to meet him. Then he will cross the Atlantic to Washington, where he hopes to meet all the leaders of the American Alliance. He hopes some kind of deal can be sorted, and warns:

"If the American Alliance thinks it will push the Europeans totally from South America, it is wrong. The Trinity Alliance will not sit back and let Europeans living in the Falkland Islands and Swedish South America be ruled by a foreign and anti-European country.

"My words are backed up with force. All six carrier battlegroups of the AFTA are on their way to the South Atlantic, along with their 30 wings of aircraft. The Egyptian Rapid Response Unit and over 30 regiments of infantry are on transports ready to deploy.

"So I give this warning to the American Alliance. Halt with what you have at the moment, or be destroyed."

The Presidents of each of the three countries refused to comment on Alexander's speech.

Right, tomorrow and Sunday are buying days. Orders will also be given. Combat will then be resolved Sunday or Monday night(to let in late applicants if needed, remember I'm UK time here!).

Sweden has 90 gold to spend, Brazil has 110. Everyone else has 100 gold, as I haven't had any PMs concerning embargoes(I know they've been mentioned on here, but they have to be PMed to me).

The new combat system has been scrapped, as I've figured out an easier way of deciding whether a unit is attacking or defending, meaning that the old combat system can continue.

Nemesis

To: RGB
Fr: USA

Again, the British propensity for self-righteousness has reared its' ugly head with your proclomations. Britain has no interest in America, no reason whatsoever to be involved in this conflict. The European lust for land and power is again evident, and is apparently a flaw found in nearly all the European peoples. Your pathetic attempts to gain land and prestige for your little island will not succeed. Any British troops will be fired upon without warning anywhere in the Western Hemisphere.

To: Trinity Alliance
Fr: USA

The US will gladly host the commanding genereal, but will not bow down to threats of force. The Egyptian threats are an insult, and make the attitude of the US uncongenial to compromise.

I will definately be in London.

To: America
From: RGB

We are deeply offended and saddend by the fact that you have decided to close all diplomatic routes and resort to full-out insults of all of the European people.

Yet, we would like to try and resolve this issue peacefully if possible, considering that the proposed AA-trade embargo has not yet been officially enforced by Britain.

Please, would you be so kind as to join me and some of my Cabinet Ministers on board the RSS Milner (which will be in the Gulf Of Mexico)? There we can discuss a possible peaceful resolution to the spriralling conflict between our two powerful nations.

Yours
President Hjalmar Mitchell

To: SWEDEN
From: RGB

I regret to inform you that I will not be present at the meetings in London. The British Vice-president, Mr. Herbert Kitchiner will however attend on my behalf. He has been fully informed and will be able to debate the situation sufficiently.

Pres. Mitchell

To: ALL NATIONS OF THE WORLD
From: REPUBLIC OF GREAT BRITAIN

Britain needs your help! We need you to openly pledge your support or opposition to the American Alliance and thus also say whether you support Britain or not.

The world has to be devided between those who love peace and those who do not. I ask you please: support the British effort!

Yours
The people of Great Britain

To Spain:
Japan is glad that you were finally able to resolve this matter and has of course withdrawn all Imperial forces from your territory.
Emperor Kwan-Sn

To the American Alliance:
Part of the Japan Fleet will hold maneuvers around Micronesia. We assure you that the location has been chosen over a year ago and that this has nothing to do with the current political situation.
(BTW: This is my advance warning. Japan will attack you.)
Emperor Kwan-Sn

To Britain:
Japan does not support the American Alliance and will be fighting them soon enough. We suggest to coordinate our movements in the Pacific.
Emperor Kwan-Sn

OFFICIAL NOTICE OF DECLARATION OF WAR
FROM BRITAIN AND HER ALLIES
TO AMERICAN ALLIANCE

Britain and her many allies wish to enform you that we have ordered our troops to attack you. I hereby annul any previous offers of diplomatic meetings and declare that Britain and her allies is at war with the American Alliance.

TODAY'S HEADLINE: SUNG-HUI MAKES HIS FINAL DECISION

China has made her final decision: she is NOT taking any part in the AA-European conflict. Chairman Matt Sung-Hui publicly addressed this today at Beijing's Nayoshang Park. He has received messages from both sides of the conflict, but he is not interested in war with nations that have made no offense to China. Full story on page 7B

Articles From the Berliner Zeitung Newspaper

Civil war almost at an end: Hotzendorf prepares for "Final Push"
In Berlin today, a parade was held, not only for the removal of the rebels, but for the commemoration of the Weimar Republic's 18th birthday.

With the rebels gone from all German territory except the province of Helvetia, several of the DKP forces have merely laid down their arms as opposed to fighting. Chancellor Hotzendorf today made a plea for the remaining fighters to do the same and realize that their cause cannot be won.

The IX Army Corps and the X Army Corps, specifically raised for defeating the rebels, will be used in Helvetia to put an end to any resistance that may be left.

Germany Joins Great Britain and Russia in AA embargo

With the recent developments in South America over the Swedish colony, Germany has declared a full embargo of the American Alliance not only because of the atrocities reported against Swedish colonists but also because of Persident Cain's personal attack on the European peoples.

"Were we at full strength it would absolutely be war," Chancellor Hotzendorf reported in a Today interview--a morning news show in America. "We do not wish to do battle with the American people and can only hope they'll respect Sweden as a just and sovreign nation. We can't allow the poor bastards to go down the crapper like this, can we?"

The embargo is meant to take place immediately. The Chancellor has also called on his newfound friends in France to do the same in hoping to force the AA to lay down its arms before military action is taken.

Remember guys that they must be PMed to me, trade embargoes that is!

Nemesis

"Despite the lies and misinformation spread by the British and Swedish imperialists and their German lackeys we have decided to stop our attacks and ask for a cease fire on the front line.
The South Americans should decide about their future themselves.So I call to Sweden to hold a referendum in what was once Swedish rArgentina with international observers to see if the Argentinans want to stay with Sweden,unite with their Brazilian friends or become independent.
And I call to Britain to prove their high speeches:there shall be referendums in the British colonies of India,Australia and New Zealand to show the world they are really anti-imperialistic.
However,if Sweden and Britain still decide to attack,our navies will stop all reinforcements from arriving."

To:Trinity Alliance
From:Brazil

Probably your forces as neutral and respected men could observe a fair outcome of the voting in Swedish America.

To: Brazil
From: RGB

I resent you telling Britain that we "shall" hold referendums. Just because you are chickening out because of International threat does not mean you can get away with the atrocities you commited during your campaign in Swedish Argentina! There shall be no referendum in Argentina or British Colonies!

You have already done the damage by invading Sweden and Britian shall attack!

Any Trinity Alliance Forces attempting to enforce a referendum shall be met with full opposing force by the British Military, which will soon have a significant presence in Swedish Argentina. I warn you, do not get involved on the wrong side, Trinity Alliance members

To: All Britain's allies
I therefore call on all Britian's allies not to fall for this proposed "cease-fire". We cannot let the AA get away unpunished. Comrades, do not back down. Go ahead with your plans of attack!

TO: The AA, Trinity Alliance, and other European and Asian nations
FROM: AA Member, Canada.
SUBJECT: Reply

Tensions are begining to ease, i suggest that cease-fires and peace treaties are signed immediately, before the situation erupts into a possible World War.

Now that the situation with Swedish South America is drawing to a close, diplomatic relations will be re-opened.

Canada is willing to make the following concessions to Sweden, if and only if, she agrees to the following terms.

1. Swedish South America will choose which nation it wants to rule by referendum.

2. If she chooses to remain part of Sweden, any and all weapons/military forces must be removed, to prevent future terrorist actions agianst Brazillian citizens.

In exchange, Canada will remove all forces from South America, and give $150,000 (15 Gold)


In order to prevent another serious conflict such as this occuring agian, Canada suggest an international commitee be created, to review and stop any such wars from begining in the future.

However, the only way for such a commitee to function, is for a majority of nations to support it.

Therefore, we ask the following of each nation.

To support this commitee and find a city to house it headquarters.


And finally, for the nations currently at war with us, i suggest you declare a cease-fire immediately, or risk further casualties.

To:All democratic nations of the world
From:Brazil

See Britains true nature!They do not want to have any real democracy with people deciding their future themselves.
My secret service tells me their security forces have arrested the leader of the `Free India` movement,Mahatma Gandhi.While doing this they have killed dozens of his supporters.Same is going on in Australia and New Zealand.They are doing atrocities a normal peaceful human could not even think of.If they attack with their brutal force,many Brazilians will have to suffer horribly!Please stop them!

To:Canada

We almost fully support all your propositions,but Argentina should also have the possibility to become independent.No regular Swedish forces but a self-defence force should be allowed.
This new commitee should be called League of Nations.As Seat I propose a nation till now not involved in the conflict like France,China or Russia.

We have ordered our troops to stop attacks,I hope you will do as well.

Originally posted by Kushanis
TO: The AA, Trinity Alliance, and other European and Asian nations
FROM: AA Member, Canada.
SUBJECT: Reply

Tensions are begining to ease, i suggest that cease-fires and peace treaties are signed immediately, before the situation erupts into a possible World War.

Now that the situation with Swedish South America is drawing to a close, diplomatic relations will be re-opened.

Canada is willing to make the following concessions to Sweden, if and only if, she agrees to the following terms.

1. Swedish South America will choose which nation it wants to rule by referendum.

2. If she chooses to remain part of Sweden, any and all weapons/military forces must be removed, to prevent future terrorist actions agianst Brazillian citizens.

In exchange, Canada will remove all forces from South America, and give $150,000 (15 Gold)


Mr. Trudeau,

While we do appreciate Canadian attempts to end hostilities this peace seems completely innapropriate. Either Swedish Argentina joins Brazil, or remains Swedish completely unprotected?

This is not a treaty, it is an insult, and if the AA continues to make attempts at such kinds of "peace" Germany will stand by the nations of Sweden and Great Britain.

TO: Germany, Britian and the Trinity Alliance
FROM: AA Member Canada
SUBJECT: Reply

This proposal is up to Sweden and Sweden alone, if she says no, then we will reconsider our treaty, and modify it as such.

If Britian continues her aggresion torwards us, then we will have no choice then to occupy England herself.

Let me make my self clear, the first step to peace is a cease-fire, if the European nations cannot even agree on that, then there is no point in trying to ask for peace.

I hope your nations reconsider.

To: Canada and other AA members
From: Republic of Great Britain

I wish to make the following clear. Britain shall await Sweden's discision on whether he will allow a referendum to take place. Only in the event of Sweden agreeing to a referendum, will Britain call back its forces already on their way to the Americas.

I see it as a direct insult that Canada may mention occupying the British Homeland! Britain, however is signing the League of Nations treaty and proposes the headquarters to be in Moscow, Russia.

I wish to repeat, Britain is still going to war and will only pull back its forces if Canada assures that it will not invade Britain. And if Sweden agrees to a referendum and Argentina is given the option of joining Sweden again.

To: ALL NATIONS OF EUROPE
From: RGB

In addition to the formation of a possible League of Nations, Britain still wishes to form the European Alliance. So far only Sweden and Britian are member states. It is vital that all European countries respond and say whether or not they will be joining the European Alliance

To: AA
From: RGB

Britain wishes to make it clear that you have NO right to spy on the British homeland or colonies. You also have NO right to interfere in domestic matters, like the arrest of the terrorist, Gandhi! If you make any such secret events public again without discussing it with me, Britain WILL react.

TO: Great Britian
FROM: The AA Member Canada
SUBJECT: Reply

I'm glad to see you'll take the peaceful way out.

The AA will not invade the British Colonies, assuming the British likewise do not invade ours.

Assuming Sweden rejects the treaty, it will be modified untill a peaceful resolution is accepted.

We also are encouraged by your signing into the league of nations, and we also accept the Headquarters to be Moscow, Russia, assuming she also accepts.

Originally posted by Kushanis

If Britian continues her aggresion torwards us, then we will have no choice then to occupy England herself.

:lol: Don't make me laugh! You have a snowball's chance in hell!

To: The AA
From: Russia with spite

You are arrogant fools to distance yourselves from the country's which provided most of your inhabitants and foundations in the first place!
I will hear no more of this "free elections from the colonial oppressors" poppycock!
If thou wish to show that thou are free and democratic, then I suggest that America sets up a large Indian Nation and frees the Carribean and MezoAmerican nations.
I further suggest that Canada frees Quebec, who are, I have heard, not too happy about being ruled by English-speakers, and lets the Eskimos rule their own country (read: All of Northern Canada, including Greenland).
Brazil, on their part, should set up a free country for the descendants of the Inca, and several other nations for the other Indian tribes, not to mention one for the Spanish-speaking peoples of South America, who, after all, are just as numerous as the portugese!
Now don't come here and tell me ":cry: This is preposterous! These areas are connected to the centre of our nation and so must love our rule! :cry: " The areas under Britain are no more unhappy or illegitimate parts of Britain than the areas under you, just because they happen to be in separate parts of the world, and not just contained within the same blob of colour!
Dare I remind you that you, just as Britain, Germany, and I, have crushed movements that have committed heinous acts towards you in the misguided belief that this will bring about independence? I do not think this witnesses of an all-embracing love for the governments in Washington, Ottawa, and Brasilia, do you?
Enough with this foolishness! You should back down and leave Swedish South America alone, before your arrogance and bald-faced insolence towards the old countries create even more enemies for you to deal with!

Yours Furiously and Indignantly
Premier Romanov

To the world
After my unpleasant outburst over the bickering between peoples that is being spear-headed by the AA, Britain and Sweden, not to mention my close friend, Germany, I wish to make it perfectly clear that it would be an honour and a pleasure to precide over a council that can help prevent such ludicrousy occuring again.
The HQ of the League of Nations will, provided the rest of the world agrees, be set up in Neutral and Sovereign (that is, "independent", like the UN building) territory set aside particularly for the purpose outside Moscow.

To:Russia
From:Brazil

You arrogant bastard!!!You want to tell us something about independent nations?A man who oppresses numerous nations:Georgia,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Chechnya, Armenia etc.
The spanish- and native speakers have the same rights as every Portuguese speaker here in Brazil.In my 15 men cabinet there are 5 spanish speakers and 2 Indians.How many non-russians do you have in your cabinet,huh?I demand referndums are hold in all parts with non-Russian majorities.People who are still oppressing religious freedom of Muslims do not have any right to accuse other nations of being oppressve.

To:World

For Brazil the League of Nations treaty is signed.But the capital of such a brutal nation can not be the right place.I propose Paris or Beijing.

The Trinity Alliance will join the League of Nations, as will South Africa.

Prince Alexander has already made an announcement that:

"Any foreign nation who sees fit to invade Europe would be met with the full force of the Trinity Alliance."

The media are unsure whether this is a reaction to the American Alliance's threat to occupy Britain, or a sign that the Trinity Alliance would join a European Alliance.

Combat resolution won't be until Monday night, so you have until then to make your buys and give your orders. Up until that time, orders can also be changed, so if this peace treaty comes to something, just send new orders.

If anyone can't remember their military deployments, PM me and I will PM them to you.

Nemesis

Prince Alexander reminds everyone that the Olympic Games are to be held soon[OOC isn't it easy to see he's become my leader figure for the neutral nations?! :p ] in New York.

Also, he warns that there is no need for referendums, as it was these that drew the borders at the end of the 100 Years War.

And he dislikes the tone that the American Alliance uses against European countries, as if they are the masters of the world.

He says:

"Maybe they should get off their high horses and realise they have more chance of being beamed up by Scotty than getting an invasion force into Europe, as it would have to go through the huge naval force of the Trinity Alliance! I find their speeches laughable, and their threats empty. But I must be willing to forget this. Also, I propose if Moscow cannot be seen as a fair meeting place for the League of Nations, then I propose the small island of Ibiza to become an independent nation defended by the Trinity Alliance that can be the HQ of the League of Nations. All Ibiza's citizens(all 78 of them as tourism hasn't really taken off yet) will be moved to their bigger neighbour, Majorca where they will be moved into luxury apartments."

Also, President Shaka of South Africa had this to say:

"South Africa withdraws from all wars to prevent further loss of life. We will join the League of Nations, and suggest that Madagascar could be given up by South Africa and the French to become an international community where the League of Nations could sit."

"Brazil agrees to the Trinity alliance proposal of Ibiza being HQ of the League of nations because of the better infrastructure around.But not only TA forces should defend it,but forces from all member states.
But we would like to remind Prince Alexander these referendums took place almost 20 years ago.We should check whether the people made the right decisions.Furthermore we all know there were forged votes.We all know the many ethnics of Russia would never have voted to be ruled by Moscow, voluntarily,but by their Muslim fellows in Cairo and Teheran or their Protestant fellows in Stockholm and Berlin."

TO BRAZIL
FROM PRINCE ALEXANDER

I agree that Ibiza is a good spot, it has plenty of things for everyone to do there(nightclubs etc are being built) and I agree that all nation's troops should defend it. What I meant is that the Trinity Alliance swear to always keep it independent, and the naval arm will stop any pirates etc.

I propose that 5 regiments of infantry are sent from every nation that joins the League of Nations to guard Ibiza. This force can also act as the League of Nations peacekeepers. With 16 nations making up the world, that would be 80 regiments of infantry, a deadly force. Also perhaps each nation providing two fighter wings and one bomber wing, creating an air force of 8 bomber wings and 16 fighter wings. These forces would add up to 100 gold per nation, and make the League a force to be reckoned with, not ignored. This is only an idea, no one actually has to go along with it if they don't want, or just provide the infantry."

TO: Greece
FROM: AA Member Canada
SUBJECT: Reply

Canada completly agrees with Greece's suggestion of an international peacekeeping force, albeit expensive, it would allow the LoN to monitor, and assist nations which require it.

Canada will contibute $400,000 (40 Gold) to the project with more depending on other nations contributions.

To:Prince Alexander

I agree,the new LoN will need a strong force to make it an effective organization;I would be willing to send the proposed troops;a LoN navy should be established as well.
But before this war should be ended.The AA is willing to make peace with the current front line.Crimes against Swedish Americans will be strongly punished;everyone,who wants is allowed to leave.A first mission of the LoN could be to oversee a referendum in Swedish America.
Obviously Britain is out for war.But if the TA uses its navy to block British miltary transports this war could be halted until Sweden makes a statement to the proposed referendum [OOC:Where is IceEye?OOC]

NEW YORK POST - LATE EDITION

PRESIDENT CAIN IMPEACHED BY HOUSE, SENATE VOTES TONIGHT!

Washington, DC - President James Cain was impeached by the House of Representatives today by a vote of 401 to 125. The Senate will next hear the case and vote on his conviction tonight. If it is affirmative, and it appears it will be, President Cain will be the first U.S. President removed from power.

The rise and fall of the Cain presidency can be traced to one event - the Swedish War. The speechs of the President raised resentment in nearly every governemnt and nation in Europe. The entry of this nation into war with Sweden brought a surge of popularity to the President...until the casualty figures were reported. Hundreds of thousands of Americans died in the South American jungle, as many as 300,000, though this number has not been confirmed. When the President tried to conceal these figures from both the public and Congress, he had sealed his own fate. The nations of Europe all lined up against him, and the nation was wracked with riots unprecedented in its' history. His party, the most amazing success story in American politics, evaporated overnight. His vice president, Henry Jackson, has abandoned him. The felony charges, including perjury and obstruction of justice were handed down just three days ago, and now President James Cain, a man who seemed to havethe world in the palm of his hand, is about to be history.


Radio Address, June 19, 1938, 11:38 pm

"By a vote of 98 to 28, the Senate has spoken. Mr. Cain, we find you guilty as charged and hereby strip you of your title immediately. Bailiffs, take him into custody. Vice President Hemry Jackson, are you present?"
"Yes Mr. Speaker"
"Come forward and take the oath of office."


To: Prince Alexander
Fr: President Jackson

Prince, the United States would support a League of Nations wholeheartedly, and agrees with the choice of Ibiza. The matter of sending troops is perhaps a tricky one, as I wish to bring all American troops currently abroad home, but I'm sure this detail is minor.


To: European Alliance, Sweden, Great Britain
Fr: USA

Gentlemen, the United States wishes for peace, and has a proposal which might be acceptable to all parties involved.

1. A plebiscite is to be held in all of Swedish South America to determine what course that land wants to take - either independence, reunion with Sweden, or admission into any of the other American states. This plebiscite will be guaranteed fair by representatives of the League of Nations.

2. At the terms of the cease fire, all troops will withdraw to pre-war borders and observe a 20 mile demilitarized zonenorth and south of the line. This too will be guaranteed by League of Nations inspectors, or representatives of the EA and AA.

3. Once the plebiscite is held, any action by any nation to alter the result, by coercion or force, will be regarded as an international act of aggression.

The new Administration wishes only for a just peace to end this unjust war. Let the people in question decide, freely and fairly.

To: Canada, Brazil
Fr: USA

The new Administration greets our trustworthy allies, Canada and Brazil. The goals of the previous President in using the Alliance was for war, but I wish to use it for peace. I propose a Free Trade Agreement between our nations to dissolve the trade barriers and let our economies flourish.

To those who do not care to take the time to read my letters, or purposely misinterpret them
Originally posted by wilboman


Dare I remind you that you, just as Britain, Germany, and I, have crushed movements that have committed heinous acts towards you in the misguided belief that this will bring about independence?

I never, EVER said that there weren't people who weren't unhappy about being ruled by me, as you see. All I said was that, as Greece pointed out, the world nations were formed by referendum in the first place! Hence, one nation who has absolutely no right to have any opinions about another nations citizens should not, nay, cannot assume a holier than-though attitude and say stupid, pompous, and self-defeating things like
"I think Russia should give up Latvia", or
"The English colonies must surely yearn to be free", or
"There should be an Eskimo/Spanish/Indian/Carribean/What have you? free nation"
It's an incredibly clear-cut case of the pot calling the kettle black, and if certain of the illustrious heads of state around the world did not have the faculties to understand the irony when I, who heads the largest connected country in the world, based purely on the conquest of my peoples' tsarist forefathers, started yelling about other people giving up bits and pieces of themselves, then I'm sorry. In future, I shall try and express myself in monosyllabic words only.

As for representation, I am hurt that such senseless, badly researched, and completely unfounded claims as: "You have no non-russians in your parliament!", could come from what tries to pass as a sound government. The Duma is composed of representation according to population, so of course there are more Russians than there are other ethnic groups in the Duma. There are more Russians! But in any case, this is a silly argument. The people in almost all of the territories you listed, have lived under the rule of Moscow for over a hundred years at least! They are all people of Russia, regardless of ethnicity! My homeland was one of the few whose borders changed very little after the hundred-years war settlement. The people in these areas have had countless opportunities to rebel and leave, as my nation has been wracked by internal strife countless times, and has endured several different types of government, some worse than others. I assure you, the people of these ethnic groups have never been better off than under the democracy. Many of these would not survive as free nations anyway, simply for lack of resources in their heartland, rivalling tribes, etc! We brought peace and order to a fractured asian steppe, and we have no wish to see our work undone by the whimsy of other nations, as I'm sure the other nations do not wish to see themselves undone by people like me.

Yours, hurt and bewildered
Premier Romanov

To those who wish for a peaceful forum for discussion and solution between the world's nations
It seems as though the people of the world have lost faith in Russia, the gentle giant, who has not once since the end of the hundred-years war waged war on a sovereign state, and do not wish to see a Sovereign League of Nations territory within my lands. Although this saddens me greatly, I understand it. I may have stepped on many toes by coming with the criticism I came with, and therefore I see I must step down. Russia will give up land for the League if the rest of the world will allow us, but if not, I will give my whole-hearted support to the Greek suggestions, both the one about placing the HQ on Ibiza, and the one about a peace-keeping force. If everyone else votes aye, I will immediately set aside 450,000 rubles (50 gold) in this years' budget for the purpose, and will follow up the next two years with the remaining 450,000, in two installments of 225,00 each.

Humbly and regretfully yours
Premier Nicolay Alexandrovich Romanov

To:President Jackson

We are quite satisfied Cain has been removed from office.It were mainly his statements which brought Germany and Russia in the war.
I support your peace treaty wholeheartedly.However if Britain still searches for war we have to stop their troops from reaching the Americas;so long my ships will get orders to stop British ships entering American harbours.I urge you and Pierre to stay on alert as well.

TO:World

I think it should be part of LoN-Charta that war is only allowed if the majority of LoN-members agrees in the General Assembly;breaking this charta should be punished by all other member states.
Self-Determination of nations should be an integral part as well.

To: American Alliance
From: Great Britain

RGB wishes to make it perfectly clear: We will not call back our various fleets, armies and squadrons on their way to the Americas until all forces withdraw immediately from ALL occupied areas in Swedish Argentina.

Furthermore, Britain will only allow a referendum to be conducted by RUSSIA, the decision to be made public also by Russia. We do not think that the Trinity Alliance is totally impartial.

ONLY once these terms have been met will Britain call of the Attack on America.

To: Nations of the World

Britain wishes to repeat her pledge of support for Russia to be the host of the League of Nations. We do not support the idea of forming an independent nation in previously owned Trinity Alliance areas. Britain's joining of the Alliance will greatly be determined by where the LoN is situated.

Furthermore, Britain wishes to make it clear that, any nation in the future openly discussing private domestic matters, or any nation openly talking about occupying Britain or her allies, will face an immediate embargo and possible military action. This IS a direct reference to Canada's untactful insult towards Britain.

To: America

RGB welcomes you in peace, as long as you quickly show signs that you are really serious. This means that you need to openly declare a withdrawel from Swedish Argentina to avoid a military invasion by Britain.

I do hope that you will accept this as a stern, yet friendly offer for conditional peace. I also hope that you will be more tactfull than the previous American Administration and that you will not, like Canada, insult Britain or meddle in our domestic affairs.

Please, let us reach a peace agreement. This however, can only be done once you have COMPLETELY withdrawn from Swedish territories. I agree on the other terms of your proposal for peace. I therefore think we might soon be allies again.

To: SWEDEN

Good friend! We are winning the struggle. Soon Argentina will be liberated again. I want to pledge my support that Argentina should be governed by SWEDEN, not by foreign or "independent (i.e. incabable) forces". Argentina is a ligitimate part of Sweden and, until ALL the worlds colonies are freed, there is NO reason for you to give up land that rightfully belongs to you.

If all goes well, I envite you to join me and the First Lady for a private dinner on the RAS Constantia in two days. Hope to see you there. We might discuss future cooperation between our two great nations.

To Brazil
From RGB

How dare you insult a peaceloving nation like Russia!!! You arrogant fool! You should be ashamed.

I request you to immediately OPENLY APPOLOGISE to Russia. Britain has not yet called off planned invasion of Brazil. Your reaction to this letter will determine whether Brazil will live in peace with Britain or be crushed by an immense REPUBLICAN INVASION.

Appologise now for your irresponsible behaviour. Russia has done nothing to you!

Your most aggrevated enemy
Pres. H.J. Mitchell

TO: The United States
FROM: Pierre Trudeau of Canada
SUBJECT: New Admistration

We welcome the new President, and new chances for peace and economic properisty in America, Europe and the rest of the world.

We accept the Free Trade agreement, and agree with your assesment on Swedish South America.

The AA was meant for economic properity and commerce, it turned into an alliance of war.

The question is, do we re-ally ourselves, or simply stay with a simple peace treaty?

To: WORLD
From: Britain

Britain is prepared to halt planned attacks on America and Canada, seeing as they have made significant steps in cleaning up the diplomatic mess they made.

BUT: We will still be attacking Brazil UNLESS this nation APPOLOGIZES to Russia immediately. Otherwise the attack (at least on Brazil) will continue.

To Romanov, my friend in Russia
From RGB

Comrade! You tipical of you to be so impartial and peaceloving.

I wish to make you the following offer: I want to sign a 100 year non-aggression and pro-economic act between Russia and Britain, to be called the Pact of Steel. As its name signifies, this will formally announce Russian and British friendship and cooperation. I am sure that this Pact will form a strong hand to deal swiftly and surely with future peace-disgracers and insulters (i.e. Brazil).

Also, do not back down so quickly! If Moscow cannot be the host for the LoN, will you accept the proposal to be the host for the European Alliance? Its parliament will also be situated in Russia.

To: PM Mitchell
Fr: Pres. Jackson

I am glad we could rise above the madness of war and bring peace to our planet yet again. I implore you however, to cancel all attacks on the American nations, including Brazil. We have no wish for further armed conflict, but any foreign attack on Brazil will result in war with the U.S. The Brazilians were faithful allies, and we won't abandon them now. Please, though, look ahead. Peace is within our grasp, and we should not throw it away trivially. I look forward to further correspondence with you.


To: PM Trudeau
Fr: Pres. Jackson

We would like to see the American Alliance continue, because it could indeed bring peace to this hemisphere, as its' charter suggests. I believe also it could be the beginning of something greater, that once free trade is allowed up and down this continent, that we may one day elect an American Senate, composed of Americans from all over the hemisphere, to decide public policy, and ensure peace is never robbed from us again. For these reasons, I propose we keep the AA in place, or sign a new series of treaties if this wouldbe more acceptable to put the AA in the past. In any case, I look forward to hearing from you.

"I agree with our friends,the AA is the beginning of something greater.Its Charta should be revieved to make it from a war into a peace and prosperity alliance.
I am thankful for my allies support and I urge them to assist my fleets in blocking the British invasion fleet and to station troops at my East Coast and the front line.
For Brazil the cease-fire is signed.My troops will begin to withdraw as soon as the Swedish begin to withdraw from my territory.
The people of Brazil will apologise to Russia if they apologise to the states of the American alliance."

To the people of the AA
The people of Russia are glad to see that you are returning to the original goal of the Charter, and wish to appologise for certain statements made after the war was nearing it's end. Any statements made during the war, or any critiscism or downright deplorement of Alliance foreign policy in the course of the conflict still stand fast as criticism of a very worrying and needless feeling of superiority and holier-than-thou-ness. Noone can claim
We hope that under the new reign of President Jackson, America may once again become an equal member of a peaceful alliance, and no longer the ringleader of a very aggressive and warlike one.
Appologetically yours
Premier Romanov

To: Great Britain
From: Sweden
I will say no to the deal offered by the AA. I want my territory back. I am still going for war.

To: AA
From: Sweden
No! To your deal proposal that is. No elections will be held. I might think of that alternative after you are defeated. Your chickening out by proposing a cease fire - I say no cease fire for you!

To: World
From: Sweden
I need everyones support in this conflict. My armies are decimated, my fleet is broken. I desperately call for my allies to join in an attack against the AA.

To the world
Russia does, as previously stated, NOT support the idea of a plebiscite in the holdings of a single country, particularly not when the holdings are as great as Swedish South America. If such a plebescite were to happen, all nations in the world would have to hold one in an area of similar value, or else their high words amount to naught! I, for one, am not overly willing to run the risk of my provinces leaving, and I don't think anyone else is either.
This does, however, NOT mean I support any further acts of war either by the Swedes or the AA. This conflict is over, and should be solved at the negotiating table, not on the battlefield!
Sweden can count on diplomatic support only. If he wishes to continue, he continues alone. If, however, the AA persists in demanding his relinquishment of control without holding similar sentiments about their own areas, I will have to rethink my stance in the matter.

To: The World
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: LoN
France agrees to become a part of the League Of Nations. I feel it is in the best interests of the whole world to join this great alliance. I dearly hope all nations shall join.
As for the site of office, let me suggest the Netherlands? France will be prepared to give the Netherlands freedom as an international community. I feel the Netherlands is a perfect place because it is apart of the European mainland and has easy access. The country is also well-developed and has a strong history.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: Sweden & The Republic Of Great Britain
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: End The War
We in France understand your anger at the American Alliance actions. I believe it was wrong for the AA to attack Swedish Argentina without dispersing solid proof of terrorist actions to the world.
I come before you now to ask you to call off the war against the AA. As I suspected cooler heads have prevailed and a peace treaty has been proposed, but you have rejected the treaty. If you can not sign the treaty then at least sign a cease-fire and re-discuss the treaty. Please heed my call.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: The American Alliance
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Peace
I am glad to see that you have decided to go for peace. I am also glad to see that you aim to prevent such actions ever taking place again with the signing of the League of Nations.
Europe and America can and shall live in peace together under this new treaty.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: Pres. Jackson and PM Trudeau
From: RGB

Britain wishes to greet you in peace! I wish to have good peaceful relations with you in the future. HOWEVER, I cannot allow a plebiscite in Argentina. This worries me, as most nations who have colonies do not wish to lose them all so soon.

Furthermore: I cannot cancel the attack on Brazil. I wish to plead with you not to enter into this war. Withold your troops, this war is between Britain, Sweden and Brazil. We wish to have no war with Canada or the US. Please, do not send forces to help Brazil. I know you feel obliged to, but I strongly suggest you look the other way.

To: Sweden
From: RGB

Friend, the Attack by the European Alliance (OOC: So far just you and me pal) on Brazil continues. However: do not attack America or Canada. Only Brazil. Our war is with them.

To: Britain's allies

DO NOT ATTACK AMERICA OR CANADA! If you still want to act against the AA, I suggest invading Brazil!! Let's stand together.

To: All nations of Europe
Subject: European Alliance

Please, friends, join this alliance. You DO NOT HAVE TO join in the war. You merely have to diplomatically support Sweden and Britain. It is imperitive that the European nations form an Alliance to ensure a united and strong Europe.

I suggest the following member states:
1. Russia
2. Sweden (already joined)
3. Britain (already joined)
4. Germany
5. France
6. Italy
7. Spain

Please, tell me ASAP whether you want to join or not. Once I have everyone's answers, the first session of the EA parliament (you will still have your own parliaments also, don't worry) will begin. Russia will make public the decisions of this session (If Russia decides to join one day).

Yours
Pres. Mitchell

To the World:
Japan wants to join the League of Nations as well and is glad that the lives of fine Japanese soldiers have been spared. My attack force has been recalled to Japanese waters but still is on full alert in case peace is not achieved.
Emperor Kwan-Sn

To: France, from RGB

Only if France joins the EA will Britain and Sweden (perhaps) head your call for a cease-fire, however we DO NOT accept the proposed treaty.

Britain see your failure to join the European Alliance or even to answer me on whether you want to join, as a slap in the face. Now you expect us to listen to your suggestions, but you refuse to join as a partner in the EA, even after Britain donates 1500 pounds to you?

Please, join the EA now and then, maybe I will not attack Brazil. I WILL DEFENITELY NOT BE ATTACKING THE U.S. OR CANADA, but Brazil is still my arch-enemy and it will take at least the joining of France and Germany to the EA to convince me otherwise.

Furthermore, as Russia seems to be perfectly fine with not hosting the LoN, Britain SUPPORTS France's suggestion that the LoN be situated in the NETHERLANDS. Britain will offer its strong navy to protect the Nethelands if it becomes an independent nation.

I suggest every nation give 50 gold to the new League of Nations, which can be used to buy troops by an elected General Secretary. Then after, each nation could give 10 gold per week for upkeep.

Alexander

Originally posted by Pieter Theron
To: France, from RGB

Only if France joins the EA will Britain and Sweden (perhaps) head your call for a cease-fire, however we DO NOT accept the proposed treaty.

Britain see your failure to join the European Alliance or even to answer me on whether you want to join, as a slap in the face. Now you expect us to listen to your suggestions, but you refuse to join as a partner in the EA, even after Britain donates 1500 pounds to you?

Please, join the EA now and then, maybe I will not attack Brazil. I WILL DEFENITELY NOT BE ATTACKING THE U.S. OR CANADA, but Brazil is still my arch-enemy and it will take at least the joining of France and Germany to the EA to convince me otherwise.


To: The Republic Of Great Britain
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: European Alliance
I take your statements as a complete insult!!! France shall never join a trigger happy alliance such as the one you propose! And further more we shall not be black-mailed into it either!!
I hope that my esteemed friends Gothart Von Hotzendorf and Premier Romanov can see too that you are nothing more than a rat intent on poisoning the world with your foul talks of all out war upon Brazil!!
Mr. Hjalmer you and your Government are just as bad as the last lot to rule Britain and that is an extreme shame.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

TO:World

Brazil cries for help.To show our good plans Brazil is unilaterally withdrawing from all occupied territories.Our forces will no longer take any hostile action against Swedish America.Its future can be discussed in the LoN later on.
And I think all insulting statements made by Brazil during the war towards Russia were over-reactions and I apologize for them.

Britain and Sweden do not want peace.My allies of Canada and USA,do not hear Britains lies and help me protecting my home country.
Members of the League of Nations,please stop Britains invasion fleet from reaching my country!

Pieter, would you please stop posting so much? I come back from sleeping and have 2 pages to read...

To: President Hjalmar Mitchel
From: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf
Subj: EA

Unfortunately Germany has no interest in joining such an alliance. You see, as the AA has dissolved as a war time alliance we see no need and have no intentions to follow in their footsteps. Europe is not only too different but this is all too much like the AA.

I am sorry.

Dispatch from the government of Conrad von Hotzendorf

I am completely AGAINST this idea. It saps our countries of money and creates an international 'peacekeeping' force that we really don't need. In hard times like this, Germany not only cannot afford to put her money into the LoN, but will not.

If people want an international organization make it an unarmed one. Their job should be to resolve conflicts and not end them with force. It should be a negotiating table, not a war room.

Not only that, but it discourages any kind of war. We've barely had any, and everyone refuses to let the Argentine war escalate. Let 'em have at it! Why not now? If you're interested in saving face, I'd like it more if there were someone out there who actually WASN'T condemning Sweden and Great Britain.

The LoN should be completely trashed as a military organization. We cannot go so far as to make peace with force. Also, for game reasons, it would make it even more bland. We need war once in a while, why try and prevent it so much?

OOC: Well, either way it's pretty much prevented, with the dogpile on the rabbit tactic used by everyone else whenever someone declares war. I'd rather not fight at all if the only result is having every other nation in the world start trying to invade me

To: Brazil
Fr: USA

The United States will continue to support our Brazilian allies in their time of need. You will not face the world alone.


To: Great Britain
Fr: USA

The actions of your new European Alliance closely resemble those of President Cain's American Alliance. Brazil has apologized and withdrawn from all Swedish territory. I think those are significant steps on the road to peace. If you invade Brazil, you may consider yourself at was with the US. Please, step back, let us sigbn a cease-fire at least, and then we can negotiate the exact terms and conditions of a treaty.


To: LoN
Fr: USA

The United States feels as Germany does. We accept the LoN and wish it success in mediating the world's conflicts, but we will not send money for it to support a military.

To the world
Russia has rethought it's stance in the LoN case. We do not wish any power setting themselves up as the armed arbiters of the world, as we have expressed earlier in relation to other situations. Therefore, we would love to see an LoN that can mediate, but we do not wish to see one that has the power to declare that one nation is the "good guy" and the other the "bad guy" in a conflict.
Besides, imagine what may happen if someone usurps control. Russia has decided to no longer provide monetary support for an armed LoN.

(OOC: After a bit of thought, I agree with Toasty and EmperorCoopinus. This would make it nigh-on impossible to declare war (like it isn't difficult enough already).

Nah, I was just thinking that it would mean that we'd have a civil war going on in Ibiza, as nations at war's troops would be duking it out there!

Also, it meant that sides can be evened up if people start ganging up. That's why the Trinity Alliance kept on backing Sweden, and were going to join the war, to even the sides up and make war last longer.

South Africa was nearly obliterated in the last war, so if anyone's looking for some fresh land, they're weak!

And how about a proxy battle for South America? One army of the AA meets one army of the Swedish to fight it out? Possibly that could be a sport in the Olympics held in America :p

Nemesis

To:Brazil
From: Sweden
You should not think that you can attack Sweden and after a while you back out. I can agree on peace if 30% of Brazil is given to Sweden and Allies.

To the nations of the world:
As Japan sees that many powerful countries are unwilling to join the League of Nations, we too decided to refrain from joining the league. Japan does not think that this "League" will be able to make any difference in the world if only a few countries support it.

Russia supports the league, and will send diplomats to it's main centre, but will not give support to a separate military, that's all.

To: Sweden
Fr: USA

The United States will oppose any Swedish annexation of Brazilian land.

To: Usa
Fr: Sweden
Why didn´t you oppose Brazilian annexation of Swedish land then?

Prince Alexander looked grim as he stepped up to the podium.

"Peace is being declared by many sides, but the Swedish refuse to budge. I can understand their anger, but war for them is not the answer. They were routed in Swedish South America at the beginning of the war, and can never really have the strength again to oppose the American Alliance. The treaty from Brazil of all lands returned to normal seems fair to me, but Sweden doesn't accept it.

"If the war continues, as the Swedish no longer have the strength, it will be Sweden's allies whose troops are fighting this war! Why is the answer left to Sweden if they have hardly any strength left to fight the war? It isn't their troops that will die in the war if it continues, that's why Sweden wants to continue it!

"I say we no longer give Sweden a choice, they either accept the American Alliance's fair deal of all lands returned to normal, or face their allies withdrawing from the war. That means the TA will no longer back them.

"I hope all of their allies reconsider their stance, as their demand for Brazillian territory was staggering! They have no strength to hold their own territory let alone take more, yet that is what they intend to do with the blood of their allies!

"May the world join me in condemning Sweden!"

MAJOR RULE CHANGE

To make war more frequent, as it is boring without it, I introduce the SKIRMISH concept.

You can order your troops to skirmish along the border, which can result in hightened tensions but not war, as it is a "misunderstanding". Skirmishes don't activate alliances, and are usually not that costly.

To reflect this, the fight is only one round of combat per defender(in comparison to 1 round per attacker normally). A draw, which is usually lethal in normal combat, is just that, a draw between those troops. This will hopefully make skirmishes less costly.

Winning a skirmish can give you a bit of land, not as much as a war though.

Nemesis

We will punish those stupid enough too attack Sweden!

TO: Sweden and Brazil
FROM: Pierre Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada.
SUBJECT: War

Our ally Brazil has our full backing if she is once agian attacked by Sweden. The majority of our military forces will be commited.

However, we do not see the need for this conflict, Sweden has practicly no armies left, her navy is in ruins and the other European powers do not see the need for this invasion as well.

If you wish to spill more blood in the fields, it will be on your hands alone.

I must warn about an attack from another nation. There is a European nation that has given orders for their troops to help Sweden.

They haven't given a warning, so it seems that I must. Anyway, combat will be resolved tonight, if that nation hasn't pulled their troops back.

Nemesis

To:World

My secret sevice reports civilian ships loaded with troops and weapons heading to Brazil.But we do not know which nation these troops belong too .As the TA has decided to stay neutral,the only other possiblities are France,Italy,Germany,Russia or (most likely) Britain.So every ship bearing these flags will be ordered not to near Brazilian coast.If it does not it is considered hostile and fired upon.So I suggest to the peaceful nations of these list to stop all their ships until this crisis is resolved.

THere is no cricis, only war!

To the Brazilian Government
Russia assures you, and I swear on my fathers grave, that we would never use such clandestine means to support a nation that is continuing a war WE WANT TO END! Whoever is doing this has obviously not thought it very well through.
If Sweden doesn't stop rattling it's sabre soon, Russia will take no action to help them in what will be a massacre. Let them be erdicated from South America, if that's what they want, but I sincerely suggest they go with the peace that has been offered. Sweden has been offered perfectly reasonable terms, far better than they could have expected had it not been for international pressure.
We put pressure on the AA because we wanted a fair peace and an end to the hostilities.
But if the Swedes think that we're going to support them in continuing this, they'd better think again!
Premier Romanov

[OOC - since no one seems to be joining anymore, might as well make the Trinity Alliance my own fair-play nation! Don't worry, combat is still random as always, and the TA will only interfere in big conflicts, or unfair ones.]

Prince Alexander glanced around the room, daring someone to disagree with him.

"The war must be brought to an end." agreed Juan Carlos, President of Spain.

"Yes, it must. Skirmishes occur all the time, but all out war is a most devastating event." President of Greece, Justin Daniels spoke.

"I think we shouldn't intervene in this war." President Marc Anthony of Egypt was the one to disagree with the Prince.

"But Sweden must be taught that when peace is offered on reasonable terms, it must be accepted!"

"I will not sign the authorisation for war, but you may begin a skirmish if you must." Marc spoke firmly.

"I have an idea that may bring Sweden to her knees, and force her to accept peace." Alexander grinned.

He glanced at his troop deployments. Each nation in the Alliance contributed troops to a regular AFTA army, and would donate extra in a crisis. Even at full mobilisation, the arrangement left enough troops at home for each nation to be able to defend themselves. As was traditional, while he had tabs on every person so he would know which nation to send the letters of condolences to, the men in AFTA only wore AFTA uniforms, no insignia denoting what nation in the Trinity Alliance they were from.

REGULAR AFTA TROOPS(donated by Trinity Alliance Nations)

3 tank regiments
5 infantry regiments
5 parachute regiments
5 transport wings
3 ground-based fighter wings
2 ground-based bomber wings
1 aircraft carrier
2 battleships
2 destroyers
2 frigates
3 carrier-based fighter wings
2 carrier-based bomber wings

FULL MOBILISATION AFTA TROOPS

3 aircraft carriers
9 carrier-based fighter wings
6 carrier-based bomber wings
9 tank regiments
15 infantry regiments
9 fighter wings
6 bomber wings
5 parachute regiments
5 transport regiments

He sighed, knowing that some of these men would die in the fight.

Sweden had three months(OOC - by Wed.'s orders) to declare peace in South America, and return to the pre-war lines, or face the full mobilised might of AFTA.

He knew it was a gamble, but he hoped for a return to the times when it was just skirmishing along borders, not these horrific wars that cost so many men and leave nations defenceless against others.

The Trinity Alliance's close neighbour, South Africa, had been weakened in such a way by supporting Sweden, who hadn't send enough air cover to defend the South African troops, who had to rely on their own air force to defend them. And with South Africa not being a major air-faring nation, their troops had been hit hard from the air.

Now he had plans in his desk for an attack on South Africa, due to it's weakness. He never knew if it would be put into practice or not. He hoped it wouldn't. But if it did, the plan included invading South Africa, splitting it three ways between the Trinity Alliance nations, giving each an extra 25 gold each.

Then Madagascar, south of the French part, would be split between other nations to prevent them attacking the Trinity Alliance in revenge.

He shook his head clear of those thoughts. He didn't want to attack an old ally, not even for money.

OOC: Sorry I haven't sent in my buys yet uk, been working a lot. I'll have them in by tonight when I get home. I'm on American EST, so in about...6 hours they should be there.

Well I have the day off tomorrow, as my last exam is the day after. That means I can post the results tomorrow instead.

I hope there is little combat to resolve, lol, it's time consuming to say the least. But at least the results are accurate.

Everyone remember the new order of skirmishing! You have to give a skirmish order in one of three ways:

Land - you may skirmish against an enemy border in the hope of gaining a bit of land. You may also amphibiously skirmish, and drop parachutists from the air. The last two can be used to set up small beachheads behind enemy lines. But a major skirmish by the enemy may push you back into the sea, and if their navy rules the waves, you may lose the entire army as it has nowhere to retreat to.

Sea - ships may skirmish against each other, as may submarines and naval air wings, like the US/Russia submarine battles during the Cold War.

Air - your pilots may "accidentally" start a bit of a gunfight against another nation's air force.

Sea skirmishes can gain control of the sea in that area, land ones can take land, and air ones can gain air superiority.

Skirmishes DON'T have to be declared, except in the orders. The nation doesn't need to be informed, and while it will show up on the map which nation it was, it will never be revealed in the combat reports.

Skirmishes MAY NOT be declared this Sat/Sun, as I created them after most orders were in. Only from this Wednesday on may skirmish orders be given.

Nemesis

Article from the Berliner Zeitung.
Chancellor von Hotzendorf declares day of reckoning for South Africa; for unjust action in South America, he claims.

By Otto Goshart

"Germany has assembled a great army today to attack the South African savages," he said at the Reichstag. "Because of their illegitimate involvement in South Africa and the consequential hostilities between Europe and America we must resolve this problem."

A huge army, reportedly involved over 5 Kreigsmarine divisions, Army Corps & Air divisions, was assembled to take action against the South Africans (whose forces were largely detroyed in war).

"Not only that, but this nation violently sought world monopoly through the militant LoN. If they are to continue such blatant agression at creating hostility and mistrust between the world, we must solve anything that would cause innapropriate misconduct resulting from their actions."

Foreign minister Ribbentrop reportedly stated that "Germany does not call on her allies for help." The government is confident of success, as the Berliner Zeitung is, against this undemocratic and despotic government.

Ultimate success is expected. Germany now drives deep into South Africa.

President Shaka addressed the world:

"I know I have not been a democratic ruler, holding onto power far longer than I should have, but I can make amends. I supported an ally in need of help in South America, and it wasn't I who suggested the military of the League of Nations, but that warmongering Alexander! Nations of the world, support me please!"

"But isn't Alexander one of the generals that ended the Great War due to his quest for peace? And wasn't he the one who rescued Spanish citizens from their civil war by taking Madrid for the democrats without loss of civilian life?" one reporter asked.

Damn, Shaka thought. Alexander's knight in shining armour routine was showing him up yet again. Didn't people understand the Zulu's natural warrior instinct? Although he had once faced Alexander on the battlefield, and had to admit the younger man had the same instinctive military skill, but not the will to use it in the way a warrior should.

Warriors should conquer! he thought glumly. Alexander has all that power, yet he uses it for peace.

Moron.

**************************************************

"I condemn South Africa's militant ways, and the Trinity Alliance will not support them." Alexander felt cheated. Damned Germans took South Africa first, he thought. I could have created a new colony for the Trinity Alliance, and have made the South Africans better educated, etc.

But the Germans will do well, I'm sure, he thought.

TO: The Nation of Germany
FROM: Pierre Trudeau, of Canada.
SUBJECT: Invasion of South Africa

While we agree that South Africa's invasion in South America was unprovoked, they signed a peace treaty and condemed what they did.

The AA will not take any action agianst Germany, providing she

A) When the Zulu government is toppled, the country will be re-established with a Democracy

B) Civilians and other targets will be unmolested.

C) After the conflict ceases, South Africa will remain with her independence, NOT become a procterate of Germany.

If these terms can filled, then we support this invasion of South Africa.

If not, then we may have to take further action, torwards Germany.

To:Germany
From:Brazil

I fully support your jusitified action against South Africa.They intervened in the Swedish War and so almost brought it to escalate in a world war again.We are still facing the Swedish menace but when it is defeated we will support you if requested.

NEWS FROM BRITAIN - important that everyone reads this!!!!

BRITAIN COMES CLEAN ABOUT ARGENTINA

In an emergency press conference in London, Pres. Mitchell came clean about the alleged British involvement in Argentina. He said that it is Britain who is sending troops to support Sweden and that the civilian ships and flags were for protection while the troops were in International Waters.

"Now that our fleets are in Brazilian waters, I might as well tell the world the truth," he said. He then delivered an emotional speech which had this reporter reaching for his Cleenex.

"For months now my allies have been talking about a peace settlement in Argentina. However, this settlement calls for "peace at all costs". Britain has always supported the theory of peace at all costs...but what, my dear allies, if the cost is too great?

How great was the cost of thousands of innoscent Swedish civilians and soldiers who were massacred. How great was the cost suffered by Sweden when their pride and dignity was taken away from them.

Peace at all costs, can become a very expensive bargain. Although we appreciate the attitude of our allies and understand that some of them (France) might even condem and insult us, we cannot change our beliefs. Britain is a nation committed to peace, yes, but also to justice. And the atrocities commited by the Brazilian forces cannot go unpunished. What respect would that show towards the concept of justice, my friends? And when we start ignoring justice, we open the gates to chaos.

These nations belittleing and insulting Britain must reconsider. Your actions may be far worse than ours. I am not a man who supports war, and Britain is not a nation that is trigger happy. We are simply making it our responsibility to deliver justice upon the criminals - Brazil.

Maybe, France, Germany, Russia and the AA should stop critisizing and look at themselves. Arn't you perhaps sacrificing justice at the cost of peace. Then my friends, peace has become too expensive.

I cannot claim to be the leader of a democratic and just nation and then stand by as Brazil gets away with murder. My reconciliation efforts towards America and Canada has proven that I am a forgiving man. But forgiveness can only go so far before it becomes ignorance.

Britain will stand by Sweden, and even if we fight alone, we will rest with the sure knowledge that we are fighting for a noble cause."

TO: Great Britian
FROM: Pierre Trudeau, of Canada
SUBJECT: Reply

I will not lecture on how far your nation has gone for peace in the past, instead i will deliver a simple message..

If you invade Brazil, the U.S and Canada will declare war, i don't care if Atilla the Hun is hiding out in Rio de Janerio.. you are attempting to take a nations soverign rights, justice does not justify it.

Do not confuse this with the Swedish South America invasions, while they should have never occured, there was a reason for declaring war behind it, Terrorists using Swedish weapons and coming from Swedish South America.

Violence only rewards it's self with more violence.

Your version of justice is flawed, and i will not allow Brazil to suffer because of what you feel is right.

For the last time, for the very last time, withdraw from Brazillan waters.

Matt Sung-Hui of China stands up in front of his confused Council.

"Quiet down, please. Now, let us hold a vote. Who votes to ally with the AA?"

No hands were raised.

"Who votes to ally with the EA?"

Again not a soul raised his hand.

"Who votes for China to be a neutral country in the AA-EA conflict, which is already being resolved?"

Everyone in Council Hall besides Sung-Hui raised their hand into the air.

"And so that it will be."

To: The nations of the world
From: China
Subject: Neutral
We ABSOLUTELY are NOT going to take sides in this conflict. Laugh at us, scold us, we don't care. The nations included in the conflict have done NOTHING to us. We will now on not respond to any requests to take sides in this pointless war.

To China
Join the club. We don't want to take any action on the S.S.A affair either.

[ooc: actually another nation is sending troops too, not only britain]

To: Despot Mitchell of Britain
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: Brazil
France shall no-longer tolerate your attmepts to bring the World into war and destroy the peace!! I have held an emergency cabinet meeting and declared my intentions to go to war with Britain. The French army shall ensure freedom for the British people this time for sure.
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

To: The American Alliance
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: War
France has officialy declared war against the Republic of Britain. We shall aid our friends across the sea and attempt to bring down this tyrannical force which intends to enslave the world under it's fake calls for justice.
Forever by your side,
President Phillipe Henry


Special Radio & Television Announcement From President Phillipe Henry
My fellow French citizens. Today at 12:00 midday France declared war upon the tyrannnical British empire. France must protect herself at all costs from the imperilistic and communist British government. We must save the British people from their crazed despotic ruler.
We shall fight with honour and with God on our side!!
Freedom shall prevail

To: Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau
From: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf
Subj: Re: Invasion of South Africa

Mr. Trudeau,

I understand your concerns as you too are a democratic nation; however, I can assure that Germany means no ill-will to the world but seeks to eliminate a menace appearant in South Africa.

South Africa has committed crimes to escalate the Agentine crises, and must be punished and the threat must be eliminated; therefore, once South Africa has been defeated (and I am sure it will be immediately), it will become a part of Germany in a state similar to German Indonesia and German West Africa.

We are only taking this course of action to ensure that such things do not happen again. As soon as the situation has resolved we can hammer out our differences.

Germany has for the larger part turned the other cheek on you and your allies' actions in Swedish South America and we now ask you to do the same to ours in South Africa.

Germany has intentions of launching an expansive construction and education plan to the South Africans that have suffered under Shaka's rule. This is the most we can offer in response to your concerns.

To: President Phillippe Henry of France
From: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf
Subj: British war

As a respect to France's sovreignty, and our friendship, as a nation we will not demand that you end this war. However I must inform you that Germany will only aid you should we be attacked. Britain continues to work as she believes is right, as you now do so; we will not intrude on either's work.

Cordially,
Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf.

To: Germany
From: Sweden
How did Sout Africa "commit crimes to escalate the Agentine crises"? They only helped out a nation unfairly declared war upon. I thought that you supported their move as you said that hadn´t it been for your civil war you´ve had come to our help! Now is the time to come to my help not to attack a nation weakened in a war they did not start.

Emergency OOC

OOC: Everyone, I wish to make it clear that I am not an , like everyone, save Germany and Sweden seems to think. I, the player, am merely ACTING the part of an Iron-fisted ruler. If Britain had a democratic and peace-loving ruler, my foreign policy would have been totally different. Get what I am saying? Don't be mad at me, be mad at Pres. Mitchell. I am saying this in the light of France's very heated post to me. If these are only aimed at Pres. Mitchell, I apologise about my long message. But, don't you think calling Britain a "rat" is a bit irresponsible for and World Leader? I mean, if you view this as a real situation, I did after all sponsor 5 gold to you and now you are declaring war. Basically, what I am trying to say is this: Everbody should think clearly before blundering along and insulting and declaring war, otherwise the game becomes unrealistic. Once again: Be mad at Pres. Mitchell, not at the player, Pieter. The events that are going to happen in Britain shortly will (in light of your reactions to the Swedish crisis - referring to France calling me Communist) really piss most of you off. But, I am only PRETENDING. You are most welcome to belittle and insult, just keep it within the borders of realistic comments by World leaders.

Secondly. I apologise for placing too many posts in the thread, Toasty. Many people have (cordially) reprimanded me about this. I will try and limit them in the future.

Yours (no hard feelilngs)
Pieter

(Sorry, another thing OOC: I think that the game gets boring if there are no wars and crisisis. So, if it seems as though I am swinging my sabre left and right, it is just to heat things up. So, don't feel obliged to obliterate me evertime I squek about something - I need some allies too. I just want to make it clear: As I am currently the only one really fuelling anything here, its kinda hard to keep things active (i.e. wars) if veryone wants to wipe me from the face of the earth.)

DISPATCH
From: The Office of the President of the Republic of Great Britian

TO: France
RGB respects your opinion about the Swedish Argentina crisis, and we trust that you are guided by your sincerest beliefs and the beliefs of your people. However, I am guided by the beliefs of my people and therefore I cannot change my foreign stance towards the S.S.A. crisis. I am saddened that you might think that I am a Communist ruler and can assure you that we have a multi-party Capitilist government. I also hope that the elections that will be held in two months (i.e. this week) will convince you that I am not a tirant. Please, could you postpone your declaration of war till after the election. Then, you may not need to remove me by force, if my people are really unsatisfied with my foreign policy, then they will democratically vote me out. Otherwise, you will see that they infact support me, which I believe is the case. I beg you to reconsider, despite your recent resentments, Britain still has the highest opinion of France and its people and would not wish to got to war.

To: Germany
Britain supports your efforts in South Africa. We would however like to echo the calls by CANADA (who evidently hates our guts) that you should not annex SA as a cologny. I do not think it would be in the best interest of the world if SA loses its independence. We however respect your opion and thank you for subtly supporting Britain's sovereignty concerning the French isssue.

To: China
Dear Chairman. Despite the fact taht violence is being contained in India, my sources still tell me that terrorists are infilatrating from China into India, fuelling the rebellion. I am therefore alerting my armies in India to reside at our border in order to monitior the situation. Please note that my forces (unfortunately) will have to execute or arrest anyone (civilian or military) coming across the border. In light of the Swedish South American crises after terrorism there, I hope that we will be able to peacefully sort this situation out. Cooperation by China will be vital in keeping this peaceful.

Yours sincerely, Hjalmar Mitchell
DEMOCRATIC president

OOC: Yeah, don't be so nasty to Pieter. Like he said, he is only playing the role of a tyrant. :D /OOC

To: Pres. Mitchell
Subject: Terrorism (?)
I assure you that none of the Indian terrorists are from China. My police have searched the entire country, but no evidence of terrorist presence in China has been found. I do request, though, that you remove your forces from our borders. If you harm one hair on an honest Chinese citizen, you will get a taste of our military.
We have noticed your lack of allies. Since we have had good relations in the past, I would be honored if we could sign a personal MPP.

Yours,
Chairman Matt Sung-Hui of China

Pieter, I think we all know everyone's playing in character. If they don't then they probably shouldn't be playing NESs, cause things can get pretty heated lol...

Anyway, trade embargoes will be enforced on Friday, when I will post what money nations have to spend on Saturday. That means any embargoes have to be PMed to me before the Friday of that week. Then on the Friday I will post who has embargoes against who and how much each nation has to spend.

Now that all orders are in, combat is being resolved and will be posted tonight.

Nemesis

To: China
From: RGB

My apologies for the misunderstanding. My troops have been ordered to patrol the Iranian border with India, not the Chinese one. There was a communication flaw in the Telegram from New Delhi.

Yours
H.J. Mitchell
PS: Also read your PM.

To: RGB
Subject: Thanks
We accept your apology, and we also hope to prosper alongside you in the protection of an MPP.

Scratch that, I haven't had orders from wilboman and WarlordMatt!

Matt, I got a PM from you, but it was deleted before I could read it?!

Nemesis

Anyway, combat will still be posted tonight, because I will assume Russia and China are remaining peaceful.

Nemesis

OOC: That post, nemesis, was way back when I was gonna help Brazil against Sweden, but I decided I didn't want to take sides.

And yes, I am gonna be peaceful. But I am allied with RGB.

BTW, Nemesis, you can post news from China if you want because I am bad at that. /OOC

Matt, I mean I need orders from you about how you are to spend the 100 gold you got Sunday!

News will be posted tonight, along with battle resolution.(lol, can't you tell I'm snowed under?!)

Anyway, I make up news from whichever country I want to :p

Nemesis

Originally posted by uknemesis
News will be posted tonight, along with battle resolution.(lol, can't you tell I'm snowed under?!)

Emphasis on "if you want". ;)

lol, I still need your deployments, I just hope to God they aren't attacking :p

Anyway, please put them in the right order, last time you had armies trying to take the place of navies?!

Nemesis

Read your PMs nemesis.

NEWS FROM BRITAIN - British Republican Press/Reuters/AP

BRITAIN SHUDDERS - MITCHELL IN COMA
Britain was shocked today at the news that President Mitchell suffered a severe stroke this morning at his home in Harwich. He has since fallen into a coma.

Vice-president, Herbert Kitchener, has since taken office as acting president, according to the Constitution. "I call on all Britons, and all other nations, to, despite the grievences you might have with Britain, to stand by us in this time of shock. We hope that you will pray for us...", a somewhat bewildered Kitchener said.

ELECTION TO CONTINUE
Despite Pres. Mitchell's stroke, the National Election, scheduled for next week (i.e. tomorrow) is set to continue.

According to British law, a party must have a majority vote (50%+) to govern. If a party gets less than 50% support, it must form an coalition government with another party. Whoever can form the biggest coalition (adding % votes together) will govern.

It is expected that the Federal Alliance who currently governs the country will stay in coalition the way they are. The two parties, teh Federal Party and the Concervative Front, have to split up for the duration of the election however (according to law) so that citizens may vote for a specific party and to see whether one party cannot get clear majority. After the election they can reunite again.

The major British parties (with candidates) are:

1. Federal Alliance (FA) - Concervative:
1.1 Federal Party (FP) - Pres. Hjalmar Mitchell (27% in 1934)
1.2 Concervative Front (CF) - Vice-pres. Kitchener (25% ")

2. Democratic Party (DP) - Liberal (33%):
Governor William Markham

3. National Socialist Party (NSP) - Far Right (13%):
Cecil John Rhodes

4. New Communist Party (NCP) - Communist (2%):
Jo Slovo

There are rumors that the FP might align with the far right NSP to form a new coalition governement - you'd have to wait till Wednesday evening to find out what happened.

WAR IMMINENT - CHURCHILL
Adressing a shocked Parliament today in an emergency session, Foreign Secretary, Winston Churchill announced today that war with France seems imminent. He called on all Britain's allie, especially Russia, China and Japan to try and convince France to step down, especially after president Mitchells stroke.

"We hope to have peace, because the British people need some good news now".

To:Acting President Kitchener
From:President Bergero

Despite our current conflícts I as a true Christian have prayed for Mitchell.However,I urge you to stop his criminal actions and to recall your ships heading to our territory or many young Britons will die due to the will of a soon-to-be-dead maniac.

Pieter my posts in this thread are entirly in character! When I write things as President Phillipe Henry they are directed at the character you play and not you yourself. As for the "rat" and "communist" comments they are to stir up support for my campiagn among French people;)

Henry Refuses To Stand Down!
In a shocking announcement today President Phillipe Henry said he would not back down on his declaration of war on Britain, but he did say he would post-pone the attack until after the British elections. Should a new and fair government take control of Britain then the attacks would be post-poned indeffinately.
According to a recent poll among French people, 78% are in favour of war with Britain, these results are said to be due to an increase in the belief of liberty and freedom among French people.
From The 'Strasbourg Poste'

To: RGB
Fr: USA

While all nations of the world wish for the speedy and healthy recovery of your PM, we also wish mightily that the current Prime Minister will turn his ships around and leave Brazilian waters. American troops have returned to the United States, but this by no means lessens our support of Brazil. If you invade, the united States will declare war on you, and we will sweep you into the sea. The world wants to forget this war, don't be the one rubbing salt in the wound.


To: France
Fr: USA

We support you wholeheartedly in your war against the imperialist England. If British troops land in South America, we will be comrades-in-arms. Good luck, friend.

To: World
From: RGB - acting president, Herbert Kitchener

Dear friends (and foes)

I have heard your calls to stop the invasion of Brazil. However, according to the British constitution, only the Executive President (it is president, not PM, America) may declare or end an invasion or war. In the case of the absense of an Executive President, Parliament must vote on such issues.

As it is clear that the world wants to end this war, I will do my best to try and convince Parliament to vote against the invasion. However, my party (CF) only enjoys about 25% support, whilst the Federal Party with whom we share an alliance, has 27% of the vote. It would then be difficult to convince the Federalists to vote against the invasion, as they fully back pres. Mitchell and he has also enjoyed renewd backing by some other parties as well (the National Socialist Party).

I will try my best, but in the end it is up to the British parliament to decide. I thank you for your comforting words in this time of crises.

To: Brazil
As a true Christian as well, my thanks go out to you for your heartfelt words in this time of crisis. I am saddened by the escalating situation in Argentina and wish I could end it right now. But, as I mentioned, it is up to the Parliament, who will convine tomorrow, despite the elections.

Yours
Acting pres. Herbert Kitchener

PS: Mr. Mitchell's health is spiralling worse and worse. Please, keep us in your prayers.

NEWS FROM BRITAIN


The British Colony Office has released this map showing (surrounded by a black line) the area from which terrorists are suspected to be coming from. The black area in India is were the most violent and dangerous rebellions have been breaking out.

Subj: India

Well Britain, your orders for peace will have to wait for tomorrow's orders.

**************************************************

"Good day, world. This is Gillian Fox of CNN." Gillian looked carefully at the camera.

"In our first news of the day, German troops have invaded South Africa. The resistance was powerful from the South African Navy, but once that was eventually overcome, it split the nation's army, as it was divided between Madagascar and the mainland.

"German troops took the mainland after a fierce battle, including the capital. President Shaka fled to Madagascar by plane, where only one South African army and squadron remain to defend him.

"In other news, things heated up in South America today, with huge casualties on both sides. Out of the five carriers involved in naval actions, three lay on the ocean floor. Luckily, the 5th Brazilian Fleet was out of the area, in the Pacific rather than the Atlantic, where all the action was. The fighting began on land with an airborne invasion of North Brazil by British paratroopers, but without enough transports for the number of paratroopers, only one regiment was used. That regiment was massacred easily.

"In the south, an early counter-attack by the Canadian and Brazilian forces defending South America encircled the 2nd Swedish Army and decimated it. Then came the Allied landings, which forced the American allies right back to the pre-war border. There they dug in and held the line, and terrible cost to both sides.

"Rumours say that the Americans are now outnumbered by at the very least 2 to 1 by the Allies, and it is a matter of time before the whole of Brazil falls."

Gillian glanced at her producer, who was holding up a sign.

"Wait, there seems to be some hope for the American Alliance. We cross now to the headquarters of the Trinity Alliance, on the island of Crete."

[Picture changes to one of Prince Alexander standing at a podium]

"I have heard of the dreadful cost suffered by the people of South America by the imperialistic Swedish. That is why I must now do this, to bring an end to this war.

"Sweden, declare peace with your allies NOW, or face your own country being invaded by AFTA forces. Our mobilised force is near Sweden now, and if you continue this war, your country will fall. That is a promise."

[Cuts back to the studio]

"Well, it seems we have a threat against Sweden and her allies. Will they respond with peace? Join us next time on CNN."

************************************************** *

HEADLINES

GERMANS CRUSH REBELS

The last rebels in Germany were crushed by Panzers today, hiding near the Swiss border. The German President declared it a "victory for democracy".

PRESIDENT MITCHELL OF BRITAIN SUFFERS STROKE

President Mitchell is in a coma due to a stroke. This paper is one that hopes he will not survive, as he has been a warmongerer.

BUST UP ON THE IRAN-INDIA BORDER

Troops today clashed on the border between India and Iran, the British blaming "Indian rebels" and the Iranians blaming the British.

Sources say that the British may intend to use skirmish orders over the border as soon as possible, but for now there is peace.

TAKEN FROM "THE AFTA NEWS"

New map:

http://www.civfanatics.net/uploads/uknes2.jpg

Nemesis

BRITAIN CLAIMS LAND

Despite International concenus, the British Foreign Secretary announced today that Britain claims to have certain areas in Brazil under British control. Brazil of course denounces this as utter rubish, but the Brits are holding fast "our troop have complete or partial control over these areas and we are declaring them British".

See map:

OOC: I understand that everyone will apose this, just thought the world map was getting a bit old and that the war we all geared up for was a bit disappointing.

(I've been observing this NES for a while) talk about a futile war! :D

BRITAIN, YOU HAVE NO LAND IN NORTHERN BRAZIL! I told you, your forces lost that battle! Sending two paratroopers in with one transport(which means only one could deploy!) meant you lost that battle easily! No way did you gain any land there I'm afraid.

And the border that I showed is the one being held by American Alliance forces, but they are weak, and so it may very well collapse in the next combat phase.

But the Swedish alliance was reclaiming land, it was claimed all for Sweden, even what your troops took. If you'd wanted it to be your colour, you should have said, as I thought you were fighting to help an ally.

Anyway, if you declare what you took back for Sweden as British soil, I will paint it as that in tomorrow night's map.

Nemesis

To: Acting President Herbert Kitchener
From: President Mustafa Qaman of Iran

Our intelligence agencies have tracked rogue former Prime Minister Farid Al-Qafar to Indian soil, where we believe he is orchestrating insurrectionist activities against my rightfully elected party's control. It is vital to the security of Iran that this traitor is returned to us immediately, and we cannot take any risks of allowing him to escape; we have no choice but to authorize an armed incursion into Indian territory. As the northwest has a heavy loyal Muslim population we expect little local resistance and believe we can secure it quickly, provided that the British colonial government does not resist. Given full cooperation we can guarantee that there will be no lasting repercussions and all damages will be paid for by my government, but if British forces resist this action I make no promises.

To: Trinity Alliance
From: Sweden
You shouldn´t threaten me! If my army was still intact I would whip your ass. As it is now I have to give in to your demands.

To: AA
From: Sweden
Give me peace now. You must pay me 10 extra gold next turn as you took those from me before.

To: Phillipe Henry of France
Subject: Stop
We urge you to reconsider your intentions to declare war on the RGB, or we will be forced to destroy you, as we have a personal MPP with them. Please do not plunge the world into yet another conflict, in which the peaceful People's Republic of China would be included.

Regards,
Chairman Matt Sung-Hui of China

To:Sweden
From:Brazil

We will gladly sign a peace treaty but we cannot agree to give you any money.These 10,000,000 $ were reparations for the casualties and victims done by the terrorists supported over Swedish America.

TO: The International Comunity
FROM: The AA Member, Canada
SUBJECT: War


CANADA DECLARES WAR ON BRITAN

In a press interview the Prime Minister gave a strong and valliant comment torwards his nation, and the enemy.

"Britian has declared all-out war agianst our ally, and thus, we must do the same"

Rumors are spreading that the colonies of Australia and India are being targeted by the R.C.A.F, 2nd Navy and 3rd and 4th Armies.

When asked about this, the Prime Minister responded "No comment"

While it is unlikely that attacks will begin in Europe as well, with the situation with Sweden coming to an end, it is still possible.

The nation has rallied behind the AA, and it is expected that war time efforts will begin in the nation.

Alexander snorted in digust at the proposal.

"Sweden demands money?! After it has caused the deaths of thousands by refusing a fair peace treaty? Tell Brazil we back them in this matter, Sweden must be made to see sense.

"As for Britain, tell them to halt their imperialistic ways. Any more war in South America, and AFTA forces may just have to invade London itself!"

To: President Shaka of South Africa/Madagascar
From: Chancellor Conrad von Hotzendorf
Sucj: Peace

President Shaka, we will accept peace terms if the following is met:

I. All lands occupied by Germany are annexed by Germany.

II. The South African navy is surrendered and all ships are given to Germany.

III. South Africa pays Germany reparations of 10g/py for 10 years.

IV. Elections are held in Madagascar.

This presents an end to the war and a safehouse for a quarter of you industrial prowess. I urge you to accept.

"South African Navy?!" Shaka laughed. "He seems to think I am able to magic up some from somewhere! Tell Hotzendorf he sunk all my damned boats! As for elections, he can go to hell, I am the ruler of this nation!

"As for reparations, we cannot afford them! He has taken three quarters of our wealth! He may annex the territory if he likes, but the warrior Zulus will take it back! Our bombers are to bomb his troops, and our fighters engage his planes. Then, we will finally build a transport to cross the straights and take back what is ours!"

"But sir, what if he comes here next?"

"Then I will be forced to crush him. Weak we may at the moment be, but strong inside we are!"

Damn, he sounds just like Yoda, his aide thought unhappily.

Just nowhere near as wise.

To:Germany
From:Brazil

We would encourage the South Africans to accept the proposed treaty with you if III is removed.We try to settle the American conflict without reparations and your plan is contradicting our efforts.You should remove it.

"Shaka will not bow down to German swine ever! No amount of international pressure will make me relinquish my homeland!" Shaka shouted at the camera.

**************************************************

"I am afraid it seems that Shaka has gone mad. That is why I would propose that the Trinity Alliance should land in Madagascar and relieve him of power, and make the south of the island AFTA's. Then we will purchase the top part from France for 50 gold or whatever." Alexander outlined his plan, with the war in South America seemingly coming to an end.

"We will see what the Germans do first." Marc Anthony warned.

To: The World
From: Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf
Sucj: Madagascar

The heavy losses suffered by the Kriegsmarine and Luftwaffe prohibit greatly the application of German forces against Shaka in Madagascar.

Therefore, we are declaring a "first come, first serve" position on Madagascar. The first nation or nations to take it may have it without any trouble from Germany.

Happy hunting everyone.

OK then peace it is.

[ooc: wouldn´t it be fun to see how much each nation lost? if all agree lets post our total losses here!]

NEW YORK TIMES - EXTRA

WAR WITH BRITAIN! PRESIDENT JACKSON DECRIES BRITISH INVASION, SAYS U.S. WILL HONOR ALLIANCES

Washington, DC - President Jackson strongly condemned the British invasion of Brazil today, and followed it up with a declaration or war being approved by Congress.

"Peace was all but assured. But in one motion, all the hard work was undone. The British invasion of Brazil cannot stand. The United Staes will fully support our Brazilian and Canadian allies in their war against Britain. The United States also wishes to recognize France for their declaration of war upon imperialistic Albion."

American troops are again on the move, with factories across the nation ordered to war-time production. The initial forces heading into Brazil to contest the british and Swedish were not disclosed, but the President stated the U.S. would fight in more theaters than just the South American.

"The United States intends to take this war to the British, not the innocent people, but the seats of power and government. The rotten wood must be cleaned out."



To: France
Fr: USA

It appears British actions have again pulled us into war. This time, however, we have the benefit of your friendship as you take up the same struggle as our own. We would like to form a wartime alliance with you to coordinate actions against the enemy.

Sweden asks for peace!!
Seeing the huge AFTA army forming itself outside his home country, the president immediately asks all AA members for peace.

To: The American Alliance
From: President Phillipe Henry
Subj: War-Time Alliance
We agree to a war-time alliiance between our two great peoples. Together we shall end British Imperialism for good!!
Yours,
President Phillipe Henry

Russia expected to finish off S.A.

In a bid to aid our friends Germany, the Russian armies are ging to Madagascar to eliminate the last remains of Shakas militant forces, and bring the dictator to justice!
The RUssian army asks that the rest of the world stays out of this operation. We and Germany can handle it ourselves.

From: President Mustafa Qaman

The Iranian government makes no judgement upon the British at this time, though we know them for the corrupt Western imperialists they are, and stand by our originally declared intent to temporarily occupy northwestern India for our own security reasons, knowing rebel bases loyal to ex-prime minister al-Qafar to be operating from the region. Though Britain faces war with other Western powers, we demand that our operation is not interfered with; the fate of these provinces will be decided once we have determined that they no longer pose a threat to our security, whether they will be returned to Britain or other arrangements may be made for their control.

To:Sweden
From:Brazil

We will sign peace at any moment.But I demand you to get all British troops out of South America.

To:Iran
From:Brazil

We know how strong transnational terrorism can be and fully support your justified action against the imperialist British.

OOC: I notice that terrorism is the common scapegoat in any and all invasions that occur. The post-war world must be thouroughly rotten...

EMERGENCY DISPATCH FROM BRITAIN

This is Acting pres. Mitchell. Please, stop any and all planned invasions now! I have great NEWS!!!!!

I have managed to override the Constitutional Ammendment and have OFFICIALLY ended the war with Brazil. My forces will ALL pulled back immediately.

As for Brazil. My country pulls back any claims of land in Brazil. We will not Administrate any areas in Brazil, and any areas ceased by Britain that was Swedish, will remain Swedish.

To: FRANCE, AMERICA AND CANADA

Please friends, do not invade. The British military has been decemated, but a very strong 1st Army and a Fortifications still guardes the British Mainland. I beg you not to shed any more blood. Britain is willing to sign any peace accord and, you may even set the conditions. We want NO more war, please. I beg you, forgive the actions of Pres. Mitchell, although he only did what he saw fit. I personally do not want this war, and, although Pres. Mitchell might still recover, I am declaring this war history.

To: BRAZIL
Please, let's stop this war now. I am willing to sign any peace deal with you A.S.A.P. My forces are withdrawing as we speak. Please, lets have no more bloodshed.

Yours: Herbert Kitchener

To Iran
From Republic of Great Britain

Dear sir.

Unlike Pres. Mitchell, I am a peace-loving man. I do however see through your lie and know for sure that you only want to cease Indian territory for your own wealth. It is Iranian terrorists who are fuelling the violent Rebellion in India, and therefore actually Britain who should be mad.

However, to keep the good peace, I am allowing you to claim, free, without any skirmish, the area that I have shown in black in the attached map.

We have to talk about what fate lies ahead for the territory after you have settled the terrorist issue. We cannot let you have it permanently, that is for sure, but for the moment, you might administrate it. Britain cannot give land away you now.

I hope this ussue can be resolved peacefully and that Britain and our powerful ally, Japan, would not have to act (we seriously do not want to).

OOC: Granted, I'm not so sure that "terrorism" is quite so appropriate; it seems to me to be more of a modern buzzword. But it's still accurate; the excuse WWI was started on was an assassination, and minor sabotage and small-scale raids have often been used to provoke war (sometimes staged, sometimes not)--the Nazis faked a Polish raid in order to give some semblance of legitmacy to their invasion of Poland. It's a matter of posturing, really; it tends to make one look like a better leader than if you just said "I'm greedy land-hungry conqueror and you look weak. I declare war!"

BBC NEWS REPORT

ELECTION RESULTS IN
After a tense day of poling, concidering that half the free world had just declared war on all of Britain, the results of the 1939 General Elections are in.

Federal Party (Mitchell) - 23% (was 27%)
Conservative Front (Kitchener) - 31% (was 25%)
Democratic Party - 28% (was 33%)
National Socialist Party - 17% (was 13%)
Communist Party - 1% (was 2%)

After this was annouced, Acting pres. Kitchener annouced that hist party (Concervative) will form a Coalition with the Democratic Party. As this Coalition has a clear majority (59%), this makes the new National Democratic Alliance the new governing body, with Herbert Franklin Kitchener THE NEW EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT of the Republic of Great Britian! William Markham will become the new Vice-president.

Because of Mitchell's bad health, Pres. Kitchener will take office immidiately. Britain salutes you proud Kitchener!

To: RGB
Fr: USA

We are happy you have found a way to finally end this South American mess. We accept peace with Great Britain, and will cease any military operations against you. Since Brazil was most affected by this war, we will let them set down the final guidelines, but for now, all we request is the withdrawal of all British armed forces from the Western Hemisphere.


To: France
Fr: USA

The US will soon sign a cease fire with the British, as I'm sure your government will do as well. Obviously our military alliance is no longer needed, but we would like to begin cooperating with your great nation in peacetime. Perhaps a trade agreement, guaranteeing a certain lowered tariff for French goods coming into the US, and vice versa? I look forward to your reply.

Pres. Henry Jackson

To: Britain
From: President Mustafa Qaman

Your allegations are truly vicious and unfounded insults, but nevertheless I am pleased that you have agreed to let us solve this problem without bloodshed. Our two concerns are that we crush all support for Farid al-Qafar in the region and make sure that the largely Islamic population of these northwestern provinces have a secure, stable government providing for them; as the Argentine war winds down to a close, it seems as though Britain's hold on India is a secure one and we expect to complete our objectives and return control to Britain in short order.

To: IRAN
From: Pres. Kitchener

Dear friend

I would like us to immediately sign the Indian Accord which will formally set aside the guidelines for your military objectives. They are:

1. Iran may pass freely over the Indian border in the region of Kashmir.

2. Iran may temporarily control the area fully.

3. Iran may arrest or execute any non-European (i.e. non-white) connected to terrorist activities.

4. Iran will return the area back to British control within 2 years (i.e. two weeks).

5. Britain may forcefully oppose the invasion if Iranian forces move further than the area specified (i.e. Kashmir and North-West India.

If you are willing to sign this, I would be most pleased.

Yours in peace
Pres. H.F. Kitchener

Right, I will sort this combat out tomorrow night(GMT). You have until then to change orders due to peace treaties etc.

After this, I will be changing the system(yet again :p ). I know it's hard to keep up, but I'm trying to refine the NES as I go along.

Anyway, now buys for the week ahead will still have to be in on Saturday or Sunday.

Due to trade embargoes no longer existing, your salary will always be 100 gold unless you have extra territory, in which case I will have told you how valuable it is, or you have lost territory, in which case I will have told you how much you lost.

Orders will now be given out at any time during the week, and finally, on Wednesday nights, combat will be resolved. There will be no combat resolution on Sat/Sun, and orders will be allowed at all times.

This is to make the game more free-flowing.

Skirmish attacks are still included, but trade embargoes are to be got rid of, as they're too damned hard to keep track of(pity me, I'm overworked :p )

But to make a more deadly way of threatening a nation, the hydrogen bomb will be introduced. They cost 100 gold, but will wipe between 0% and 50%(on average, 25%) of the enemy hit's salary away for that turn. Hydrogen bomb attacks must be declared before Wed., and will be resolved on Wednesday with other combat. Then I will tell the hit nation how much they have lost.

A cheaper version, so that smaller nations have some defence, will be the atom bomb. These cost 50 gold, and do between 0 and 25% salary damage.

Thoughts?

Please don't condemn me for removing trade embargoes, and the second combat, have pity on a hard working soul! ;) :p

Nemesis

To: President Kitchener of Britain
From: President Mustafa Qaman of Iran

You have shown yourself to be a cooperative and understanding leader, and I would be happy to sign the proposed India Accord. I consider the exclusion of European arrests provided in point #3 a minor slight, but as I remain confident in my assumption that these subversive activities are being masterminded by my ousted rival Farid al-Qafar I do not expect it to become an issue. I will sign the accord immediately, and propose the following collorary, although your rapidly progressing negotiations with the American Alliance may make it a moot point:

6. In the event that British-controlled India is invaded by a third party and threatens the occupied zone, Iran will continue to occupy and defend the territory until Britain has firmly secured India or the war ends, at which time British control would resume. In such an event Iran makes no obligation to participate further than continuing to hold the occupied territories for eventual return to Britain.

(Uknemesis: why would someone spend 100 gold to remove 50 gold from someone else's salary? :confused: )

To: RGB
From: Matt Sung-Hui of China
China's army stands ready to aid you if the AA and France reconsider their proposals of cease-fire.....

Originally posted by The Troquelet
(Uknemesis: why would someone spend 100 gold to remove 50 gold from someone else's salary? :confused: )

For two reasons:

Some nations have more than 100 gold income(Germany for example) and therefore 50% would be 87.5(rounded up to 90) gold from her salary.

Also, nations can gang up with their nukes, especially the 25 gold ones, 4 nations could gang up on one and use it to remove their salary(possibly) for that turn.

Though you are right, I may up the chances to 0 to 100 for 100 gold, and 0 to 50 for 50 gold.

Thoughts, players?

Nemesis

TO: The Nation of Great Britian
FROM: The AA Member, Canada
SUBJECT: Cease-Fire

Due to your new willingness for peace, Canada will sign a cease-fire all hostilities with Britian will now cease.

The terms i will leave up to my allies the United States and Brazil.

[ooc: perhaps if the bombs also destroy around 2 divisions also or something. btw is anyone using fortresses?]

To: Germany
From: Sweden
As our fleet is wiped out I have no means to reinforce swedish south america anymore. I see your nation is very rich I ask you if you could support me by giving me 50 of your gold for buying a transport.

Some people have fortresses.

Anyway, I will change it that you can either aim the hydrogen bomb to to 0 to 100% income damage, or at an army, where each unit in it will have to roll 1 or 6 on a dice to stay alive.

The atom bomb can be aimed either to do 0 to 50% damage to income, or at an army, where each unit must roll 1, 2 or 3 on a dice to stay alive.

Nemesis

To:RGB
From:Brazil

My troops are ordered not to take any more hostile action in South America now British forces are back home.I will finally sign peace if Britain apologizes for its insulting statements towards the AA and for intervening in American affairs.

To:Sweden
From:Brazil

I hope for you your plans to reinforce Swedish America don't show any bad plans.

Premier Nicolay Romanov gains second turn in landslide victory!
In the recent elections, the party behind the Premier who united the country after the long years of war gained a second term with a popular vote of 73.7%, and it has once again fallen upon Nicolay Romanov to form a new government. Despite international friction and frequent heated exchanges with other world leaders, it seems Romanovs first period as Premier was a complete success, mostly due to the enactment of several key reforms. The closest runner up was the Rodina National-Socialist Party, the socalled Ronatso, with 13,88% of the votes. He is expected to return to his duties after a lengthy period of comparative silence in anticipation of the elections with great vigour.


To: The new President Kitchener of the republic of Great Britain.
Congratulations on your rise to presidency!
The people of Russia are overjoyed that finally the South American disaster can be put behind us, and many of my people have already concluded that you seem a far wiser and more reflected man than your rather trigger-happy predecessor (for who's recovery we, as true christians should, do of course pray).
In order to cement our newly refreshed friendship with you, we offer to you an MPP, along the lines of the one offered by China.
The deep-rooted friendship between our peoples which was demonstrated when we were at loggerheads with Brazil and you supported us, even to the point of going to war (a hasty act i hope we will never see the likes of in your presidency), makes it prudent for me to offer you such a deal.
In addition, we, the people of Russia, will reopen procedures to try and grant you access to the alliance shared between myself, France and Germany, provided they will agree to it as well. This European Union may in future prove to be just the kind of road block we need to prevent further escalation of hostilities between our nations.
Godspeed.
Nicolay Romanov

To Iran
Although Russia never supports terorism on principle, we also never support armed invasion of another nations territory for the purpose of eliminating such terrorism. When such an invasion is conducted by one of our neighbours against one of our friends, in order to secure the arrest of a former leader of your nation, whom you merely suspect of terrorist acts, it worries me. It worries me a lot. I will support Britain in any decision they make on this matter, and should it come to war, you will find yourself dealing with another enemy. I suggest you simmer down, and let Britain deal with your ex-president as Britain sees fit. And when Britain says they want to deal with European insurrectors in their own country, I see that as only fair. You should not demand to be allowed to arrest European nationals.

German Thoughts on EU

I must again say that I'm against this proposal. We have a bad habit of creating large, unwieldy alliances, and anything more than a scrap of paper involving a widespread European alliance would be unfavorable to Germany.

We should stay away from this whole "huge alliance" process--we saw what happened 22 years ago. It shouldn't happen again.

You have a point there. But Russia likes having many friends. It makes us feel safe...:D

To:Iran
From:Brazil

We've known the sadness of terror and acted in self-defence to end it.So we will support your decisions dealing with the terrorism supported via India and if Russia and Britain again decide to support terrorism indirectly they will have to bear the consequences.

Sorry guys, combat will be posted tomorrow(yeah, call me a lazy git, but I've been busy!).

Nemesis

To: Premier Nicolay Romanov of Russia
From: President Mustafa Qaman of Iran

Your objections are absurd. Clearly this is a matter vital to the security of both Iran and British India, and Kitchener is wise enough to entrust such a delicate and important operation to those more experienced in local matters. Britain has already agreed not to oppose the temporary occupation, and your attempts to bring bloodshed into the already peacefully-resolved situation can only be seen as warmongering efforts to create disorder. Iran is confident that its assumptions are correct, and object to the European exclusion clause only because it casts doubt on those assumptions.

DETROIT FREE PRESS - NOVEMBER 8, 1940

ELECTION NIGHT, JACKSON CLAIMS PRESIDENCY WITH LANDSLIDE VOTE.

Washington, DC - onight's election saw the largest margin of victory ever for an American presidential candidate, with President Henry Jackson winning his first term through election by an electoral count of 370 - 23. Jackson, architect of peace in South America, and the first to renounce Neo-Conservative ties in the waning days of the Cain administration ran with the Continental Party, the new party of most right wing voters in the U.S. The Party's main planks are ensuring peace throughout the Americas, constructive and meaningful cooperation with the European nations, coupled with further reductions in federal spending and responsibility.

"Returning more power to the states that make up our Union, and limiting the power of centralized federal government is keeping with the intentions of our Founding Fathers. Thomas Jefferson said, "That government is best which governs least," and that statement shall dictate all domestic policy pursued in my first full term."

Jackson's opponent, Tyson Blackholder of the Labor and Worker Party, gained a majority in only a few areas, notably most of American Central America, where Communist ideas hve found fertile ground with the poor Spanish speaking population. Blackholder had almost no success in areas north of Texas, but vowed the Communist movement in America would not die.

The new Senate elections have changed the complexion of Congress, with the Continental Party holding about 1/3 of the seats, with the rest divided between the LWP, Republicans, Libertarians, and four seats going to the far-right National Pride Party.

"As first election results come in the 1940 election sees the first president to be re-elected democratically in the history of Brazil.Although President Bergero went down from 69% to 54% it is still a victory for him.During the Argentinan War some demoscopes saw him únder 50%.Nevertheless the War was the decisive force in the results.While Bergero received under 35% im areas affected by the war near the border or once even occupied by the Swedish he recieved clear majorities in the non-affected areas;in the border region to the U.S.,before his reign a border to an unsecure neighbor and horte of terrorists,which is now completely safe near one of our closest Allies and friends,he received more than 80%.The old and new president will give his oath before the National assembly in about 2 weeks."

Radio Nacional,December 13th 1940

To:Pres.Jackson
From:Pres.Bergero

I congratulate you to your re-election.Obviously the American people agree with our policy of freedom,peace and democracy.

The Beijing Dragon, November 25, 1940
NO OPPONENTS FOR SUNG-HUI
Election Day came and went quietly yesterday. Realistically, Election Day never took place. The voting halls were empty, and no one aknowledged any electing yesterday. The honorable Chairman Matt Sung-Hui and his People's Republican Party had absolutely no opponents. This is probably because Sung-Hui has tried hard to keep our peaceful nation out of war during the short European-American War.
We hope that Sung-Hui keeps his position as Chairman for the years to come, as the people are very fond of him. He has managed to keep the nation in order, and out of war. Full story on page 4B

OOC: Yeah. I'm sureeee that the Chairman had no opponents because of his commitment to peace. Of courseeee;)
Ah well, I suppose that's elections chinese pre-WWII style for ya.
After WWII as well for that matter...

OOC: Hey! I did try to keep peace! It's a tough job you know. To tell the truth I could'nt think of any other Chinese names for his opponents.:D

OOC: I wasn't saying you weren't tyring to keep the peace. I was saying you you had no opponents for a completely different reason... :p

OOC to wilboman: :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

OOC to NEMESIS: Dear Nemesis, although I realise that you are completely overworked, could you PLEASE update pg. 1. I have no idea whether it is 1939, 1940 or still 1935. Also, new players who might wanna join will be sortof lost about what happened to South Africa, as your map suggests it is still large, prosperous and black.

To: IRAN
From: Republic Of Great Britian

Dear friend

Britain would be happy to accept clause no. 6 into the India Accord and concider it signed. As for Russia's comments: It saddenes me that you would insult Russia like that. What PM Romanov is trying to say is this - only if Iran breaks the India Accord, will there be serious problems. As long as you respect the regulations of the Accord, you will have no problems whatsoever from either Britain or Russia.

I do however, wish to remind you that 1. the Iran incursion may not last longer than 2 years and 2. no Europeans are to be arrested, as they do not fall under your target group for terrorists and they have the right to be dealt with by the British authorities. I am afraid as a non-colonial country, Iran does not quite understand that it is sometimes necessary to make a distinction between races.

To: Brazil

Dear sir. I can assure you that neither Russia nor Britain has any plans of war. All we want Iran to understand is that, in case they do not respect the India Accord, we will have no choice but to act.

Just as you objected to Britain's involvement in South American issues, I must now object to your involvment in a matter clearly confined to India.

I DO VERY MUCH apologise for the actions of my predecessor, Mr. Mitchell. I was never a supporter of the campaign and can assure you that Brazil has nothing to fear from Britain. We apologise for any profane statements made during the crisis and for the uneccesary bloodshed. We hope that you will accept our most humble of apologies.

To: AMERICA, CANADA, FRANCE
Thank you friends, for accepting peace, even though Britain was, some time ago, unwilling to accept it herself. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We hope that the Atlantic will be a peaceful place and that Anglo-American and Anglo-French relations will be fruitfull, peaceful and prosperous.

To: Russia
Dearest of friends
I would be most glad to sign any MPP (OOC: could somebody please tell me what that stands for) that you suggest. We would also be glad if you could help us in a request that we will notify you of privatel (pm).

Yours in peace
Pres. Herbert Franklin Kitchener

ECONOMY BOOM THREATENS RESOURCES

Although the recent news that Britain's economy is going from strenght to strenght, anylists are worried that Britain's Homeland and Offshore resources will be uable to provide the booming Industrial giant with the necessary resources.

Minister of Trade and Industry, Joanne Montgomery, said that Britain needs to concider broadening its resource base. "This will of course be done with land-purchases and NOT with force," she assured the reporter.

Meanwhile GDP growth exceeded the expected 4,5% and is currently 5,6%. This caused unemployment in Britain to drop from 2,4% in 1939 o 1,7% in 1940. The pound is also regaining ground after its sharp losses during the Swedish South American crises.

1 Pound = Russian Ruble 0,97
1 Pound = US$ 1,34
1 Pound = DM 1,67
1 Pound = French F 2,78
1 Pound = Canadian $ 3,23

Britains oil production has also soured, lowering prices. The oil price is currently Pound 19,02 ($25,9). International gold price dipped strongly due too saver political situation. Price of gold currently Pound 456,01 ($603).

MITCHELL RECOVERS FROM COMA
Britain greated the news of Mitchell's recovery with mixed emotions today. The National Socialist Party announced the Socialist Alliance with the Federal Party, making them the offical opposition party, at 40% of the vote.

HINDU's PROTEST IRANIAN OCCUPATION
Bearly a week after the Indian Accord passed into practise, the local Hindu population in India held massive demonstrations, protesting the planned Kashmir Occupation.

British Bobbies had to use teargas to break up angry crowds. A car bomb also exploded outside the IRANIAN embassy in New Delhi yesterday.

VIOLENCE IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Police had to break up recent violent clashes between Protestants and Catholics in Northern Ireland. Kitchener is sending a special team to the region to anylise the situation.

To:RGB
From:Brazil

I gladly noticed your apologies and for Brazil there is now peace between our nations.I didn't want to threathen you and Russia,just to recommend you not to make the same mistakes as Sweden.As long as you cooperate in fighting terrorism there is no need for any incursion of foreign nations.

To: Brazil
From: Sweden
You have never proved that Sweden supported the terrorists. You only made it up to be able to attack me. Now you see where it went. Both our armies beaten to nothing. Sweden will never forget Brazils actions.

To: Sweden
From: RGB

Dear friend
I am eager to keep our alliance standing, but on the basis of peace, not war. I propose we rename it to the Anglo-Swedish Alliance, as we are the only two nations who have this. This might become a special alliance in which our two nations might work together to protect the North Sea.

I urge you not to dwell on the old issue of the Argentine war, but to look ahead. If your country has significant problems with governing Argentina, I propose you read the offer I have made to you in your pm.

Yours sincerely
Pieter

To: World
From: RGB

Britain wishes to make it clear that we will for now not participate in the nuclear weapon's race, but will be using nuclear technology for the generation of electricity.

OOC: Pieter, MPP means Mutual Protection Pact. Also, is this the only NES you're ever gonna join, Pieter? There are lots of other good ones out there. /OOC

Articles from the Berliner Zeitung newspaper.

South African invasion goes off without a hitch!
The sudden and quick defeat of the South Africans brought about a huge economy boom in Germany. Despite heavy losses to the Kriegsmarine and some moderate losses to the Army Corps, the new income was said to be "Well Worth it" by Chancellor von Hotzendorf.

While this move seemed to upset the Swedish and the Canadians no intense international pressure was applied as in the Argentine crisis. President Shaka, admittedly a despot, did little and could do little to gain international support. Because of his actions in escalating the Argentine crisis no one in America wanted to help him, and no one anywhere else wanted to hurt Germany.

However, the losses sustained by the Army Corps and Kriegsmarine will take some time to replace. Chancellor von Hotzendorf claims that "this will not be a problem because we are surrounded by friends."

The German economy is reported to have a three-quarter increase with the annexation of South Africa. However, the long time it will take to fill the ranks of the lost men will pay the price and the full power of this bonus cannot be brought in for some time.

Germany rejects EU proposal

In a stunning display of national sovreignty, Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf refused to join the EU as proposed by Britain and Russia. The national release, which contained the point that "We have a bad habit of creating large, unwieldy alliances...We should stay away from this whole "huge alliance" process--we saw what happened 22 years ago. It shouldn't happen again."

Few citizens seem to resent this. It has caused some minor riots outside the Reichstag, though they did eventually fall in, not because of force but because of lack of supplies. Most did not arrive with more than a sleeping bag and a few cans of food; after a week, all of the protestors were gone.

Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf appears to maintain his policy for an independent and strong Germany. Germany retains her only alliance, the one with Russia, and has made a great show on the world stage.

Russia expected to finish off Shaka in Madagascar

Chancellor Gothart von Hotzendorf was said to have "painfully" given Russia the green light to take over Madagascar. The island, which holds a quarter of South Africa's wealth and industry, (OOC: That still is a load of trash, UK :p) is expected to be taken by an aerial landing of the same Russian paratroops that fought the DKP in Berlin.

Germany's Kriegsmarine, which suffered the loss of all but a carrier, simply could not take the island without pouring huge amounts of money into it. It wasn't worth it to many of the highest government officials.

"We give our sword to Russia," Foreign Minister Ribbentrop said. "We have chopped off Shaka's limbs; we now ask Romanov to take his head."

Elections in Germany: 1942
German elections are scheduled to take place in 1942, the end of Hotzendorf's six-year term as Chancellor. Since the death of Hindenburg he has managed to lead the nation successfully through Civil War, an invasion of South Africa, stay a great ways out of the Argentine crisis and grab a huge economic increase for the nation.

The problem that seems to face the Reichstag is, who to run against Hotzendorf? While the nation has rallied behind him in bad times, which seemed to follow throughout his reign, a great deal of the populations was swayed by the DKPs actions. Rainart Heidelsdt, the German Free People's Socialist Party leader, was arrested and shot by a firing squad for treason. The DKP leader was killed in battle.

We shall yet see, but as it stands, only 48% of the nation still approves of Hotzendorf's work. While this is certainly enough to get him past the preliminaries, what happens when he's up against a serious opponent?