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When the BIS men showed up at the door to her home at the edge of Boston, Catherines heart had skipped a beat. Her husband Reginald was suspected as being a member of the American Underground. She knew they were right, not because he told her, not because she found out through any other avenue. No, she knew they were right because he had never been the same since the boys Andrew and Carter died in the New York riots years back.
Let us in, maam, one of them said in his disgustingly smug Southern drawl.
And if I dont? she said. Would you honestly hurt a married woman?
Dont tempt me, the man said. Such an uncivilized brute, but Catherine, still coming to grips with the situation, complied nonetheless, stepping aside while the two men marched in, without hesitating in the slightest. One took a left down the hall and immediately began searching out the bedroom. The other entered the kitchen and started throwing down dishes. She couldnt stand watching the china be broken, so she followed the other to the bedroom to see him emptying the dressers, including hers. She wasnt sure which was more revolting. And she knew Reginald hadnt hid any evidence in either one of those rooms. The men were simply exercising their power.
She had been so worried for Reginald. She asked him so many times where he had been in the evenings, for he often stayed out late. And his answers were weak. But she almost didnt want to know the true answer. She had been so afraid after the boys, who both started a business together in New York, were killed by the army in the riots. Reginald was so angry, and became more and more distant over the years. But he always reassured her, with those very sweet eyes of his that had enchanted her nearly thirty years ago, that he would never leave her.
Never.
The crashing in the kitchen had stopped, and the contents of the drawers (some embarrassing) had all been spilled on the floor of the bedroom. Both men went downstairs, and Catherine followed them. They didnt say a word to her. They entered Carters old bedroom. You check the room across the hall, Gary, one told the other, as he began to strip the room as he did the bedroom.
The boys rooms had been a shrine since their deaths. Reginald spent many, many hours in both of them, but Andrews more so than Carters. Sometimes she walked in on Reginald; either he would be reading what appeared to be a diary, but frequently he would appear uncomfortable when she came, and wanted her to leave soon. She wondered about that too, but he assured her it was because the rooms were so special, with so many memories. The evidence, no doubt, would be here.
Robert! the man in Andrews room shouted. Look at what I found! The man in Carters room stopped rampaging through the contents of the room and went into Andrews room. Catherine followed, and found the BIS man holding a wooden box, containing the boys pictures, many letters, and a book entitled Gone with the Wind. I think weve found what we came for, the man said, looking suspiciously at Catherine. What do you know about this, maam?
Catherine gulped, but said the fateful words. Some of those are mine.
The men nodded. You are under arrest for treason.
I understand, she replied. It meant death, but she couldnt live without Reginald. In death, they would never be apart. Never.
Let us in, maam, one of them said in his disgustingly smug Southern drawl.
And if I dont? she said. Would you honestly hurt a married woman?
Dont tempt me, the man said. Such an uncivilized brute, but Catherine, still coming to grips with the situation, complied nonetheless, stepping aside while the two men marched in, without hesitating in the slightest. One took a left down the hall and immediately began searching out the bedroom. The other entered the kitchen and started throwing down dishes. She couldnt stand watching the china be broken, so she followed the other to the bedroom to see him emptying the dressers, including hers. She wasnt sure which was more revolting. And she knew Reginald hadnt hid any evidence in either one of those rooms. The men were simply exercising their power.
She had been so worried for Reginald. She asked him so many times where he had been in the evenings, for he often stayed out late. And his answers were weak. But she almost didnt want to know the true answer. She had been so afraid after the boys, who both started a business together in New York, were killed by the army in the riots. Reginald was so angry, and became more and more distant over the years. But he always reassured her, with those very sweet eyes of his that had enchanted her nearly thirty years ago, that he would never leave her.
Never.
The crashing in the kitchen had stopped, and the contents of the drawers (some embarrassing) had all been spilled on the floor of the bedroom. Both men went downstairs, and Catherine followed them. They didnt say a word to her. They entered Carters old bedroom. You check the room across the hall, Gary, one told the other, as he began to strip the room as he did the bedroom.
The boys rooms had been a shrine since their deaths. Reginald spent many, many hours in both of them, but Andrews more so than Carters. Sometimes she walked in on Reginald; either he would be reading what appeared to be a diary, but frequently he would appear uncomfortable when she came, and wanted her to leave soon. She wondered about that too, but he assured her it was because the rooms were so special, with so many memories. The evidence, no doubt, would be here.
Robert! the man in Andrews room shouted. Look at what I found! The man in Carters room stopped rampaging through the contents of the room and went into Andrews room. Catherine followed, and found the BIS man holding a wooden box, containing the boys pictures, many letters, and a book entitled Gone with the Wind. I think weve found what we came for, the man said, looking suspiciously at Catherine. What do you know about this, maam?
Catherine gulped, but said the fateful words. Some of those are mine.
The men nodded. You are under arrest for treason.
I understand, she replied. It meant death, but she couldnt live without Reginald. In death, they would never be apart. Never.
Global News Report
POPE PASSES AWAY, NEW POPE ELECTED. Rome, Papal State. The strain of the past decade has been difficult for the beleaguered Pope Leo XIV, as he faced overwhelming odds and devastating war and betrayal. This has been accompanied by a loss of prestige for the Catholic Church overseas and it seems that the waves of change have arrived in Rome at last. The successful implementation of the Friedman Proposal and the creation of a unified Italian state has put into practice what many members of the Church have viewed as a strategic nightmare. Though the Papacy continues to retain a substantial part of its territories around Rome, there has been significant thought among the Cardinals that perhaps is now time for a change. Amid these changes, Pope Leo XIV died from a heart attack and the College of Cardinals met to select the new Pope. A rather surprising choice was made as a rather quiet moderate was selected, and despite his moderate to conservative ideals, he's easily the most liberal papal selection ever made. The new cardinal comes from the Franco-Burgundian Confederation and has been proclaimed Pope Paul VI. The choice has been applauded by a number of individuals who have been concerned that the Catholic Church could be losing standing in South America and other regions. Time will tell whether the selection will help return members to the Church from other nations.
FIRST MILITARY AIRCRAFT TAKES FLIGHT. Cannock, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The British people continue to be at the forefront of the science of getting heavy things into the air, as the military fields the first aircraft solely designed for military application. Created by the fledgling industry established by the Churchill Aircraft corporation, the new aircraft has been named the Cannock-Type Reconnaissance Aircraft, after the industrial town in which it was constructed. Over thirty samples of the new aircraft have been constructed, Churchill Aircraft has been gearing up for further construction and assembling of new such planes, as well as the development of superior aircraft. The development of the plane has clearly pointed the way towards a new era of technological development and a way to scout enemy positions far more safely than cavalry once could. The future possibilities of aircraft seems to promise the revolution of warfare as Europe knows it.
News from Europe
GREAT FLOOD OF PARIS. Paris, Franco-Burgundian Confederation. After a series of torrential rains at the end of last year, the rough weather continued into January, bringing with it significant flooding along the Seine River. The sewers quickly became backed up and with it, the plethora of caverns and tunnels beneath Paris became flooded, and soon came up upon the streets, quickly rising into homes and buildings. The Seine River overwhelmed workers in the city streets, overflowing over hastily constructed levees and pouring into the streets, shutting down the city's basic infrastructure. The residents of Paris were forced to vacate their homes as a small flotilla of boats rescued people from the upper levels of their homes. Fortunately, there were less than a dozen deaths, and those were caused by accidents during the attempts to shore up the levees and the rescue effort. The flooding subsided over the next week, but has been estimated to have caused massive damage to the city's living areas, and repair efforts have gone underway, but the economic disruption remains.
A photograph of a flooded street in the center of Paris
CZECHS RIOT AGAINST GERMAN GOVERNANCE. Prague, Austria. After the victory of a number of Czech nationalists to the new Austrian legislature, the new members of government have been making significant trouble within the halls of governance, occasionally bringing the most minor of motions to a crashing halt. Several outspoken Swiss legislators have been cooperating with the Czechs, doing their best to sabotage the efforts of the German legislature. They have refused further cooperation, until their demands for independent states have been met. However, this political sabotage has proven to not be enough for the more radical of Czech nationalists. A heated speech by one leader led to a full blown uprising in Prague this year, as the populace attacked hated symbols of Austrian rule over their people. German businessmen were attacked and lynched, and dozens were killed in the initial attacks, as the local government buildings were overrun. Arsenals were seized and the fighting soon escalated as the military was called in to restore order. The violence was devastating, razing neighborhoods as the army fought to establish control over the city. Ultimately force of arms proved successful after brutal city fighting, and most members of the government and Czech nationalists have distanced themselves from the disaster, though the more outspoken members have declared those who died in the uprising to be true heroes of the Czech people. (-1 Infantry Brigade, -5 Manpower)
CALLS FOR REFORM IN CORSICA. Ajaccio, Corsica. As the dawn of reform rises over Corsica's fellow Italian monarchies of Sardinia and Naples, it seems that enormous pressure has begun to mount on the king at home. King Sampiero III has faced enormous criticism for not embracing the rise of republican reform, particularly as his close ally in Sardinia has already done so. The issue came to a head this year, as a number of papers and unions have outright challenged the monarchy to establish an elected legislature for the island nation. At first, the response from the Royal Palace in Ajaccio, was ominous silence, and many feared that the king was due to bring down the force of the army upon those who would speak out for reform. Instead, in a highly public speech, King Sampiero III has pledged to focus on the development of a modern constitution and legislative government for the Corsican people, maintaining their independence and freedom as a Mediterranean nation. Plans have been made to unveil a new constitution in 1910 as the king works with political thinkers to establish a new government.
PROLETARISTS BEGIN REBUILDING HUNGARIAN ARMORIES. Gyor, Hungary. Despite the growing attempts towards reform, it seems that the Hungarians are once more tilting towards a new civil war and revolution. The nation's proletarists, who had previously been contained by strict martial law and military rule, have once more begun mobilizing for the revolution. The Hungarian proletarist movement has traditionally been one of the strongest in Europe, and the demobilization of countless disillusioned and war weary veterans has only swelled their ranks. The word has grown that the arsenals and supplies of the proletarists has grown immensely over the course of the year, and the movement has become increasingly organized. Many fear that despite the planned reforms, the proletarists may soon make a bid to establish a worker's regime in Hungary by force once more. (-1 Stability)
DUTCH MILITARY OPPOSES SOCIALISTS. Amsterdam, Netherlands. The Dutch army has begun taking an increasingly active political role, as the officer corps opposes the Dutch elected government at every turn. The military has viewed the Dutch Socialist Party has a major liability to the Netherlands' security and safety in Europe. The army has grown more and more involved in politics, cooperating and sponsoring politicians of their choice in the hopes of securing a legislature more supportive of military needs. They have expressed extreme dissatisfaction that the socialists have allowed a foreign power to garrison the nation's colonies and their distaste at the diversion of expenses represented by the socialists' new programs and social reform. It is clear that the military has come out in almost a united voice to back the Socialists' opposition in the upcoming elections in 1911. (-1 Stability)
DEATH OF THE KING OF AUSTRIA. Vienna, Austria. King Ferdinand II of Austria died this year, a monarch who has reigned for nearly thirty-five years. The reign of Ferdinand II was fairly uneventful for a good portion of his rule, while he played a balancing act to prevent war with the neighboring powers. He was applauded for his ability to keep Austria out of the Great War, though it did come at cost of being further embroiled in the fighting in Italy. The last few years tarnished an otherwise outstanding record as monarch, as Austria became plagued by instability and unrest from the growing turmoil across the world and Europe. His son has been crowned Leopold IV and has been known to be equally conservative and outspoken like his father. The rapid changes being made throughout the nation and the internal unrest caused by nationalist groups is rapidly opposed by Leopold IV and he has pledged to preserve the empire.
DEATH OF THE KING OF DENMARK. Copenhagen, Denmark. In the second royal death of the year in Europe, King Christian IX passed away from heart problems caused by his extreme old age. Having come to the throne in 1863, he has been the head of state for Denmark for over forty-five years. Under most of his reign Denmark thrived economically, expanding its industry and influence around the world. The king was temporarily deposed during the course of the Great War, when the military seized power from the elected legislature. The loss of the empire has weighed heavily upon the throne and some attribute the loss in the war to the failing health of the old king. His son has been crowned King Leopold II, and has pledged to embrace the reforms which have entered the nation through the latter years of his father's rule. He has pledged not to let revanchism and aggression overwhelm the basic interests of the Danish people, claiming that Denmark must work to improve its homeland, not work towards a futile struggle to regain its colonies.
ELECTIONS IN FLANDERS. Brussels, Flanders. As constitutionally mandated, the popular elections were held for the legislature in Flanders this year, and to no one's surprise, they proved to be a fairly tame affair. The liberal Flemish Social Republican Party has won every election for the past three election cycles, and the trend was preserved once more this year. The liberals have managed to play off their successes in recent years, lauding their ability to remain out of the Great War which ravaged Europe. The majority brought in this year is by far the largest majority yet established by the Social Republicans, and the legislature has more political power than it has in nearly a decade. The king has applauded the cooperation of the Flemish legislature and the government advances forward, pledging their campaigns of neutrality and humane interests.
POMERANIAN ELECTIONS. Stettin, Pomerania. The elections in Pomerania this year have been seen as a referendum on the radical reforms passed since the socialist United Laborers' Party was elected in 1904. The opposition has criticized the programs for the massive cost to the economy that they represent, and the hindrance it places upon the growth of the economic power of Pomerania. The Pomeranian opposition faced a challenge though as an assortment of parties failed to work together against the strength of the socialist cause. The United Laborers' Party has still managed to present a combined political front against their opponents, and secured a solid majority in the legislature and full control of the government. The Pomeranian socialists have seen this as justification for their programs and encouragement to push forward in the creation of a proletarian utopia. (+1 Stability)
ELECTIONS IN PORTUGAL. Lisbon, Portugal. The Social Democratic Party of Portugal received much of the blame for the loss of the Great War and the disastrous loss of the empire that the Portuguese people suffered through in the aftermath. The conservative Lisbon Unity Party rallied opposition to the liberals, claiming that they lost the war due to their incompetence and handling of the conflict. They rejected the approach of detente and alliance made with Spain before and during the war, and have advocated a more traditional approach of balance, as well as rebuilding Portuguese military strength. The conservatives have pledged to work on increasing the size and strength of Portugal's army, embracing military reform and the expansion of the navy as well. The movement has proven popular, helping to stabilize Portugal and develop their platform for the next three years of the conservative mandate. (+1 Stability)
FINAL BATTLES AS AN ITALIAN STATE EMERGES. Rome, Papal State. The Friedman Proposal has at last gone into effect in Italy this year as the Pope's armies finally quit fighting the forces of Naples, Brandenburg, and Austria. A few remnants of fighting did take place, as word of the cease fire dispersed among the soldiers, but casualties were kept at a surprising minimum for all involved. The end of the struggle kept some Papal forces in place, as the government of Brandenburg supervised a new plebiscite to determine the fate of the Italian people. The plebiscite was held for the people of Naples, the Italian Republic, and the occupied Papal States. The options available to the masses were rule under a constitutional monarchy led by the royal house of Naples or a republic along the lines already established by Genoa. In the western provinces of the Papal States the option was also allowed for remaining under secular role by the Pope, as a state was assured to the Vatican. Several regions did actually vote to remain under the control of the Papacy, so the position of the Pope has been somewhat maintained despite the results of the war. The other elections were hotly contested, but after observation by numerous nations and the League of Continental Nations, it has been confirmed that the votes are for rule by the Neapolitan royal family. The republican governments have so far remained intact, but the effort has already begun as the new Kingdom of Italy is proclaimed. Those questioned by foreign press have acknowledged that the return to tradition and the hard fight fought by the King of Naples to create a united Italy long before Genoa threw its hat into the ring played a major role in their choice. Naples' pledge to preserve the republican tradition established in the northern regions has also been a major factor, reinforced by their treatment of Sicily after its independence from Spain. The Kingdom of Italy has grown, and the armies have begun the painful process of integration, and a new power now rises in southern Europe.
Casualty Lists:
Austria: 1 Infantry Brigade
Brandenburg: 2 Infantry Brigades
Naples: 2 Infantry Brigades
Papal State: 4 Infantry Brigades, 1 Artillery Brigade
CAGLIARI NAVAL ACADEMY ESTABLISHED. Cagliari, Sardinia. In the aftermath of the Great War and the conflicts within Italy, the Sardinian navy has become ever more aware that the security of the island nation depends on it. The navy saw substantial successes during the course of the Great War, sinking the Hungarian, Arabian, and Brazilian fleets located within the Mediterranean Sea, and never truly faced a catastrophic defeat like the majority of the Continental Powers. The Sardinians have therefore established a new naval academy to nurture the collective naval tradition of their fleets. Numerous retired officers have been hired from other nations, but that effort has found only little success. As the nations friendly to Sardinia need their own veteran officers to staff the rebirth of their own naval infrastructure, the Cagliari Naval Academy has found less than ten officers willing to serve from other nations. This has led to numerous empty classrooms, and a struggling academy, but the officer corps are still hopeful at the potential that it could lead to a better collection of officers for the navy in the future.
CONFEDERATION BEGINS COUNTER-BOYCOTT MEASURES IN BURGUNDY. Cologne, Franco-Burgundian Confederation. The aggressive efforts of the German Brotherhood last year had met with some substantial success, to the point where the government in Paris could not ignore it. To begin, the border security with Brandenburg and Austria has been substantially escalated this year, bringing nearly all shipping and trade under supervision. The result has been a significant slow-down in trade as the increased bureaucracy and monitoring of the trade between the Confederation and the German Economic League hinders rapid exchange of goods. The Confederation has also begun acting against the Brotherhood's boycott of French business throughout Burgundy, and has been having some limited success. Thanks to work by the local police, several dozen arrests were made of members of the German Brotherhood using violence to intimidate people into cooperating with the boycotts. The resulting civilian trials have given some confidence to those supporting the government against the German Brotherhood. The efforts have been successful, but the majority of the German Brotherhood has continued to encourage a non-violent boycott of French business, and this seems to be fully in action, though the refusal to sell to French customers has subsided, as business owners find it bad for their bottom line. (+1 Stability)
CONFEDERATION'S NAVY SAILS AGAIN. Cherbourg, Franco-Burgundian Confederation. The government of the Franco-Burgundian Confederation oversaw a slow period of growth and establishment of a new naval presence on the Atlantic Ocean. Over the course of the year a number of major warships have been constructed to restore an overseas projection of power for the Confederation. Twenty-seven new ships overall have been built, including four of the famed Chasseur-class Battlecruisers, the pride of the new fleet. A major display of the great new firepower was made in a presentation of the fleet in late October, a few weeks after the completion of the last of the battlecruisers. The leaders of the Confederation have acknowledged this as a return to the power and influence of the years before the war, enabling the people to once more protect the colonies remaining in Africa.
AGGRESSIVE POLITICAL PARTY CAUSES TROUBLE IN SPAIN. Madrid, Spain. The Spanish people have seen a rising political force, which has begun using violence to achieve its political ends. The so-called Phoenix Party, finding support among disgruntled Great War veterans, has advocated violence as a means to political supremacy. It has been viewed with distaste and disgust by virtually all the standard political parties, and continues to remain on the fringe of politics. They have advocated a militarist state and blame the Basques for creating a betrayal which lost Spain the Great War. So far, there has been mounting tensions, as the Phoenix Party lacks any real support among the mainstream Spanish population, but have violently attacked or intimidated speakers from other parties. There have been numerous calls within the Imperial Congress to declare the party illegal due to its aggressive nature, and the violence of its followers. (-1 Stability)
HUNGARIAN REFORM FAILS, KING UNDER HOUSE ARREST. Budapest, Hungary. After flirting with reform a few years before the war, which nearly threatened to launch a civil war, King Louis V of Hungary has made a new attempt to change the government. He faces substantial resistance from the old bastion of his support, the military, which has objected significantly in this chaotic times. As the proletarists grow in strength, the various other groups have struggled to hold elections amid the creation of a new constitution. A constitutional monarchy has been established, and has failed just as quickly. No political movements could be assembled, and the military has refused all cooperation, allying itself with the secret police. King Louis V has found himself without any friends or political allies, alienating his former supporters with his radical notions of reform. The military and conservatives have simply ignored his attempts to pass legislation and have placed the king under house arrest, containing him in his quarters. The proletarists continue to mobilize their arsenals and support, and once more, it seems as though a fresh civil war in Hungary is imminent. (-1 Stability)
POLISH REFUGEES CLOG BRITAIN. London, United Kingdom of Great Britain. After the evacuation of the Polish Royal Family and numerous other supporters, things have begun to settle, as the flood of Polish refugees decreases to a trickle. The problems have emerged as new neighborhoods have sprung up overnight in the crowded British cities in southern England, particularly in London. These slums have filled up with over a hundred thousand Polish refugees, most with little to no money remaining after their trip across the Baltic and Atlantic. There remains a good deal of resentment from the British population towards this new population, and few in government seem to have any idea on how to deal with them. Some have suggested a free state for the Poles in Africa or Australia, while others have suggested that the effort be made to fully integrate them into British society in the home islands. For the time being, it has become a hotly debated issue, though no violence has emerged except for the rising crimes in the poor neighborhoods inhabited by the Poles. (-1 Stability)
RUSSIANS EXPELLED FROM FINLAND. Helsinki, Scandinavia. Early in the year, the threat of unrest between Russia and its old ally in Scandinavia seemed very real, as Russians and Finns clashed throughout eastern Scandinavia. The situation was resolved as the Scandinavian government paid to move the Russian settlers to new plots of land created by the expulsion of the Germans in Prussia. The Russians in Scandinavia went fairly readily, escalating the problems in Prussia, but that's a different article. Back in Finland, the Scandinavian government has ramped up border security with Russia, and this has proven highly effective, as Russian settlement has been halted almost completely. The efforts have proven a wild success at normalizing relations between Scandinavia and Russia, bringing to a halt the threats of a border conflict. The question remains about the security of this arrangement with the establishment of a proletarist government in Stockholm. (+1 Stability)
REVOLUTION IN SCANDINAVIA. Stockholm, Scandinavia. One of the oldest established empires and Great Powers of Europe came crashing down this year, as a series of strikes turned into what some degradingly call "The Accidental Revolution." A series of fairly minor dock strikes began in early October, attempting to negotiate for better wages from their corporate overlords. Rather than strike a bargain with the workers, the corporations instead brought in the assistance of local army units, which refused to cooperate, joining the strikers instead. The strikes escalated as other army units also mutinied and joined the strikes, and before the people knew what was happening, a number of cities from Norway to Finland had the banner of proletarism raised above them. The revolution grew more quickly than anyone could have anticipated, as army units mutinied against the government, throwing in their support for the proletarist cause. As the revolution threatened to consume Stockholm, Emperor Harald II and his retinue fled in the night aboard one of the fast battlecruisers of the fleet. With the old government in shambles, a number of liberal politicians, socialists, and traditional proletarists assembled and declared the new Workers' Commonwealth of Scandinavia. The government has enjoyed widespread popularity among the workers, and has gained some support by restoring order particular after what some have called the "Night of Equality" in which laborers looted the wealthy Upplands district of Stockholm, redistributing the wealth of the upper class among themselves. Most of the army has supported the revolution, as most of the army officers worked their way through the ranks from the middle and lower classes. The navy has proven to mostly support the old guard, but the crews of a number of ships mutinied in support of the revolution. The rest have fled to Kongo with the emperor, which has become essentially independent under the guidance of the emperor and the royally funded Kongo Colonial Society. The emperor has refused to renounce his claim to Scandinavia, but has found himself severely discredited in the homeland by his cowardly flight and retreat to the colonies. For now, back in Europe, a coalition government has taken up management, as a disputes exist over the future, as arguments erupt between the traditional and social proletarists. (-5 Infantry Brigades, -1 Cavalry Brigade, -35 Manpower, +2 Stability)
The new flag of the Workers' Commonwealth of Scandinavia.
ROMANS LAUNCH NEW OFFENSIVE AGAINST BULGARIA. Thessalonika, Roman Empire. The war for Bulgaria's independence has taken a dramatic new turn as the Romans turn significant resources away from the fight in Anatolia to crush the Bulgarian rebels. Numerous new recruits and conscripts, amounting to nearly a half million soldiers have been turned to the north to crush this uprising of the Bulgarians. The Bulgarians have had less than a third of the Roman forces to defend their borders, and following the lead of the Russians to the north during the Great War, the Romans have launched a general front offensive. The initial Roman attack was a miserable failure, costing tens of thousands of lives, and halting the offensive cold. The Romans were forced to reconsider their strategy after this miserable defeat and launched one final attempt to gain the advantage. A focused offensive along the Aegean Sea caught the Bulgarians by surprise, as they believed the next attack would be upon Sofia once more. The Romans have reestablished control of the railroad to the ruins of Constantinople, allowing them a more solid position along the Aegean Sea.
Casualty Lists
Bulgaria: 8 Conscript Brigades, 14 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 6 Artillery Brigades
Roman Empire: 22 Conscript Brigades, 7 Infantry Brigades, 4 Artillery Brigades
BULGARIA EXPELS GREEK CITIZENS. Sofia, Bulgaria. The militia government in Bulgaria has begun making an effort to stabilize the region, by beginning the forced exile of the Greek residents of the territories under their control. Tens of thousands of people have been forced from their homes to the Roman Empire, where they were allowed across the battle lines under a white flag, and in the process outraged the Imperator and his supporters. The fighting escalated to a new degree after that point, and quite a few in Athens have begun demanding the heads of the rebels delivered on a platter. After the recapture of the Aegean coast, a number of Greeks were able to return to their homes, and they undertook a vengeance upon those who exiled them. In retaliation for being driven from their lands, the Bulgarians along the coast have been similarly expelled to the north, and their lands seized by the Roman government.
OCCITANIA ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR A CONSTITUTION. Toulouse, Occitania. King Louis III has announced plans this year for the development of a constitution for the people of Occitania. As a moderate monarch, with a wide based of support, he has the means and opportunity to create such a radical new reform for the people of the southern French nation. The king and his closest advisers are working behind closed doors to confirm a strong constitution for the management of the people of the nation. A large amount of hopes have been pinned upon this reform, as the liberals of the nation begin offering their cautious support and optimism for the future. It is believed that the first true elections will be held in the later part of 1910, after the final details of an elected government are confirmed. Rumor suggests that the new constitution will be modeled upon that of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, with a similar parliamentary legislative system. (+1 Stability)
OCCITANIA BEGINS RECONSTRUCTION. Toulouse, Occitania. The conclusion of the Great War last year has given the Occitanian people to realize what they have lost in the conflict. The heavy damages caused by the Spanish invasion have left a scar upon the land and people of Occitania, and the nation looks to be restored. King Louis III has announced an ambitious plan to repair the damaged roads, farms, mines, and railroads left destroyed by the aggressive Spanish forces. Furthermore, the plans for reconstruction include massive repair of Toulouse, which had been badly mauled during the final stages of the war. The repairs include new government buildings and modernized public transportation and infrastructure for the whole of southern Occitania. The program is highly ambitious and is believed to be scheduled on a time span of three to six years, but some experts believe that such a plan could take far longer than that estimate, perhaps as many as ten years.
THE BREAKING OF PRUSSIA. Danzig, Russia. An orgy of violence and killing has shocked the western world this year as the Russians began their attempt to expel the German population from Prussia. Only about three hundred thousand people would depart peacefully, mostly the old, women, and children. Most of these people have migrated to Brandenburg or even Vinland, hoping for the day when they might one day return to their homeland. The remainder, nearly eight hundred thousand people, did not truly believe what was to happen until the Russian armies arrived. The Russian army declared that any German resisting the exile would be deemed a rebel, guilty of treason, and thus sentenced to execution. Furthermore, the families of any rebels would also be considered rebels themselves and face similar punishment. The might of the Russian army was poured into Prussia, and found themselves allied with Russian settlers and even ambitious Poles looking to profit off the despised Germans. In the more rural areas farmers attempted to fight off Russian soldiers with ancient rifles, only to be killed and their families detained and sent to holding facilities constructed near the Polish village of Treblinka. The German Brotherhood organized uprisings in the larger cities of Prussia, fighting back to the last man against the Russian army. The fighting has been brutal and has left most of the cities of the region nearly completely destroyed as artillery was used to systematically pound German strongholds into ruin. All those taken prisoner and all German women and children were sent east to the ever growing prisons in central Poland. The fighting subsided as the last German strongholds were destroyed, at which point the true horror began. Through the words of League of Continental Nation observers, over four hundred thousand German women and children were found guilty of treason and systematically executed by the Russian army. There is no true accurate count behind that estimate, as the remainder were either killed in combat with the Russians or ultimately fled across the border into Brandenburg or Pomerania. Global papers have expressed horror at this slaughter, as the photographs of massacred civilians enter into international publication. (-180 Manpower, -45 Infantry Brigades, -2 Artillery Brigades, +1 Stability)
Russian soldiers seek out and kill survivors in a mass grave in Prussia.
STRIKES TURN TO RIOTING IN BRAZIL. Natal, Brazil. A series of major strikes were launched and led by the Brazilian Dockworkers' Union this year, calling for social programs and reform. A social proletarist organization, the Union cooperated in sympathy strikes with other unions from across the nation. The Dockworkers managed to bring shipping to a standstill in the port of Natal for nearly a week, until military personnel from the naval base intervened. The strikers grew violent, pelting the soldiers with stones and ultimately, the soldiers opened fire, and when police showed up, the violence grew only more chaotic. The bloodshed was rapid and quick, as the strikers overwhelmed the soldiers and over five dozen were killed by the brutal beatings they received. In retaliation, the strikers attempted to storm the naval yards, and even set a number of buildings on fire, resulting in two major occurrences of bloodshed. The first was went the fires spread to a dockside building full of ammunition, and with the personnel busy with the riots, instead of fighting the fires, the resulting massive explosion killed hundreds of rioters as well as capsizing two nearby docked destroyers. Soon after, a destroyer, after warning the crowed, turned its machine guns upon the riot when they attempted to storm up the docks. This quickly broke the back of the riot in Natal, but the list of the dead is extensive, and it is believed that over a thousand people died in the course of the brutal riot, both among the civilians and within the military. The riots have been viewed with horror across the nation, but the strikes continued, as workers appealed for the standard calls of better pay and social reform. (-2 Trovão-class Destroyers, -1 Manpower)
CONSERVATIVES CONTINUE PRO-AMERICAN CLAMOR IN CUBA. Havana, Cuba. Further right members of the reigning Party of the Republic in Cuba have continued calling for the establishment of stronger ties with the powerful nation to the north. They have insisted that the United States of America is key to Cuba's defense and security in the Caribbean, and that truly opening the nation's borders to American business and industry could only be good for the economy. The government has so far ignored these requests, threatening to divide the Party of the Republic in the upcoming elections in 1911. The conservative cause holds out hope though, as they appeal to the desire for stronger economic growth, claiming that the Cuban population can't till the fields and grow plantations indefinitely. They have alleged that a more diverse and successful economy can only come at the hands of stronger ties with the United States.
STRIKES TURN TO RIOT IN JAMAICA. Kingston, Jamaica. The United Sugar Workers of Jamaica led a major strike this year, shutting down the key Jamaican industry and threatening to send the island into economic turmoil. Attempts at negotiation failed, as the workers refused anything less than sharing the profits from international sale of sugar among the people who worked to produce it. The owners found this less than acceptable, as did the government, who ordered the strikes to disperse or face retaliation. Police authorities, overwhelmed by the scale of the strike, were replaced by the army, which has been deployed to squelch the dissent. A stray bullet, fired from either the strikers or the soldiers led to a small massacre as two dozen people were slain from the army's fire. The result was a series of small riots on the plantations of Jamaica, and the army did its best to restore order. Despite the bloodshed, the workers have been forced back onto the fields, as the army once more supervises their labor. (-1 Stability)
AZTEC GUERILLAS CONTINUE WAR. Tenochtitlan, United States of America. Fighting has continued throughout the former Spanish colony of Aztlan this year, as Spanish and Aztec guerillas wage war against the Mayan and American occupiers. The guerillas have begun to take advantage of the reluctance of the Mayans and Americans to actually cooperate, and have successfully attacked a number of outposts and then crossed back and forth across the border. The repeated border crossings and lack of communication between the two nations has led to increased difficulty in destroying the rebel movement. This has allowed them to achieve a number of spectacular successes, leading the guerillas to several major battlefield victories against the occupying forces. The Americans have suffered the most, as they have extensive terrain in which to hide and strike out against the American army.
Casualty Lists
Mayan Republic: 1 Infantry Brigade
United States of America: 2 Infantry Brigades
PROVINCIAL DISSIDENTS RISE IN REVOLT IN NEW SPAIN. Tegucigalpa, New Spain. Over the past few years since the proletarist uprising in 1907, the government in Managua has been viewed as a increasingly corrupt and inefficient regime. The lack of any real action to stabilize the nation against the worsening economic situation has made the people increasingly disillusioned with the central government. The tattered infrastructure from the brief civil war has only made matters worse as the people turn more towards their local state governments than the central authority in Managua. The state leaders of New Spain have found themselves in an increasingly powerful position in contrast to the federal government. Events came to a head this year with a pro-secessionist demonstration and revolt in Tegucigalpa, as the local mayor and the state governor refused to send in local troops to deal with the unrest. The federal government chose to send in the army, which has done its best to restore order, but has faced major resistance from the local inhabitants. The army has found itself under siege, facing enormous local dissent and a hostile population within their own nation. (-1 Stability)
SCOTTSON SETTLERS RAISE ANTI-JAPANESE MILITIAS. Anchorage, United States of America. The American settlers in the colony of Scottson have grown increasingly aggressive this year with the establishment of a colony-wide militia force, numbering several thousand members. The paramilitary force has also gained some limited support among the Scottson Garrison, and has through them and Vinland purchased a number of significant weapons, including machine guns and even light artillery. These weapons have formed the basis of a new campaign, as the militia attacks Japanese border outposts and raids Japanese settlements in the Aleutian islands. To the dismay of the Japanese imperial garrison, the militias have proven surprisingly effective and more knowledgeable of the terrain. Furthermore, the Americans have frequently retreated back across the border, preventing any organized response against their bases of operation. (-1 Infantry Brigade for Japan)
MILITARY COUP SECURES POWER IN VENEZUELA. Caracas, Venezuela. Almost forty years of democratic rule has been brought down in Venezuela this year as ambitious members of the military sought to oust the elected liberal government. The army and navy have viewed change as a major necessity as the Brazilians grow in strength and capability. The threats made against the new Venezuelan possessions in the Caribbean after the Great War were viewed as the final straw, and highly influenced by the effective American regime, the army has taken matters into its own hands. A well organized cabal within the army and navy surprised an unsuspecting civilian government, which was hastily put upon a boat and sent into exile. Before anyone truly knew what was going on, the military had full control of the government and national press. The army has arrested a number of noted liberal and social proletarist activists and successfully established a stable and functioning government. They have pledged that a new and honorable regime will be established, as General Felipe Trujillo leads the way to a brighter future. (+1 Stability)
ELECTIONS IN ARGENTINA. Buenos Aires, Argentina. The course of the Argentine electoral season was never truly in doubt as the year progressed, as the National Conservative Party gained strength and influence on the merit of their victory in the Great War. The conservatives have focused upon the stability of the Argentina and the shift in politics, as well as the great strides towards global liberty and prosperity they have made. The booming economy, the impending freedom of Oranjien, and the strong relations and peace with Argentina's neighbors have all been displayed as the product of the skilled management and sound policies of the conservative cause. The liberals struggled in vain to force their way back into political dominance but faltered against the momentum created by the outcome of the Great War. The Argentine people have brought the National Conservative Party back into the control of the presidency and the nation's legislature.
PERUVIAN ELECTIONS. Lima, Peru. The Great War was fairly meaningless to the people of Peru, who lost over six thousand lives in the various naval battles which took place throughout the course of the conflict. The Peruvians have since been questioning their role in the conflict and the actual achievement of the deaths which have taken place. The result has been the moderate Party of Order facing significant strain from the population and the separate liberal and conservative elements of the political group. The party was close to collapse and nearly divided as the various movements have railed against the perceived betrayal of the homeland and the Spanish crown. Others have expressed concern about the growing economic influences of Argentina and Brazil over Peru, facing the threat of political collapse. The Party of Order has preserved a majority for the moment, but the resulting turmoil has brought about a period of political instability. (-1 Stability)
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES DIES. Washington D.C., United States of America. To the immense sadness of the American voting public, President Curtis Wareing died this year, from complications resulting from his fairly old age. The famed president has been in his office since his first election in 1888. The success of that campaign has been built upon his military service as an Indian fighter throughout the West during the middle of the nineteenth century. His leadership as president during the war with Brazil and South America was essential to the status of the war. The American government has done well under Wareing's leadership and has mourned his passing, as his vice president is sworn in. Vice President, now President, Douglas Miller, has a sterling service record as a colonel commanding in the Colombian campaigns of the war with Brazil. The new president has pledged to honor that President Wareing brought to the office, and to continue his wise policies and positions. He has been fairly welcomed by the establishment, but most view the death of the former president as not much more than a minor hiccup in the political system. The views of the new leader of the United States are almost identical in every way to his predecessor, one of the reasons he was selected for the post.
Popular photograph of the American President during his time of military service.
BRAZIL CREATES GREAT WAR MEMORIAL. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The second Great War Memorial constructed anywhere in the world, and the only one in the Western Hemisphere, has been completed and delivered to the gardens beneath the Statue of Liberty in Rio. The Brazilian government has paid for this extensive memorial to honor the fallen soldiers and sailors who lost their lives for freedom against Spanish tyranny and aggression. The centerpiece of the new memorial gardens is a statue of the passed Admiral Buzatto, lauding his contributions to the war and his triumphant voyages in the Mediterranean Sea. A gala ceremony was held, with the Royal Family in attendance, among numerous dignitaries from across South America, honoring those who died in battle with their presence.
ARABIANS CALL DIPLOMATIC BLUFF. Muscat, Oman. Last year's ultimatum came from Oman and Yemen calling for the Arabian Empire to stand down the Sons of Arabia after their devastating attacks in those nations. The Arabian Empire flat out refused to cooperate with the nation, and a number of tense months followed as both sides prepared for a war that never came. The Omani and Yemeni monarchs, faced with what appeared to be an overwhelming opponent, stood down their forces, and retired. The Arabian government has declared this to be a great diplomatic victory, establishing their superiority in the wake of the Great War. The credibility of both Oman and Yemen has been severely damaged in the aftermath of this scandal, and neither seem enthusiastic about further opposition towards the Arabian dominance in the region.
REVOLT IN KABINDE. Luanda, Netherlands. The Dutch in Kabinde came under attack this year as a growing group of guerillas, using an assortment of old weapons left behind during the Great War, began striking at Dutch colonial outposts. The fighting has been mostly small scale raids and attacks upon the Dutch imperial stations, and has been led by the native population rather than any ethnic Dutch. The fighting has been vicious, and the guerillas have occasionally attacked Dutch farmsteads that refused to cooperate them, causing the local garrison to be spread fairly thinly across the colony. The military has responded the best it can, establishing check points and protective groups for the settlers within the colony's interior. Unfortunately, losses have been heavy for the Dutch soldiers as they struggle to preserve control over the region. (-1 Stability, -1 Infantry Brigade)
REBELS REGROUP IN TUNIS. Tunis, Sardinia. During the Great War and related conflicts, the activities of Tunisians rebels dropped significantly against the Sardinian army. Most have attributed this to the effectiveness of the soldiers who remained to create and preserve internal security against the rebel threat. This has seemed to be a valid statement, as numerous rebel arsenals were seized and camps were destroyed in the more rural regions of the colony. Unfortunately, it seems now that these successes were temporary. The rebels have apparently reorganized and developed their forces, and numerous posters and anti-imperial propaganda have begun making an appearance within the main streets of Sardinia's colony. Military activity has not resumed, however, and there have only been a few scattered incidents of violent protest and attacks, including a few assassinations of minor government officials. The army has reported that it seems the rebellion is attempting to recoup their losses and prepare for a fresh uprising and bid for power in Tunisia.
FIGHTING SUBSIDES IN ABYSSINIA WITH MILITARY SURGE. Addis Ababa, Scandinavia. A massive amount of Scandinavian soldiers were sent to Abyssinia early this year in order to assist the anti-rebel efforts currently underway. The soldiers were regulars invited by the Kongo Colonial Society to help crush the growing uprising for the Scandinavian Empire. The massive influx of new soldiers has done much to restore security to the interior of the nation, as more soldiers means more checkpoints and defense for key targets. The local mines, farms, and other resource producing sites have been granted better security than ever before, as the army does its best to deny the rebellion of resources and leverage to build up their own power. The rebels have fought the best they can, but find themselves frequently outgunned and outmaneuvered. Regardless, they have fought hard and managed to inflict more casualties than they sustained losses. (-2 Infantry Brigades, -1 Cavalry Brigade, +1 Stability)
UPRISING IN EGYPT. Cairo, Spain. Egypt's economy has dramatically suffered over the past few years of war and turmoil, and at last the local people have had enough. Led by the independent Sons of Egypt, who have been preparing for this moment since their foundation, a major uprising began in Cairo against Spanish colonial rule. The fighting proved vicious and the rebels struck valiantly at a number of important imperial outposts and stations, hoping to destroy the remnants of Spanish rule over their lands. The Spanish, by a stroke of good fortune, had not yet recalled the Legion Hispania from their duties in Egypt, and they managed to respond more quickly than regular colonial garrisons did. The Sons of Egypt were unaware of this elite force's presence and found themselves biting off far more than they could chew. The fighting was vicious and bloody throughout the colony, but the rebels never managed to seize more than a small foothold in any of the key cities of Egypt. The Spanish regrouped and managed to isolate and utterly annihilate the centers of Egyptian resistance in a brutal bloodbath. Regardless of the brutality and bloodshed of the rebellion, the key leaders of the Sons of Egypt were slaughtered in the fighting, and the organization, for all intents and purposes, has been destroyed. (-7 Infantry Brigades, -1 Cavalry Brigade, -2 Artillery Brigades, -10 Manpower, +2 Stability)
MADAGASCAR ORGANIZES AGAINST BRITISH RULE. Antananarivo, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The occupation of Madagascar was fairly simple by the standards of the bloodshed of the Great War. After defeating the Spanish imperial garrison, the British have chosen not to leave, and have continued imperial management, but this time under their rule instead of Spain's. The local inhabitants have clearly begun organizing against the rule of the British government, and reports have been made that arsenals are being established and troops trained for a guerilla insurgency against the British crown. Rumors suggest that secondary supply depots established by the Spanish during the Great War were found by the would-be rebels, who have begun using the Spanish arms to create a new base of support for a war for independence. So far, no fighting has begun, but it is clear through the increase of treasonous posters that the rebels are garnering support and funding from among the population. (-1 Stability)
BORDERS CLOSE TO RUSSIAN SETTLERS IN AZERBAIJAN. Baku, Azerbaijan. The fall of Georgia to the Russian Empire has proven to be a major concern to the government and people of Azerbaijan. The threat of a similar creeping aggression through settlement has not gone unnoticed by the Azerbaijani government. Therefore, under substantial pressure from influential civic and military leaders, the national government of Azerbaijan has closed its borders to foreign immigration indefinitely. They have established numerous military checkpoints and have pledged that any illegal migrants will be immediately deported when found. Thankfully, no real incidents have emerged yet, and it seems that caving to the internal pressure may well have saved the nation from the threat of Russian claims and invasion. King Samad has promised the people that, unlike Georgia, the people of Azerbaijan will remain free and independent from foreign imperialism. (+1 Stability)
YEMEN CENTRALIZES MILITARY IN RESPONSE TO THREATENED COUP. Sana'a, Yemen. Rumors of plots against Sultan Abdul Rashid emanated from within the officer corps this year, as the failure of action upon last year's ultimatum bred dissent. The monarchy caught wind of these plots and soon planned a counter to the movement on his own. Using loyal soldiers, led by the Royal Guard, the sultan managed to identify and arrest the conspirators against his reign. The result was a major purge of the upper echelons of the Yemeni army, destroying the core of those who would seek to remove the monarch from his throne. The effort has had a surprising benefit, in addition to building up the stability of the regime. As it turned out, the conspiring officers had long been holding back the possibility of reform and improvement among the army, and were mostly corrupt. Their removal has opened the doors for young, talented officers who have already done much for improving the armed forces of Yemen. (+1 Stability, +1 Army Quality)
TREATY OF BATMAN SIGNED. Batman, Kurdistan. The conflict between Kurdistan and Chaldea has been brought to a surprising end this year, with the signing of a treaty in the Turkish town of Batman. The Treaty of Batman has ended the war between the two nations, bringing to an conclusion of a fairly indecisive conflict, despite the surprising victories of the outnumbered Kurds in battle. The treaty has turned over the western half of what was once Turkey to the newly formed Pontic Republic, and has been met with outrage throughout Kurdistan. The ensuing turmoil in the provinces resulting from the annexation of the provinces has been viewed with smug satisfaction, but the Kurdish conservatives have heavily criticized the monarchy for negotiating such an unsatisfactory conclusion to a war that the Kurdish people were clearly winning. Meanwhile, in the newly enlarged Pontic Republic, the annexation of the provinces have created a clear majority of Turks in the fledgling nation, who promptly rebelled in the recent outbreak of hostilities between the two. Furthermore, the rebellion has given significant succor and support to the rebellious Young Turks in the former province of Chaldea, struggling against the Greek rule. (-1 Stability for Kurdistan and the Pontic Republic)
Casualty Lists
Bulgaria: 8 Conscript Brigades, 14 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 6 Artillery Brigades
Roman Empire: 22 Conscript Brigades, 7 Infantry Brigades, 4 Artillery Brigades
BULGARIA EXPELS GREEK CITIZENS. Sofia, Bulgaria. The militia government in Bulgaria has begun making an effort to stabilize the region, by beginning the forced exile of the Greek residents of the territories under their control. Tens of thousands of people have been forced from their homes to the Roman Empire, where they were allowed across the battle lines under a white flag, and in the process outraged the Imperator and his supporters. The fighting escalated to a new degree after that point, and quite a few in Athens have begun demanding the heads of the rebels delivered on a platter. After the recapture of the Aegean coast, a number of Greeks were able to return to their homes, and they undertook a vengeance upon those who exiled them. In retaliation for being driven from their lands, the Bulgarians along the coast have been similarly expelled to the north, and their lands seized by the Roman government.
OCCITANIA ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR A CONSTITUTION. Toulouse, Occitania. King Louis III has announced plans this year for the development of a constitution for the people of Occitania. As a moderate monarch, with a wide based of support, he has the means and opportunity to create such a radical new reform for the people of the southern French nation. The king and his closest advisers are working behind closed doors to confirm a strong constitution for the management of the people of the nation. A large amount of hopes have been pinned upon this reform, as the liberals of the nation begin offering their cautious support and optimism for the future. It is believed that the first true elections will be held in the later part of 1910, after the final details of an elected government are confirmed. Rumor suggests that the new constitution will be modeled upon that of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, with a similar parliamentary legislative system. (+1 Stability)
OCCITANIA BEGINS RECONSTRUCTION. Toulouse, Occitania. The conclusion of the Great War last year has given the Occitanian people to realize what they have lost in the conflict. The heavy damages caused by the Spanish invasion have left a scar upon the land and people of Occitania, and the nation looks to be restored. King Louis III has announced an ambitious plan to repair the damaged roads, farms, mines, and railroads left destroyed by the aggressive Spanish forces. Furthermore, the plans for reconstruction include massive repair of Toulouse, which had been badly mauled during the final stages of the war. The repairs include new government buildings and modernized public transportation and infrastructure for the whole of southern Occitania. The program is highly ambitious and is believed to be scheduled on a time span of three to six years, but some experts believe that such a plan could take far longer than that estimate, perhaps as many as ten years.
THE BREAKING OF PRUSSIA. Danzig, Russia. An orgy of violence and killing has shocked the western world this year as the Russians began their attempt to expel the German population from Prussia. Only about three hundred thousand people would depart peacefully, mostly the old, women, and children. Most of these people have migrated to Brandenburg or even Vinland, hoping for the day when they might one day return to their homeland. The remainder, nearly eight hundred thousand people, did not truly believe what was to happen until the Russian armies arrived. The Russian army declared that any German resisting the exile would be deemed a rebel, guilty of treason, and thus sentenced to execution. Furthermore, the families of any rebels would also be considered rebels themselves and face similar punishment. The might of the Russian army was poured into Prussia, and found themselves allied with Russian settlers and even ambitious Poles looking to profit off the despised Germans. In the more rural areas farmers attempted to fight off Russian soldiers with ancient rifles, only to be killed and their families detained and sent to holding facilities constructed near the Polish village of Treblinka. The German Brotherhood organized uprisings in the larger cities of Prussia, fighting back to the last man against the Russian army. The fighting has been brutal and has left most of the cities of the region nearly completely destroyed as artillery was used to systematically pound German strongholds into ruin. All those taken prisoner and all German women and children were sent east to the ever growing prisons in central Poland. The fighting subsided as the last German strongholds were destroyed, at which point the true horror began. Through the words of League of Continental Nation observers, over four hundred thousand German women and children were found guilty of treason and systematically executed by the Russian army. There is no true accurate count behind that estimate, as the remainder were either killed in combat with the Russians or ultimately fled across the border into Brandenburg or Pomerania. Global papers have expressed horror at this slaughter, as the photographs of massacred civilians enter into international publication. (-180 Manpower, -45 Infantry Brigades, -2 Artillery Brigades, +1 Stability)
Russian soldiers seek out and kill survivors in a mass grave in Prussia.
News from the Americas
STRIKES TURN TO RIOTING IN BRAZIL. Natal, Brazil. A series of major strikes were launched and led by the Brazilian Dockworkers' Union this year, calling for social programs and reform. A social proletarist organization, the Union cooperated in sympathy strikes with other unions from across the nation. The Dockworkers managed to bring shipping to a standstill in the port of Natal for nearly a week, until military personnel from the naval base intervened. The strikers grew violent, pelting the soldiers with stones and ultimately, the soldiers opened fire, and when police showed up, the violence grew only more chaotic. The bloodshed was rapid and quick, as the strikers overwhelmed the soldiers and over five dozen were killed by the brutal beatings they received. In retaliation, the strikers attempted to storm the naval yards, and even set a number of buildings on fire, resulting in two major occurrences of bloodshed. The first was went the fires spread to a dockside building full of ammunition, and with the personnel busy with the riots, instead of fighting the fires, the resulting massive explosion killed hundreds of rioters as well as capsizing two nearby docked destroyers. Soon after, a destroyer, after warning the crowed, turned its machine guns upon the riot when they attempted to storm up the docks. This quickly broke the back of the riot in Natal, but the list of the dead is extensive, and it is believed that over a thousand people died in the course of the brutal riot, both among the civilians and within the military. The riots have been viewed with horror across the nation, but the strikes continued, as workers appealed for the standard calls of better pay and social reform. (-2 Trovão-class Destroyers, -1 Manpower)
CONSERVATIVES CONTINUE PRO-AMERICAN CLAMOR IN CUBA. Havana, Cuba. Further right members of the reigning Party of the Republic in Cuba have continued calling for the establishment of stronger ties with the powerful nation to the north. They have insisted that the United States of America is key to Cuba's defense and security in the Caribbean, and that truly opening the nation's borders to American business and industry could only be good for the economy. The government has so far ignored these requests, threatening to divide the Party of the Republic in the upcoming elections in 1911. The conservative cause holds out hope though, as they appeal to the desire for stronger economic growth, claiming that the Cuban population can't till the fields and grow plantations indefinitely. They have alleged that a more diverse and successful economy can only come at the hands of stronger ties with the United States.
STRIKES TURN TO RIOT IN JAMAICA. Kingston, Jamaica. The United Sugar Workers of Jamaica led a major strike this year, shutting down the key Jamaican industry and threatening to send the island into economic turmoil. Attempts at negotiation failed, as the workers refused anything less than sharing the profits from international sale of sugar among the people who worked to produce it. The owners found this less than acceptable, as did the government, who ordered the strikes to disperse or face retaliation. Police authorities, overwhelmed by the scale of the strike, were replaced by the army, which has been deployed to squelch the dissent. A stray bullet, fired from either the strikers or the soldiers led to a small massacre as two dozen people were slain from the army's fire. The result was a series of small riots on the plantations of Jamaica, and the army did its best to restore order. Despite the bloodshed, the workers have been forced back onto the fields, as the army once more supervises their labor. (-1 Stability)
AZTEC GUERILLAS CONTINUE WAR. Tenochtitlan, United States of America. Fighting has continued throughout the former Spanish colony of Aztlan this year, as Spanish and Aztec guerillas wage war against the Mayan and American occupiers. The guerillas have begun to take advantage of the reluctance of the Mayans and Americans to actually cooperate, and have successfully attacked a number of outposts and then crossed back and forth across the border. The repeated border crossings and lack of communication between the two nations has led to increased difficulty in destroying the rebel movement. This has allowed them to achieve a number of spectacular successes, leading the guerillas to several major battlefield victories against the occupying forces. The Americans have suffered the most, as they have extensive terrain in which to hide and strike out against the American army.
Casualty Lists
Mayan Republic: 1 Infantry Brigade
United States of America: 2 Infantry Brigades
PROVINCIAL DISSIDENTS RISE IN REVOLT IN NEW SPAIN. Tegucigalpa, New Spain. Over the past few years since the proletarist uprising in 1907, the government in Managua has been viewed as a increasingly corrupt and inefficient regime. The lack of any real action to stabilize the nation against the worsening economic situation has made the people increasingly disillusioned with the central government. The tattered infrastructure from the brief civil war has only made matters worse as the people turn more towards their local state governments than the central authority in Managua. The state leaders of New Spain have found themselves in an increasingly powerful position in contrast to the federal government. Events came to a head this year with a pro-secessionist demonstration and revolt in Tegucigalpa, as the local mayor and the state governor refused to send in local troops to deal with the unrest. The federal government chose to send in the army, which has done its best to restore order, but has faced major resistance from the local inhabitants. The army has found itself under siege, facing enormous local dissent and a hostile population within their own nation. (-1 Stability)
SCOTTSON SETTLERS RAISE ANTI-JAPANESE MILITIAS. Anchorage, United States of America. The American settlers in the colony of Scottson have grown increasingly aggressive this year with the establishment of a colony-wide militia force, numbering several thousand members. The paramilitary force has also gained some limited support among the Scottson Garrison, and has through them and Vinland purchased a number of significant weapons, including machine guns and even light artillery. These weapons have formed the basis of a new campaign, as the militia attacks Japanese border outposts and raids Japanese settlements in the Aleutian islands. To the dismay of the Japanese imperial garrison, the militias have proven surprisingly effective and more knowledgeable of the terrain. Furthermore, the Americans have frequently retreated back across the border, preventing any organized response against their bases of operation. (-1 Infantry Brigade for Japan)
MILITARY COUP SECURES POWER IN VENEZUELA. Caracas, Venezuela. Almost forty years of democratic rule has been brought down in Venezuela this year as ambitious members of the military sought to oust the elected liberal government. The army and navy have viewed change as a major necessity as the Brazilians grow in strength and capability. The threats made against the new Venezuelan possessions in the Caribbean after the Great War were viewed as the final straw, and highly influenced by the effective American regime, the army has taken matters into its own hands. A well organized cabal within the army and navy surprised an unsuspecting civilian government, which was hastily put upon a boat and sent into exile. Before anyone truly knew what was going on, the military had full control of the government and national press. The army has arrested a number of noted liberal and social proletarist activists and successfully established a stable and functioning government. They have pledged that a new and honorable regime will be established, as General Felipe Trujillo leads the way to a brighter future. (+1 Stability)
ELECTIONS IN ARGENTINA. Buenos Aires, Argentina. The course of the Argentine electoral season was never truly in doubt as the year progressed, as the National Conservative Party gained strength and influence on the merit of their victory in the Great War. The conservatives have focused upon the stability of the Argentina and the shift in politics, as well as the great strides towards global liberty and prosperity they have made. The booming economy, the impending freedom of Oranjien, and the strong relations and peace with Argentina's neighbors have all been displayed as the product of the skilled management and sound policies of the conservative cause. The liberals struggled in vain to force their way back into political dominance but faltered against the momentum created by the outcome of the Great War. The Argentine people have brought the National Conservative Party back into the control of the presidency and the nation's legislature.
PERUVIAN ELECTIONS. Lima, Peru. The Great War was fairly meaningless to the people of Peru, who lost over six thousand lives in the various naval battles which took place throughout the course of the conflict. The Peruvians have since been questioning their role in the conflict and the actual achievement of the deaths which have taken place. The result has been the moderate Party of Order facing significant strain from the population and the separate liberal and conservative elements of the political group. The party was close to collapse and nearly divided as the various movements have railed against the perceived betrayal of the homeland and the Spanish crown. Others have expressed concern about the growing economic influences of Argentina and Brazil over Peru, facing the threat of political collapse. The Party of Order has preserved a majority for the moment, but the resulting turmoil has brought about a period of political instability. (-1 Stability)
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES DIES. Washington D.C., United States of America. To the immense sadness of the American voting public, President Curtis Wareing died this year, from complications resulting from his fairly old age. The famed president has been in his office since his first election in 1888. The success of that campaign has been built upon his military service as an Indian fighter throughout the West during the middle of the nineteenth century. His leadership as president during the war with Brazil and South America was essential to the status of the war. The American government has done well under Wareing's leadership and has mourned his passing, as his vice president is sworn in. Vice President, now President, Douglas Miller, has a sterling service record as a colonel commanding in the Colombian campaigns of the war with Brazil. The new president has pledged to honor that President Wareing brought to the office, and to continue his wise policies and positions. He has been fairly welcomed by the establishment, but most view the death of the former president as not much more than a minor hiccup in the political system. The views of the new leader of the United States are almost identical in every way to his predecessor, one of the reasons he was selected for the post.
Popular photograph of the American President during his time of military service.
BRAZIL CREATES GREAT WAR MEMORIAL. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The second Great War Memorial constructed anywhere in the world, and the only one in the Western Hemisphere, has been completed and delivered to the gardens beneath the Statue of Liberty in Rio. The Brazilian government has paid for this extensive memorial to honor the fallen soldiers and sailors who lost their lives for freedom against Spanish tyranny and aggression. The centerpiece of the new memorial gardens is a statue of the passed Admiral Buzatto, lauding his contributions to the war and his triumphant voyages in the Mediterranean Sea. A gala ceremony was held, with the Royal Family in attendance, among numerous dignitaries from across South America, honoring those who died in battle with their presence.
News from Africa and the Middle East
ARABIANS CALL DIPLOMATIC BLUFF. Muscat, Oman. Last year's ultimatum came from Oman and Yemen calling for the Arabian Empire to stand down the Sons of Arabia after their devastating attacks in those nations. The Arabian Empire flat out refused to cooperate with the nation, and a number of tense months followed as both sides prepared for a war that never came. The Omani and Yemeni monarchs, faced with what appeared to be an overwhelming opponent, stood down their forces, and retired. The Arabian government has declared this to be a great diplomatic victory, establishing their superiority in the wake of the Great War. The credibility of both Oman and Yemen has been severely damaged in the aftermath of this scandal, and neither seem enthusiastic about further opposition towards the Arabian dominance in the region.
REVOLT IN KABINDE. Luanda, Netherlands. The Dutch in Kabinde came under attack this year as a growing group of guerillas, using an assortment of old weapons left behind during the Great War, began striking at Dutch colonial outposts. The fighting has been mostly small scale raids and attacks upon the Dutch imperial stations, and has been led by the native population rather than any ethnic Dutch. The fighting has been vicious, and the guerillas have occasionally attacked Dutch farmsteads that refused to cooperate them, causing the local garrison to be spread fairly thinly across the colony. The military has responded the best it can, establishing check points and protective groups for the settlers within the colony's interior. Unfortunately, losses have been heavy for the Dutch soldiers as they struggle to preserve control over the region. (-1 Stability, -1 Infantry Brigade)
REBELS REGROUP IN TUNIS. Tunis, Sardinia. During the Great War and related conflicts, the activities of Tunisians rebels dropped significantly against the Sardinian army. Most have attributed this to the effectiveness of the soldiers who remained to create and preserve internal security against the rebel threat. This has seemed to be a valid statement, as numerous rebel arsenals were seized and camps were destroyed in the more rural regions of the colony. Unfortunately, it seems now that these successes were temporary. The rebels have apparently reorganized and developed their forces, and numerous posters and anti-imperial propaganda have begun making an appearance within the main streets of Sardinia's colony. Military activity has not resumed, however, and there have only been a few scattered incidents of violent protest and attacks, including a few assassinations of minor government officials. The army has reported that it seems the rebellion is attempting to recoup their losses and prepare for a fresh uprising and bid for power in Tunisia.
FIGHTING SUBSIDES IN ABYSSINIA WITH MILITARY SURGE. Addis Ababa, Scandinavia. A massive amount of Scandinavian soldiers were sent to Abyssinia early this year in order to assist the anti-rebel efforts currently underway. The soldiers were regulars invited by the Kongo Colonial Society to help crush the growing uprising for the Scandinavian Empire. The massive influx of new soldiers has done much to restore security to the interior of the nation, as more soldiers means more checkpoints and defense for key targets. The local mines, farms, and other resource producing sites have been granted better security than ever before, as the army does its best to deny the rebellion of resources and leverage to build up their own power. The rebels have fought the best they can, but find themselves frequently outgunned and outmaneuvered. Regardless, they have fought hard and managed to inflict more casualties than they sustained losses. (-2 Infantry Brigades, -1 Cavalry Brigade, +1 Stability)
UPRISING IN EGYPT. Cairo, Spain. Egypt's economy has dramatically suffered over the past few years of war and turmoil, and at last the local people have had enough. Led by the independent Sons of Egypt, who have been preparing for this moment since their foundation, a major uprising began in Cairo against Spanish colonial rule. The fighting proved vicious and the rebels struck valiantly at a number of important imperial outposts and stations, hoping to destroy the remnants of Spanish rule over their lands. The Spanish, by a stroke of good fortune, had not yet recalled the Legion Hispania from their duties in Egypt, and they managed to respond more quickly than regular colonial garrisons did. The Sons of Egypt were unaware of this elite force's presence and found themselves biting off far more than they could chew. The fighting was vicious and bloody throughout the colony, but the rebels never managed to seize more than a small foothold in any of the key cities of Egypt. The Spanish regrouped and managed to isolate and utterly annihilate the centers of Egyptian resistance in a brutal bloodbath. Regardless of the brutality and bloodshed of the rebellion, the key leaders of the Sons of Egypt were slaughtered in the fighting, and the organization, for all intents and purposes, has been destroyed. (-7 Infantry Brigades, -1 Cavalry Brigade, -2 Artillery Brigades, -10 Manpower, +2 Stability)
MADAGASCAR ORGANIZES AGAINST BRITISH RULE. Antananarivo, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The occupation of Madagascar was fairly simple by the standards of the bloodshed of the Great War. After defeating the Spanish imperial garrison, the British have chosen not to leave, and have continued imperial management, but this time under their rule instead of Spain's. The local inhabitants have clearly begun organizing against the rule of the British government, and reports have been made that arsenals are being established and troops trained for a guerilla insurgency against the British crown. Rumors suggest that secondary supply depots established by the Spanish during the Great War were found by the would-be rebels, who have begun using the Spanish arms to create a new base of support for a war for independence. So far, no fighting has begun, but it is clear through the increase of treasonous posters that the rebels are garnering support and funding from among the population. (-1 Stability)
BORDERS CLOSE TO RUSSIAN SETTLERS IN AZERBAIJAN. Baku, Azerbaijan. The fall of Georgia to the Russian Empire has proven to be a major concern to the government and people of Azerbaijan. The threat of a similar creeping aggression through settlement has not gone unnoticed by the Azerbaijani government. Therefore, under substantial pressure from influential civic and military leaders, the national government of Azerbaijan has closed its borders to foreign immigration indefinitely. They have established numerous military checkpoints and have pledged that any illegal migrants will be immediately deported when found. Thankfully, no real incidents have emerged yet, and it seems that caving to the internal pressure may well have saved the nation from the threat of Russian claims and invasion. King Samad has promised the people that, unlike Georgia, the people of Azerbaijan will remain free and independent from foreign imperialism. (+1 Stability)
YEMEN CENTRALIZES MILITARY IN RESPONSE TO THREATENED COUP. Sana'a, Yemen. Rumors of plots against Sultan Abdul Rashid emanated from within the officer corps this year, as the failure of action upon last year's ultimatum bred dissent. The monarchy caught wind of these plots and soon planned a counter to the movement on his own. Using loyal soldiers, led by the Royal Guard, the sultan managed to identify and arrest the conspirators against his reign. The result was a major purge of the upper echelons of the Yemeni army, destroying the core of those who would seek to remove the monarch from his throne. The effort has had a surprising benefit, in addition to building up the stability of the regime. As it turned out, the conspiring officers had long been holding back the possibility of reform and improvement among the army, and were mostly corrupt. Their removal has opened the doors for young, talented officers who have already done much for improving the armed forces of Yemen. (+1 Stability, +1 Army Quality)
TREATY OF BATMAN SIGNED. Batman, Kurdistan. The conflict between Kurdistan and Chaldea has been brought to a surprising end this year, with the signing of a treaty in the Turkish town of Batman. The Treaty of Batman has ended the war between the two nations, bringing to an conclusion of a fairly indecisive conflict, despite the surprising victories of the outnumbered Kurds in battle. The treaty has turned over the western half of what was once Turkey to the newly formed Pontic Republic, and has been met with outrage throughout Kurdistan. The ensuing turmoil in the provinces resulting from the annexation of the provinces has been viewed with smug satisfaction, but the Kurdish conservatives have heavily criticized the monarchy for negotiating such an unsatisfactory conclusion to a war that the Kurdish people were clearly winning. Meanwhile, in the newly enlarged Pontic Republic, the annexation of the provinces have created a clear majority of Turks in the fledgling nation, who promptly rebelled in the recent outbreak of hostilities between the two. Furthermore, the rebellion has given significant succor and support to the rebellious Young Turks in the former province of Chaldea, struggling against the Greek rule. (-1 Stability for Kurdistan and the Pontic Republic)
TURKS REFORM NATION IN REBELLION AGAINST CHALDEA. Konya, Turkey. After the Treaty of Batman, there was a brief gap in time as the Kurds and Chaldeans exchanged places along the border, and the Turks saw their shot for freedom once more. Using stockpiled weapons and forces which had gone underground after their nation had been overrun by the Kurds, the Turks have established overwhelming force and numerical superiority against the Chaldean army. They easily destroyed the garrisons already present, and managed to repulse any attempts by the Chaldeans to reenter their claimed territories. A Turkish coalition has been assembled as a temporary government, and they have announced their intent to restore a Turkish state and to pave the way for the liberation of all the Turkish people. The fighting so far has been subdued, but the Chaldeans have clearly been boxed out of their efforts to enter the new territories, as a number of their Turkish population has also risen up and moved to support the new Turkish government.
Casualty Lists
Pontic Republic: 4 Infantry Brigades
Turkey: 3 Conscript Brigades
BUZATTO INVESTIGATION REACHES CONCLUSION. Tirana, Roman Empire. Brazilian and Roman investigators, working together, have caught the individual responsible for the death of the late Admiral Buzatto. The assassination took place in the admiral's hotel room while being detained by the Romans in the wake of his defeat in the Great War. This spurred one of the largest manhunts in European history, as the Roman Praetorian Guard provided the muscle for Brazil's investigation into this heinous crime. The culprit was caught attempting to cross the border into Hungary, and has been identified by a witness who saw the assassination take place. The assassin has been identified as a disgruntled Brazilian anarchist who was serving on one of the destroyers in Buzatto's fleet. When the ship was sunk, he blamed Buzatto for the deaths of his friends and was enraged to see his luxurious accommodations in Athens. The culprit has been arrested and extradited to Brazil, where he is to stand trial for the murder of Admiral Buzatto.
BRAZIL ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR ANGOLA. Walvis Bay, Brazil. The Brazilian government has begun substantial preparations for a change in the status of their holdings in South Africa. Plans have been made to establish Angola as a greater dominion of the Empire of Brazil. The provinces have been slated for independence as early as 1911, assuming that the stability of the region has recovered. The proposed dominion status includes full unimpeded economic rights for Brazilian business and mandatory democratic elections to be held by the population along the same constitutional lines of Brazil itself. The independence leaders of Angola have agreed to these terms and have begun full cooperation with the Brazilians in steering the territory towards an independent status. The Brazilian liberals and people have applauded this decision, protecting the influence and strength of the empire, while preserving the cause of freedom for which the Great War was fought. (+1 Stability in Brazil and +2 Stability in colony)
ARGENTINA ESTABLISHES PATH TO ORANJIEN INDEPENDENCE. Buenos Aires, Argentina. Negotiations between the main influential Danish leaders of Oranjien and the government of Argentina have resulted in the formulation of a plan for a amicable separation and colonial independence. Argentina has pledged to assist in the creation of an independent Republic of Oranjien as soon as 1910 and no later than 1914. The Argentines will retain substantial political and economic rights within Oranjien over the next twenty to thirty years in exchange, and the new nation would pledge to maintain its neutrality from other powers. The efforts have progressed splendidly as the Danes cooperate to the fullest with the Argentine government. At home, the Argentines have applauded the government's dedication to freedom, showing off their devotion to the democratic ideal. (+2 Stability in Oranjien)
CHALDEA DELCARES THE PONTIC REPUBLIC. Trebizond, Pontic Republic. The military leadership of Chaldea under General Stavridis has declared the Roman Empire to be a dead nation, and to this end has dropped the old provincial name from the forms of government. Instead, the new Pontic Republic has been declared and a new constitution has been established for the republic and the new government. The first elections are intended for 1910, as the government is currently managed under a moderate coalition led by General Stavridis and his supporters. Though some have appealed for him to run for political office next year, it seems unlikely, as those closest to him claim that he is greatly anticipating retirement. The recent troubles with the Turks has led to some concern over the viability of the new republic, but the Greek majority in the coastal cities continues to back the reform and has high hopes for the new republic. (+1 Stability)
SHADOW WAR IN ARABIA. Baghdad, Arabian Empire. An unusual war has begun in Arabia, and the Sons of Arabia have found themselves under attack. A number of high profile assassinations have been conducted against key leaders of the Sons of Arabia, and this has greatly weakened the organization as a whole. Several of the most influential and charismatic leaders of the Sons of Arabia have been killed, and mostly it appears to be the activity of Arabian dissidents against their cause. The Sons of Arabia have begun scrambling to determine the source of the covert operations against them, as the scale and stealth of the attacks indicate a much larger organization, possibly a foreign power. They hope to retaliate against the culprits, but for now it seems that this organization which has plagued countless other governments and made numerous enemies is on the run.
REFORM SUGGESTION RAISES IRE IN PERSIA. Tehran, Persia. The ailing health of the current Shah of Persia has created quite a disturbance among the Persian people. The son and heir apparent of the king is a notorious liberal and has abhorrent ideas of reform and democracy, which run counter to the very fundamentals of Persian society. Religious leaders have begun appealing to the ruler to disinherit his son, especially after the announcement of plans for elections and plebiscite next year. Similarly, the military has virtually unanimously opposed the plan, and threatened a coup if such efforts were to go forward. The secret police has also offered up massive opposition, and several attempted assassinations have already been launched against the heir. Hopes that the common folk would support this legislation have also fallen flat, and there seems to be no popular support for any democratic reform. In the regions in rebellion, most of those who attempted to set up a voting system were decapitated and desecrated by the rebel tribes. It seems that if further reform is attempted, Persia could face a major civil war and revolt against the radical trends the heir and monarchy is pushing upon them. (-1 Stability)
OPSIKION WAR FOR ANATOLIA CONTINUES. Cius, Opsikion. The fighting between the Opsikion and the Imperator in Athens have continued their brutal fighting over Anatolia and the Greek provinces in the southwest. Early in the year, a substantial number of the Imperator's forces were withdrawn to the west, and it seemed that the advantage was once more turned towards the rebels. An minor offensive was launched against the Imperator's army, leading to minor gains on the mainland with significant casualties for both sides. The fighting there has been fairly irrelevant, as the main battles took place at sea as the Imperator's fleet sought out a battle, and found themselves lured into combat with the navy of Opsikion. The Imperator's fleet managed to win a major victory, destroying the capital ships of Opsikion's navy and scattering the remnants of their ships around Anatolia. In the wake of their victory, the Praetorian Guard led a campaign to reclaim the islands of the Aegean from Opsikion's defenders.
Casualty Lists
Opsikion: 16 Infantry Brigades, 3 Artillery Brigades, 4 Early Destroyers, 1 Early Light Cruiser, 1 Early Heavy Cruiser, 1 Christine-class Battleship
Roman Empire: 12 Infantry Brigades, 2 Artillery Brigades, 2 Early Destroyers, 1 Romanos-class Destroyer, 1 Early Light Cruiser, 1 Early Heavy Cruiser
DISPUTE ERUPTS OVER NEW ZEALAND CONSTITUTION. Akarana, New Zealand. After months of constitutional debate and discussion, the island nation of New Zealand has at last formulated a modern constitution. The constitution faced significant opposition as the Portuguese governing population struggled to maintain control against the native Maori tribes. The Maori, who long supported Portuguese rule, have not been given a full voice in voting or political office. The natives have been stricken from having voting rights in the year's elections, and ineligible from running for any office. The constitution has been established for direct voting rights for all eligible voters and the office of the presidency has been given extensive power, with the legislature acting as a one-house balance for his authority. Elections were held this year and a group of political parties has been mustered, as the majority of the population rallied around the New Zealand Unity Party, a moderate coalition which has dominated the legislature and secured the office of presidency. The moderates have pledged to keep a fully independent course in the Pacific and to maintain a peaceful neutrality to the affairs of the larger world. They are also stalwartly behind the conservative cause to preserve voting rights from the native population, keeping power in the hands of the Portuguese. (-1 Stability)
INDIAN NATIONALISTS GAIN MOMENTUM. Delhi, Spain. The National Congress of India, established in 1902, remained mostly silent during the Great War, offering what support it could for the Spanish cause against the United Kingdom and its allies. The war effort was seen by this organization as an important part of establishing a unified Indian state which could be led by a single group. Unfortunately the loss of the Great War was a major blow to this agenda, and the National Congress has decided upon a new tact to establish an independent state. Instead, they have begun sponsoring local press and working on creating a uniting language, both written and spoken, for the plethora of dialects present within India. The effort has received substantial support from Indian intellectuals and even Spanish colonials, who see a united language as only an opportunity for new economic prosperity and cooperation in the crown jewel of the Spanish empire.
AFGHAN AND KHAZAK UPRISINGS CONTINUE AGAINST PERSIAN RULE. Kabul, Persia. As most of the Persian army remains concentrated among the western borders with Kurdistan and the Arabian Empire, they have found it increasingly difficult to deal with threats in the east. The Khazaks and Afghans have continued their efforts to destroy the Persian invaders to the best of their ability, in relentless tribal and guerilla wars. The Persians have found themselves unable to locate the rebels in the caves and rural regions of the easternmost provinces of the empire, and the military losses continue to climb. Worse, the rebels have effectively shut down any economic growth in the east, and most villages and towns are no longer under the control of the Persian government. The various tribal leaders lead their own people and no longer respond to what they view as the irrelevant requests of a foreign government. (-1 Stability, -2 Infantry Brigades, -2 Cavalry Brigades)
CHINESE GOVERNMENT ESTABLISHES NEW OFFICE. Lanzhou, China. General Shi Au Gau has struggled with dissent from other elements of the military for the years of his reign, and after the last few demonstrations of unrest and infighting, a new political office has been established. The Office of Continued Loyalty has been established as an oversight organization for the upper levels of the Chinese officer corps. The Chinese army has expressed its resentment to the new level of observation from Lanzhou, but the hopes are that the new bureaucracy will establish a stronger center for the government. The efforts have so far been successful, as the military has cooperated with only a small level of grumbling. The past few years have seen the literal destruction of most of the leadership's rivals throughout the country, and none who remain have the spirit or forces to challenge the government in Lanzhou. Therefore the effort has proven a success at securing a stronger central regime and a superior Chinese nation. (+1 Stability)
RAILROAD WORK BEGUN IN JAPANESE CHINA. Peking, Japan. This year the colonial Japanese government in China has announced plans to begin an ambitious new project to improve the value of China to the larger empire. The so-named Woosung Project has been slated to build new railroads and modernize the decaying older ones of European colonial rule. Most of the older track correspond to different gauges than the Japanese trains, and significant work has begun to update the tracks to the new standard. The project is of substantial expense, but the Woosung Project is planned to dramatically increase the speed of the transportation of goods across Japanese China. Furthermore, special effort has been planned to help speed up the redeployment of military forces in China, to counter any invasion from the British or the Chinese. The military value of the project alone is immense, and the Japanese have stated that the project should take approximately four to five years to complete.
Advertisement for the South Manchurian Railway, a business participating in the Woosung Project
JAPAN OUTLAWS WORKERS' UNIONS. Kyoto, Japan. As the proletarist cause grows in Japan, the government has developed significant concern at the strength of this bizarre Western idealist cause. The establishment of a union for Japanese dockworkers last year gave ammunition to those against the cause of proletarism in Japan, showing the threat to the economic status quo they represent. In order to secure the sanctity of Japanese tradition and working spirit, the government has outlawed the creation of unions and any proletarist organization. This has established a number of leftist Japanese thinkers as outlaws, and many have taken what chance they could to flee. Most have been scattered to the winds, but have wound up in Argentina or Brazil, finding support among other idealists and leftists taking shelter amid the freedoms of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. In the meantime, the self-imposed exiles has destroyed this discontent section of the Japanese intellectual elite, but has sent some powerful intellects far away from their home. (+1 Stability)
PERSIA AND RUSSIA SIGN ECONOMIC AGREEMENT. Karaton, Russia. As the situation in the Roman Empire continues to worsen and Russia old ally of Scandinavia succumbs to proletarism, the Russians have been in search of new economic partners. Similarly, the reduction of Spanish influence in the Middle East has led their old friends in Persia to also search out new friends. This has led to a new economic understanding between Persia and Russia with the signing of a new economic agreement. The agreement is fairly vague and has no real substance, beyond developing a warmer relationship between Tehran and Moscow. The hopes remain that the future will result in a more secure pact and better ties developed between the two powers.
FINANCIAL FLUCTUATION REPORT. London, United Kingdom of Great Britain.
OLYMPIC COMMITTEE RETURNS FROM SECOND 1912 VOTE. Brussels, Flanders. After the indecision in last year's voting process among the Olympic Committee, further negotiation was conducted throughout this year. Brest was eliminated as an option due to the lack of support in comparison to Rio de Janeiro and Vienna. Ultimately, Rio was considered the better of the two and has been selected as the planned site for the 1912 Olympic Games. Brazil was considered ideal due to the still ongoing turmoil in Europe, as well as its relative prosperity and isolation from the world's regions torn apart by conflict. There has been some outspoken reluctance as the Brazilians have not been making themselves loved among foreign nations, and a few representatives have declared that should the games be held in Rio, their athletes will not be attending. Whether this bears through to 1912 remains unknown however, as three years remain until the games begin.
SCANDINAVIANS JOIN VARUKORGBOLL LEAGUE. Nya Stockholm, Vinland. The sport of varukorgboll received a major international boost in popularity this year with the temporary participation of Scandinavia in a combined League with the United States of America and Vinland. A number of assorted clubs travelled back and forth across the Atlantic Ocean, and the teams from Scandinavia were eliminated early. This proved to be a boon as the October Revolution in Stockholm caused for an awkward moment in international relations between Vinland and Scandinavia. Varukorgboll as a sport suffered due to the rise in tensions caused by the revolution, particularly as a number of Scandinavian players sought out refuge and asylum in Vinland. Regardless, the Vinlander team from Nya Stockholm emerged victorious from the larger League, and thankfully the early elimination of Scandinavian teams prevented any confusion in the ranking system caused by the Revolution. Many fear though that this could well be the first and last time teams outside of the United States and Vinland participate.
BALOMPIE LEAGUE PLANS COMMENCE. Antwerp, Netherlands. Nine nations have begun working towards the creation of a new International Balompie League, after several attempts made at such an organized were abandoned before and during the Great War. The sporting world in Europe is enthusiastic, as new teams are established, and a League has been developed by a working committee from within the League of Continental Nations. The League of Continental Nations passed a resolution bringing a number of nations to the fore to support the sport, and hoping to spur tourism and new developments for the whole of Europe. The current participating nations are Flanders, the Netherlands, the Franco-Burgundian Confederation, Spain, Portugal, Brandenburg, Austria, Scandinavia, and Corsica. It is unsure whether Scandinavia will continue participation with the recent events undermining their stability, but the rest of the Balompie League has pushed forward with the first games planned for over the course of 1910.
Random Stat Changes and Fluctuations and Minor Technological Advances
Superior veteran officers in Brandenburg supplant old guard in influence: +1 Army Quality.
Retiring veterans from other countries provide boost to Jamaican naval doctrines: +1 Navy Quality.
Skilled officers retire from service in Venezuela: -1 Navy Quality.
United Kingdom of Great Britain establishes and adopts British Royal Guard 1909 Doctrine for the army.
Spain shares the technologies of Artillery Improvement Level One and Gas Warfare Level One and the construction rights for the Castile-class Light Cruiser and the Nordenfelt-class Submarine with Sardinia.
Spain establishes and adopts Ejército Imperial Español 1909 Doctrine for the army.
Arabian Empire establishes and adopts Arab Army 1909 Doctrine.
Brazil creates new Rio-class River Boat, shares construction rights with Uruguay, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Brazil creates new Furacão-class Destroyer, shares construction rights with Argentina, Uruguay, Arabian Empire, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and Italy.
Brazil establishes new Cobras Elite Forces Brigade.
Pontic Republic shares Submarine Improvement Level One, Destroyer Improvement Level One, Cruiser Improvement Level One, and Battleship Improvement Level One with Persia.
Netherlands adopts Triple Alliance Army Doctrine 1904.
Austria researches Aircraft Improvement Level One.
Portugal creates and adopts Royal Portuguese Army 1909 Doctrine.
Jamaica creates the new Williams-class Destroyer.
Diplomatic Pouch
To: Brazil
From: Colombia
We thought our nations were allies, we would like to request you share your new designs in order for us to better unite against common threats to South America.
To: Pontic Republic
From: Roman Empire
We are ready to recognize your independence and the territories you have taken from Kurdistan in exchange for an end to your recognition for the illegitimate government in Cius. We are willing to also drop all claims to the province of Chaldea in exchange for this agreement. This is a temporary offer and will not be on the table for long.
To: Bulgaria
From: Roman Empire
We are willing to recognize your independence at current borders. We must also insist that you cease your illegal expulsion of Greek citizens from your territory. This is a crime of severe consequences, and we will punish those responsible if you do not accept our just offer. Refusal will mean our troops will continue to carry their standards until the last, and your nation is wiped from the earth. We recommend you take these lenient terms while they are still on the table.
OOC
I have reduced the costs of one or two techs, as I have reformatted part of my private tree for the development of technology and science. Any surplus EP relating to that has been banked in the relevant scenarios.
On another rule-changing note, the random event generator has received an overall after a pleasant discussion with a delightful random stranger I met on the ferry to the Keys. The generator has been refined for a more realistic approach, and this applies to both the random events we've seen, and the stability events. The next ten updates or so will be the preliminary test of the changed event generation, and we'll see how well it functions and if you even notice the difference.
@SamSniped: I didn't get any revised orders from you, but due to the apparent conclusion of your war, I have spent the EP that was dedicated towards Conscripts upon Infantry instead.
@Crezth: Due to the shift in pricing for the design of aircraft, I chose instead to actually build one of the new recon squadrons. The rest of the dedicated EP has been banked.
@Justo: Due to the lack of a war, the money that was dedicated to Conscripts is instead being used to produce regular infantry.
@theDright: You received more money from reparations than your orders anticipated, and the excess EP has been included in your bank. I've been meaning to say this for a while, but I think we can safely say that someone in Argentina has flown a rudimentary plane at this point, but it just isn't worthy of an article.
Take some time to read over the Tech Tree post once more. In addition to the changes made above relating to EP, a number of tech have become generic and others have become unlocked and available for purposes of research.
@Lord Iggy: The reason the 16 was in parentheses in your stats (now 17) is due to population, not to the amount of spending you dedicate to it over time. This is a set amount recommended based upon your population size. The parentheses amount only changes with manpower growth, nothing else.
Sonereal has been dropped from control of New Spain due to inactivity.
Double A has been dropped from control of Peru due to lack of orders.
@Erez87: well, you made a good effort, came really close to winning the elections too, but the Italian people have spoken. Still could use a skilled player elsewhere in the NES though, and I'd heartily recommend Peru, Venezuela, or Romania as the first which pop to mind.
World Map
Casualty Lists
Pontic Republic: 4 Infantry Brigades
Turkey: 3 Conscript Brigades
BUZATTO INVESTIGATION REACHES CONCLUSION. Tirana, Roman Empire. Brazilian and Roman investigators, working together, have caught the individual responsible for the death of the late Admiral Buzatto. The assassination took place in the admiral's hotel room while being detained by the Romans in the wake of his defeat in the Great War. This spurred one of the largest manhunts in European history, as the Roman Praetorian Guard provided the muscle for Brazil's investigation into this heinous crime. The culprit was caught attempting to cross the border into Hungary, and has been identified by a witness who saw the assassination take place. The assassin has been identified as a disgruntled Brazilian anarchist who was serving on one of the destroyers in Buzatto's fleet. When the ship was sunk, he blamed Buzatto for the deaths of his friends and was enraged to see his luxurious accommodations in Athens. The culprit has been arrested and extradited to Brazil, where he is to stand trial for the murder of Admiral Buzatto.
BRAZIL ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR ANGOLA. Walvis Bay, Brazil. The Brazilian government has begun substantial preparations for a change in the status of their holdings in South Africa. Plans have been made to establish Angola as a greater dominion of the Empire of Brazil. The provinces have been slated for independence as early as 1911, assuming that the stability of the region has recovered. The proposed dominion status includes full unimpeded economic rights for Brazilian business and mandatory democratic elections to be held by the population along the same constitutional lines of Brazil itself. The independence leaders of Angola have agreed to these terms and have begun full cooperation with the Brazilians in steering the territory towards an independent status. The Brazilian liberals and people have applauded this decision, protecting the influence and strength of the empire, while preserving the cause of freedom for which the Great War was fought. (+1 Stability in Brazil and +2 Stability in colony)
ARGENTINA ESTABLISHES PATH TO ORANJIEN INDEPENDENCE. Buenos Aires, Argentina. Negotiations between the main influential Danish leaders of Oranjien and the government of Argentina have resulted in the formulation of a plan for a amicable separation and colonial independence. Argentina has pledged to assist in the creation of an independent Republic of Oranjien as soon as 1910 and no later than 1914. The Argentines will retain substantial political and economic rights within Oranjien over the next twenty to thirty years in exchange, and the new nation would pledge to maintain its neutrality from other powers. The efforts have progressed splendidly as the Danes cooperate to the fullest with the Argentine government. At home, the Argentines have applauded the government's dedication to freedom, showing off their devotion to the democratic ideal. (+2 Stability in Oranjien)
CHALDEA DELCARES THE PONTIC REPUBLIC. Trebizond, Pontic Republic. The military leadership of Chaldea under General Stavridis has declared the Roman Empire to be a dead nation, and to this end has dropped the old provincial name from the forms of government. Instead, the new Pontic Republic has been declared and a new constitution has been established for the republic and the new government. The first elections are intended for 1910, as the government is currently managed under a moderate coalition led by General Stavridis and his supporters. Though some have appealed for him to run for political office next year, it seems unlikely, as those closest to him claim that he is greatly anticipating retirement. The recent troubles with the Turks has led to some concern over the viability of the new republic, but the Greek majority in the coastal cities continues to back the reform and has high hopes for the new republic. (+1 Stability)
SHADOW WAR IN ARABIA. Baghdad, Arabian Empire. An unusual war has begun in Arabia, and the Sons of Arabia have found themselves under attack. A number of high profile assassinations have been conducted against key leaders of the Sons of Arabia, and this has greatly weakened the organization as a whole. Several of the most influential and charismatic leaders of the Sons of Arabia have been killed, and mostly it appears to be the activity of Arabian dissidents against their cause. The Sons of Arabia have begun scrambling to determine the source of the covert operations against them, as the scale and stealth of the attacks indicate a much larger organization, possibly a foreign power. They hope to retaliate against the culprits, but for now it seems that this organization which has plagued countless other governments and made numerous enemies is on the run.
REFORM SUGGESTION RAISES IRE IN PERSIA. Tehran, Persia. The ailing health of the current Shah of Persia has created quite a disturbance among the Persian people. The son and heir apparent of the king is a notorious liberal and has abhorrent ideas of reform and democracy, which run counter to the very fundamentals of Persian society. Religious leaders have begun appealing to the ruler to disinherit his son, especially after the announcement of plans for elections and plebiscite next year. Similarly, the military has virtually unanimously opposed the plan, and threatened a coup if such efforts were to go forward. The secret police has also offered up massive opposition, and several attempted assassinations have already been launched against the heir. Hopes that the common folk would support this legislation have also fallen flat, and there seems to be no popular support for any democratic reform. In the regions in rebellion, most of those who attempted to set up a voting system were decapitated and desecrated by the rebel tribes. It seems that if further reform is attempted, Persia could face a major civil war and revolt against the radical trends the heir and monarchy is pushing upon them. (-1 Stability)
OPSIKION WAR FOR ANATOLIA CONTINUES. Cius, Opsikion. The fighting between the Opsikion and the Imperator in Athens have continued their brutal fighting over Anatolia and the Greek provinces in the southwest. Early in the year, a substantial number of the Imperator's forces were withdrawn to the west, and it seemed that the advantage was once more turned towards the rebels. An minor offensive was launched against the Imperator's army, leading to minor gains on the mainland with significant casualties for both sides. The fighting there has been fairly irrelevant, as the main battles took place at sea as the Imperator's fleet sought out a battle, and found themselves lured into combat with the navy of Opsikion. The Imperator's fleet managed to win a major victory, destroying the capital ships of Opsikion's navy and scattering the remnants of their ships around Anatolia. In the wake of their victory, the Praetorian Guard led a campaign to reclaim the islands of the Aegean from Opsikion's defenders.
Casualty Lists
Opsikion: 16 Infantry Brigades, 3 Artillery Brigades, 4 Early Destroyers, 1 Early Light Cruiser, 1 Early Heavy Cruiser, 1 Christine-class Battleship
Roman Empire: 12 Infantry Brigades, 2 Artillery Brigades, 2 Early Destroyers, 1 Romanos-class Destroyer, 1 Early Light Cruiser, 1 Early Heavy Cruiser
News from the Far East
DISPUTE ERUPTS OVER NEW ZEALAND CONSTITUTION. Akarana, New Zealand. After months of constitutional debate and discussion, the island nation of New Zealand has at last formulated a modern constitution. The constitution faced significant opposition as the Portuguese governing population struggled to maintain control against the native Maori tribes. The Maori, who long supported Portuguese rule, have not been given a full voice in voting or political office. The natives have been stricken from having voting rights in the year's elections, and ineligible from running for any office. The constitution has been established for direct voting rights for all eligible voters and the office of the presidency has been given extensive power, with the legislature acting as a one-house balance for his authority. Elections were held this year and a group of political parties has been mustered, as the majority of the population rallied around the New Zealand Unity Party, a moderate coalition which has dominated the legislature and secured the office of presidency. The moderates have pledged to keep a fully independent course in the Pacific and to maintain a peaceful neutrality to the affairs of the larger world. They are also stalwartly behind the conservative cause to preserve voting rights from the native population, keeping power in the hands of the Portuguese. (-1 Stability)
INDIAN NATIONALISTS GAIN MOMENTUM. Delhi, Spain. The National Congress of India, established in 1902, remained mostly silent during the Great War, offering what support it could for the Spanish cause against the United Kingdom and its allies. The war effort was seen by this organization as an important part of establishing a unified Indian state which could be led by a single group. Unfortunately the loss of the Great War was a major blow to this agenda, and the National Congress has decided upon a new tact to establish an independent state. Instead, they have begun sponsoring local press and working on creating a uniting language, both written and spoken, for the plethora of dialects present within India. The effort has received substantial support from Indian intellectuals and even Spanish colonials, who see a united language as only an opportunity for new economic prosperity and cooperation in the crown jewel of the Spanish empire.
AFGHAN AND KHAZAK UPRISINGS CONTINUE AGAINST PERSIAN RULE. Kabul, Persia. As most of the Persian army remains concentrated among the western borders with Kurdistan and the Arabian Empire, they have found it increasingly difficult to deal with threats in the east. The Khazaks and Afghans have continued their efforts to destroy the Persian invaders to the best of their ability, in relentless tribal and guerilla wars. The Persians have found themselves unable to locate the rebels in the caves and rural regions of the easternmost provinces of the empire, and the military losses continue to climb. Worse, the rebels have effectively shut down any economic growth in the east, and most villages and towns are no longer under the control of the Persian government. The various tribal leaders lead their own people and no longer respond to what they view as the irrelevant requests of a foreign government. (-1 Stability, -2 Infantry Brigades, -2 Cavalry Brigades)
CHINESE GOVERNMENT ESTABLISHES NEW OFFICE. Lanzhou, China. General Shi Au Gau has struggled with dissent from other elements of the military for the years of his reign, and after the last few demonstrations of unrest and infighting, a new political office has been established. The Office of Continued Loyalty has been established as an oversight organization for the upper levels of the Chinese officer corps. The Chinese army has expressed its resentment to the new level of observation from Lanzhou, but the hopes are that the new bureaucracy will establish a stronger center for the government. The efforts have so far been successful, as the military has cooperated with only a small level of grumbling. The past few years have seen the literal destruction of most of the leadership's rivals throughout the country, and none who remain have the spirit or forces to challenge the government in Lanzhou. Therefore the effort has proven a success at securing a stronger central regime and a superior Chinese nation. (+1 Stability)
RAILROAD WORK BEGUN IN JAPANESE CHINA. Peking, Japan. This year the colonial Japanese government in China has announced plans to begin an ambitious new project to improve the value of China to the larger empire. The so-named Woosung Project has been slated to build new railroads and modernize the decaying older ones of European colonial rule. Most of the older track correspond to different gauges than the Japanese trains, and significant work has begun to update the tracks to the new standard. The project is of substantial expense, but the Woosung Project is planned to dramatically increase the speed of the transportation of goods across Japanese China. Furthermore, special effort has been planned to help speed up the redeployment of military forces in China, to counter any invasion from the British or the Chinese. The military value of the project alone is immense, and the Japanese have stated that the project should take approximately four to five years to complete.
Advertisement for the South Manchurian Railway, a business participating in the Woosung Project
JAPAN OUTLAWS WORKERS' UNIONS. Kyoto, Japan. As the proletarist cause grows in Japan, the government has developed significant concern at the strength of this bizarre Western idealist cause. The establishment of a union for Japanese dockworkers last year gave ammunition to those against the cause of proletarism in Japan, showing the threat to the economic status quo they represent. In order to secure the sanctity of Japanese tradition and working spirit, the government has outlawed the creation of unions and any proletarist organization. This has established a number of leftist Japanese thinkers as outlaws, and many have taken what chance they could to flee. Most have been scattered to the winds, but have wound up in Argentina or Brazil, finding support among other idealists and leftists taking shelter amid the freedoms of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. In the meantime, the self-imposed exiles has destroyed this discontent section of the Japanese intellectual elite, but has sent some powerful intellects far away from their home. (+1 Stability)
Financial Section
PERSIA AND RUSSIA SIGN ECONOMIC AGREEMENT. Karaton, Russia. As the situation in the Roman Empire continues to worsen and Russia old ally of Scandinavia succumbs to proletarism, the Russians have been in search of new economic partners. Similarly, the reduction of Spanish influence in the Middle East has led their old friends in Persia to also search out new friends. This has led to a new economic understanding between Persia and Russia with the signing of a new economic agreement. The agreement is fairly vague and has no real substance, beyond developing a warmer relationship between Tehran and Moscow. The hopes remain that the future will result in a more secure pact and better ties developed between the two powers.
FINANCIAL FLUCTUATION REPORT. London, United Kingdom of Great Britain.
Spoiler :
The Sports Page
OLYMPIC COMMITTEE RETURNS FROM SECOND 1912 VOTE. Brussels, Flanders. After the indecision in last year's voting process among the Olympic Committee, further negotiation was conducted throughout this year. Brest was eliminated as an option due to the lack of support in comparison to Rio de Janeiro and Vienna. Ultimately, Rio was considered the better of the two and has been selected as the planned site for the 1912 Olympic Games. Brazil was considered ideal due to the still ongoing turmoil in Europe, as well as its relative prosperity and isolation from the world's regions torn apart by conflict. There has been some outspoken reluctance as the Brazilians have not been making themselves loved among foreign nations, and a few representatives have declared that should the games be held in Rio, their athletes will not be attending. Whether this bears through to 1912 remains unknown however, as three years remain until the games begin.
SCANDINAVIANS JOIN VARUKORGBOLL LEAGUE. Nya Stockholm, Vinland. The sport of varukorgboll received a major international boost in popularity this year with the temporary participation of Scandinavia in a combined League with the United States of America and Vinland. A number of assorted clubs travelled back and forth across the Atlantic Ocean, and the teams from Scandinavia were eliminated early. This proved to be a boon as the October Revolution in Stockholm caused for an awkward moment in international relations between Vinland and Scandinavia. Varukorgboll as a sport suffered due to the rise in tensions caused by the revolution, particularly as a number of Scandinavian players sought out refuge and asylum in Vinland. Regardless, the Vinlander team from Nya Stockholm emerged victorious from the larger League, and thankfully the early elimination of Scandinavian teams prevented any confusion in the ranking system caused by the Revolution. Many fear though that this could well be the first and last time teams outside of the United States and Vinland participate.
BALOMPIE LEAGUE PLANS COMMENCE. Antwerp, Netherlands. Nine nations have begun working towards the creation of a new International Balompie League, after several attempts made at such an organized were abandoned before and during the Great War. The sporting world in Europe is enthusiastic, as new teams are established, and a League has been developed by a working committee from within the League of Continental Nations. The League of Continental Nations passed a resolution bringing a number of nations to the fore to support the sport, and hoping to spur tourism and new developments for the whole of Europe. The current participating nations are Flanders, the Netherlands, the Franco-Burgundian Confederation, Spain, Portugal, Brandenburg, Austria, Scandinavia, and Corsica. It is unsure whether Scandinavia will continue participation with the recent events undermining their stability, but the rest of the Balompie League has pushed forward with the first games planned for over the course of 1910.
The Cultural Center
Random Stat Changes and Fluctuations and Minor Technological Advances
Superior veteran officers in Brandenburg supplant old guard in influence: +1 Army Quality.
Retiring veterans from other countries provide boost to Jamaican naval doctrines: +1 Navy Quality.
Skilled officers retire from service in Venezuela: -1 Navy Quality.
United Kingdom of Great Britain establishes and adopts British Royal Guard 1909 Doctrine for the army.
Spain shares the technologies of Artillery Improvement Level One and Gas Warfare Level One and the construction rights for the Castile-class Light Cruiser and the Nordenfelt-class Submarine with Sardinia.
Spain establishes and adopts Ejército Imperial Español 1909 Doctrine for the army.
Arabian Empire establishes and adopts Arab Army 1909 Doctrine.
Brazil creates new Rio-class River Boat, shares construction rights with Uruguay, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Brazil creates new Furacão-class Destroyer, shares construction rights with Argentina, Uruguay, Arabian Empire, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and Italy.
Brazil establishes new Cobras Elite Forces Brigade.
Pontic Republic shares Submarine Improvement Level One, Destroyer Improvement Level One, Cruiser Improvement Level One, and Battleship Improvement Level One with Persia.
Netherlands adopts Triple Alliance Army Doctrine 1904.
Austria researches Aircraft Improvement Level One.
Portugal creates and adopts Royal Portuguese Army 1909 Doctrine.
Jamaica creates the new Williams-class Destroyer.
Diplomatic Pouch
To: Brazil
From: Colombia
We thought our nations were allies, we would like to request you share your new designs in order for us to better unite against common threats to South America.
To: Pontic Republic
From: Roman Empire
We are ready to recognize your independence and the territories you have taken from Kurdistan in exchange for an end to your recognition for the illegitimate government in Cius. We are willing to also drop all claims to the province of Chaldea in exchange for this agreement. This is a temporary offer and will not be on the table for long.
To: Bulgaria
From: Roman Empire
We are willing to recognize your independence at current borders. We must also insist that you cease your illegal expulsion of Greek citizens from your territory. This is a crime of severe consequences, and we will punish those responsible if you do not accept our just offer. Refusal will mean our troops will continue to carry their standards until the last, and your nation is wiped from the earth. We recommend you take these lenient terms while they are still on the table.
OOC
I have reduced the costs of one or two techs, as I have reformatted part of my private tree for the development of technology and science. Any surplus EP relating to that has been banked in the relevant scenarios.
On another rule-changing note, the random event generator has received an overall after a pleasant discussion with a delightful random stranger I met on the ferry to the Keys. The generator has been refined for a more realistic approach, and this applies to both the random events we've seen, and the stability events. The next ten updates or so will be the preliminary test of the changed event generation, and we'll see how well it functions and if you even notice the difference.
@SamSniped: I didn't get any revised orders from you, but due to the apparent conclusion of your war, I have spent the EP that was dedicated towards Conscripts upon Infantry instead.
@Crezth: Due to the shift in pricing for the design of aircraft, I chose instead to actually build one of the new recon squadrons. The rest of the dedicated EP has been banked.
@Justo: Due to the lack of a war, the money that was dedicated to Conscripts is instead being used to produce regular infantry.
@theDright: You received more money from reparations than your orders anticipated, and the excess EP has been included in your bank. I've been meaning to say this for a while, but I think we can safely say that someone in Argentina has flown a rudimentary plane at this point, but it just isn't worthy of an article.
Take some time to read over the Tech Tree post once more. In addition to the changes made above relating to EP, a number of tech have become generic and others have become unlocked and available for purposes of research.
@Lord Iggy: The reason the 16 was in parentheses in your stats (now 17) is due to population, not to the amount of spending you dedicate to it over time. This is a set amount recommended based upon your population size. The parentheses amount only changes with manpower growth, nothing else.
Sonereal has been dropped from control of New Spain due to inactivity.
Double A has been dropped from control of Peru due to lack of orders.
@Erez87: well, you made a good effort, came really close to winning the elections too, but the Italian people have spoken. Still could use a skilled player elsewhere in the NES though, and I'd heartily recommend Peru, Venezuela, or Romania as the first which pop to mind.
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Lord of Elves
Suede-Denim Secret Police
- Joined
- Oct 31, 2009
- Messages
- 6,976
From: Workers Commonwealth of Scandinavia
To: International Community
Friends, do not condemn the Glorious Peoples Revolution (of the Scandinavian Proletariat). We, like all democratic nations, seek only to live by the right of self-determination. The people of Scandinavia have chosen proletarism, and we implore you not to attempt to fight the will of the people. All states that respect the democratic traditions of the Scandinavian nation, and the European continent, must recognize the validity of the New Regime, the Peoples Regime. Furthermore, do not fear so paranoiacally that we seek to proselytize the people of Europe and the world in proletarism. No, the Global Revolution will occur when all peoples and all nations are ready to accept the proletarist lifetsyle, the proletarist doctrine. We want only to live as we choose, in this country that we love, free from oppression. We ask you to help us end the injustice of the "Royal Oligarchy" in our colonial territories, so that we might bring back legal and just authority to Scandinavian Africa.
From: Workers Commonwealth of Scandinavia
To: Royal Oligarchy
CC: World
You are an invalid state, existing purely in spite to the will of the sovereign nation and people that you claim to govern. We will bring proletarism to the colonies, and we ask the world for its support. Yet, we are conciliatory. If the Royal Oligarchy rejoins with the Scandinavian nation, we shall find ways to settle the differences between the Revolutionary Society and the capitalists of the colonies, and allow the Emperor to go in peace to a nation of his choosing. The people of Scandinavian Africa must be brought into the fold of proletarism.
From: Workers Commonwealth of Scandinavia
To: Nations of Europe
CC: All Colonial Powers
The Royal Oligarchy is a destabilizing influence in Africa, and in the Indian subcontinent. Such a weak and fledgling state, invalid and reactionary in nature, cannot effectively manage such vast territories as are the rightful claim of the Workers Commonwealth. The Workers Commonwealth has no ambitions of global proletarist conquest, or claims on other nations, only the desire to lead the people of Scandinavia as they have chosen to be lead. We have chosen proletarism; the invalid Royal Oligarchy must surrender the rightful territories of the Workers Commonwealth. Should the Oligarchy continue to exist, it will only result in colonial unrest, and the continued oppression of the people of Africa (white and black) by the capitalist system it perpetuates. Aid us, or soon the great multitudes of those territories will rise up and inspire their neighbors.
To: International Community
Friends, do not condemn the Glorious Peoples Revolution (of the Scandinavian Proletariat). We, like all democratic nations, seek only to live by the right of self-determination. The people of Scandinavia have chosen proletarism, and we implore you not to attempt to fight the will of the people. All states that respect the democratic traditions of the Scandinavian nation, and the European continent, must recognize the validity of the New Regime, the Peoples Regime. Furthermore, do not fear so paranoiacally that we seek to proselytize the people of Europe and the world in proletarism. No, the Global Revolution will occur when all peoples and all nations are ready to accept the proletarist lifetsyle, the proletarist doctrine. We want only to live as we choose, in this country that we love, free from oppression. We ask you to help us end the injustice of the "Royal Oligarchy" in our colonial territories, so that we might bring back legal and just authority to Scandinavian Africa.
From: Workers Commonwealth of Scandinavia
To: Royal Oligarchy
CC: World
You are an invalid state, existing purely in spite to the will of the sovereign nation and people that you claim to govern. We will bring proletarism to the colonies, and we ask the world for its support. Yet, we are conciliatory. If the Royal Oligarchy rejoins with the Scandinavian nation, we shall find ways to settle the differences between the Revolutionary Society and the capitalists of the colonies, and allow the Emperor to go in peace to a nation of his choosing. The people of Scandinavian Africa must be brought into the fold of proletarism.
From: Workers Commonwealth of Scandinavia
To: Nations of Europe
CC: All Colonial Powers
The Royal Oligarchy is a destabilizing influence in Africa, and in the Indian subcontinent. Such a weak and fledgling state, invalid and reactionary in nature, cannot effectively manage such vast territories as are the rightful claim of the Workers Commonwealth. The Workers Commonwealth has no ambitions of global proletarist conquest, or claims on other nations, only the desire to lead the people of Scandinavia as they have chosen to be lead. We have chosen proletarism; the invalid Royal Oligarchy must surrender the rightful territories of the Workers Commonwealth. Should the Oligarchy continue to exist, it will only result in colonial unrest, and the continued oppression of the people of Africa (white and black) by the capitalist system it perpetuates. Aid us, or soon the great multitudes of those territories will rise up and inspire their neighbors.
To: Workers Commonwealth of Scandinavia
From: Vinland
We will not recognize the legitimacy of your current government until its' leadership has been upheld by a democratic and fully-enfranchised general election.
To: Russia
From: Vinland
We denounce the utter barbarousness of your outright murder of noncombatants. Your actions are monstrous.
OOC@Lord of Elves: What is the name of the current ruling family of Vinland and the recently-deposed royal family of Scandinavia?
OOC@EQandCivfanatic: Did my efforts to rescue the Prussians really have such limited effect? As they were being slaughtered, were my ships not there to rescue them? I feel frustrated that the attempt had such a limited impact that the attempted rescue barely even got a cursory mention.
Or did the rescue go generally as planned, and it just didn't get mentioned?
From: Vinland
We will not recognize the legitimacy of your current government until its' leadership has been upheld by a democratic and fully-enfranchised general election.
To: Russia
From: Vinland
We denounce the utter barbarousness of your outright murder of noncombatants. Your actions are monstrous.
OOC@Lord of Elves: What is the name of the current ruling family of Vinland and the recently-deposed royal family of Scandinavia?
OOC@EQandCivfanatic: Did my efforts to rescue the Prussians really have such limited effect? As they were being slaughtered, were my ships not there to rescue them? I feel frustrated that the attempt had such a limited impact that the attempted rescue barely even got a cursory mention.
Or did the rescue go generally as planned, and it just didn't get mentioned?
TerrisH
Mischief?
OOC: hmm okay. the reaction to the proposed plan is a bit to extreme for me to push forward with it. I had expected some resistance, but not this level. Can't even argue over it as I can easily see the position happening.
My main plan for the region is kaput unless I break and twist it into something that would defeat the purpose of the plan. and.. I can't really think up an alternative plan at this point.
Plan B is.. out for similar reasons, with such a united front
*sigh* Plan C it is. Full blown Insanity. This will be an interesting turn.
@Justo Expect a PM shortly. I'll be detailing the actions I took last turn, and the ones I plan to do this turn. you might find it informative. you might want to forward it to Brazil.
oh, and apologies everyone for the rant. just had to think out loud.
My main plan for the region is kaput unless I break and twist it into something that would defeat the purpose of the plan. and.. I can't really think up an alternative plan at this point.
Plan B is.. out for similar reasons, with such a united front
*sigh* Plan C it is. Full blown Insanity. This will be an interesting turn.
@Justo Expect a PM shortly. I'll be detailing the actions I took last turn, and the ones I plan to do this turn. you might find it informative. you might want to forward it to Brazil.
oh, and apologies everyone for the rant. just had to think out loud.
Circuit
Writing Letters
To: Illegal Scandinavian Proletarist State
From: United States of America
We do not recognize you as a legitimate state, and implore you to return control to the proper government currently in exile.
To: Russia, World
From: United States of America
Your actions in Prussia against a civilized race are simply barbarous. Perhaps the Mongol Horde would be a better name for your nation. Cease this simply disgusting mass execution of the Germans in your nation.
To: Cuba
From: United States of America
Your people desire closer relations with the United States, and for good reason. We urge you to reconsider your past positions, and enter closer relations with the United States.
To: Venezuela
From: United States of America
We support the new Venezuelan government. Should Venezuela desire, we are willing to send political and military advisers to help design a stable and secure government in Venezuela.
To: Japan
From: United States of America
We harbor no aggressive intent towards Japan. Japan was quite helpful for the United States prior to the Great War. We are simply floored as to the reason for the border wars, and can assure Japan that the current garrison in Scottson will be rotated out for one that will maintain border security.
OOC: @LordofElves:
CONGRATZ FOR FIRST!!!
From: United States of America
We do not recognize you as a legitimate state, and implore you to return control to the proper government currently in exile.
To: Russia, World
From: United States of America
Your actions in Prussia against a civilized race are simply barbarous. Perhaps the Mongol Horde would be a better name for your nation. Cease this simply disgusting mass execution of the Germans in your nation.
To: Cuba
From: United States of America
Your people desire closer relations with the United States, and for good reason. We urge you to reconsider your past positions, and enter closer relations with the United States.
To: Venezuela
From: United States of America
We support the new Venezuelan government. Should Venezuela desire, we are willing to send political and military advisers to help design a stable and secure government in Venezuela.
To: Japan
From: United States of America
We harbor no aggressive intent towards Japan. Japan was quite helpful for the United States prior to the Great War. We are simply floored as to the reason for the border wars, and can assure Japan that the current garrison in Scottson will be rotated out for one that will maintain border security.
OOC: @LordofElves:
CONGRATZ FOR FIRST!!!
Grandkhan
Telvanni Master Wizard
To: Worker's Commonwealth of Scandinavia
From: Spain
We do not recognise you as the rightful government of any part of Scandinavia. Win a fair election, perhaps, or reach power through a democratic system, but a violent revolution against the rightful Scandinavian emperor will never be recognised by the Spanish government.
OOC: Bravo, LoE - CI now has its first idealogical enemy. It begins...
From: Spain
We do not recognise you as the rightful government of any part of Scandinavia. Win a fair election, perhaps, or reach power through a democratic system, but a violent revolution against the rightful Scandinavian emperor will never be recognised by the Spanish government.
OOC: Bravo, LoE - CI now has its first idealogical enemy. It begins...
To the World
Cc Emperor Harold II of Scandinavia
From the Confederation
Unless other notification is given, our defensive alliance with the Empire of Scandinavia remains fully in force. Any attack on the Kongo will be met by Confederate arms.
To the Workers' Commonwealth of Scandinavia
From Georges Clemenceau, Prime Minister of the Confederation
Workers of Scandinavia, we cannot recognise your government because it is erected quite illegally. However, we are pragmatists and we would hope that a compromise could be reached between the monarchists and yourselves. Our love for the Scandinavian people knows no bounds, and, following a reasonable compromise alone, we would happily accept a social proletarist government in Scandinavia.
Hold free and fair elections, and we may recognise you; reach terms with the government in the Kongo, and we certainly will. Might it not be worth according the King some role in your government for the sake of maintaining peace, cordiality with your ruling classes, and the control of your colonies?
To Emperor Harold II of Scandinavia
From the Confederation
Please indicate your intent publicly. Know that we will view it very dimly if you fail to deal cordially and decently with the men who have seized control in your nation, despite our disgust at the manner of their revolution. We do not view your position as being very sustainable if you fail to reach a compromise.
To Italy
From the Confederation
We are delighted with the formation of an Italian state and the end of the conflict. We would like to offer you a defensive alliance to cement the friendship between the Italian people and those of the Confederation.
We also encourage you to take up your invitation and become active in the League.
To Pope Paul VI
From the Confederation
We are delighted to see a Confederate-born man enthroned in the Curia. May this election be a day to be remembered in the history of the world, and may it bring the Church to renewed greatness.
Cc Emperor Harold II of Scandinavia
From the Confederation
Unless other notification is given, our defensive alliance with the Empire of Scandinavia remains fully in force. Any attack on the Kongo will be met by Confederate arms.
To the Workers' Commonwealth of Scandinavia
From Georges Clemenceau, Prime Minister of the Confederation
Workers of Scandinavia, we cannot recognise your government because it is erected quite illegally. However, we are pragmatists and we would hope that a compromise could be reached between the monarchists and yourselves. Our love for the Scandinavian people knows no bounds, and, following a reasonable compromise alone, we would happily accept a social proletarist government in Scandinavia.
Hold free and fair elections, and we may recognise you; reach terms with the government in the Kongo, and we certainly will. Might it not be worth according the King some role in your government for the sake of maintaining peace, cordiality with your ruling classes, and the control of your colonies?
To Emperor Harold II of Scandinavia
From the Confederation
Please indicate your intent publicly. Know that we will view it very dimly if you fail to deal cordially and decently with the men who have seized control in your nation, despite our disgust at the manner of their revolution. We do not view your position as being very sustainable if you fail to reach a compromise.
To Italy
From the Confederation
We are delighted with the formation of an Italian state and the end of the conflict. We would like to offer you a defensive alliance to cement the friendship between the Italian people and those of the Confederation.
We also encourage you to take up your invitation and become active in the League.
To Pope Paul VI
From the Confederation
We are delighted to see a Confederate-born man enthroned in the Curia. May this election be a day to be remembered in the history of the world, and may it bring the Church to renewed greatness.
JohannaK
Heroically Clueless
We are most honoured by your proposal and ask you if you would be so kind to send us military advisers, for we need to grow and to strengthen our military.
Circuit
Writing Letters
President Miller gives the Vinlandic ambassador a disgruntled look, then mutters, "Prussia", then grumbles inaudibly.
They've both got capitals, actually. Look at the mouth of the Congo river, almost into Dutch Kabinde; and look at where Auckland is IRL, although that's almost impossible to see because the white ring around the capital fades into the creamy colour and the black dot of the capital fades into the coast.
Jehoshua
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Speech upon the Election of the Holy Pontiff
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Dear brothers and sisters, after the great Pope, Leo XIV, the cardinals of the Holy Church have elected us, a humble worker in the vineyard of the Lord as custodian of His people and successor to the throne of St Peter.
The fact that the Lord can work and act even with insufficient means consoles us, and above all we entrust ourself to your prayers. For in the last few years much has changed for the Church, as divested of much temporal power, we are called to renew ourselves spiritually in conformance to sacred tradition and to the wisdom passed down to us in the deposit of faith. In these times, as the echo's of war still ring across the world, and as false and dangerous conceptions contrary to christian virtue gather strength, we hope that the Church with greater missionary zeal and in accord with its apostolate of charity can for the first time in many a time pick up the sword of faith and bring the light of Christ with hope and joy to a world shrouded by darkness. For it is in fidelity to the doctrine of the faith and to the Holy Church, and through a renewal amongst the laity of the corporal and spiritual works of mercy that the Holy Church may prosper through this current world, and it is through the Church of our Lord that the world may be illuminated and transformed from darkness into the light.
Thus in the joy of the resurrected Lord, and in the knowledge of his constant assistance, we ask that the laity consecrate themselves to the sacred heart of our Lord, and with the strength of blessed sacraments commit themselves to proposing the message of Christ to a world that cries out in shadows. We as that you, in a hermeneutic of continuity and prayer rediscover the joy of the true faith within your own everyday lives, and in all things that you do and become as a light to the world.
With this wish we insistently ask the faithful to pray for us, that we, entrusted with this momentous burden, may not flee for fear of the wolves and so that we may with ever greater resolve and conformity to Gods will, may fulfil our duty to humanity, to the Church and to God in proclaiming the universal truth of Christ our saviour, and of his One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.
Thankyou
~ Pope Paul VI.
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We express our gratitude for your kind regards, and would make known our sympathy in regards to the recent floods. It pains us to see the land of our birth suffer under such events and the prayers of ourself and of all the Church are with the victims.
~ Pope Paul VI
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Dear brothers and sisters, after the great Pope, Leo XIV, the cardinals of the Holy Church have elected us, a humble worker in the vineyard of the Lord as custodian of His people and successor to the throne of St Peter.
The fact that the Lord can work and act even with insufficient means consoles us, and above all we entrust ourself to your prayers. For in the last few years much has changed for the Church, as divested of much temporal power, we are called to renew ourselves spiritually in conformance to sacred tradition and to the wisdom passed down to us in the deposit of faith. In these times, as the echo's of war still ring across the world, and as false and dangerous conceptions contrary to christian virtue gather strength, we hope that the Church with greater missionary zeal and in accord with its apostolate of charity can for the first time in many a time pick up the sword of faith and bring the light of Christ with hope and joy to a world shrouded by darkness. For it is in fidelity to the doctrine of the faith and to the Holy Church, and through a renewal amongst the laity of the corporal and spiritual works of mercy that the Holy Church may prosper through this current world, and it is through the Church of our Lord that the world may be illuminated and transformed from darkness into the light.
Thus in the joy of the resurrected Lord, and in the knowledge of his constant assistance, we ask that the laity consecrate themselves to the sacred heart of our Lord, and with the strength of blessed sacraments commit themselves to proposing the message of Christ to a world that cries out in shadows. We as that you, in a hermeneutic of continuity and prayer rediscover the joy of the true faith within your own everyday lives, and in all things that you do and become as a light to the world.
With this wish we insistently ask the faithful to pray for us, that we, entrusted with this momentous burden, may not flee for fear of the wolves and so that we may with ever greater resolve and conformity to Gods will, may fulfil our duty to humanity, to the Church and to God in proclaiming the universal truth of Christ our saviour, and of his One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.
Thankyou
~ Pope Paul VI.
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We express our gratitude for your kind regards, and would make known our sympathy in regards to the recent floods. It pains us to see the land of our birth suffer under such events and the prayers of ourself and of all the Church are with the victims.
~ Pope Paul VI
To: the League of Continental Nations
From: Occitania
Regarding: The Balompie League
In the interest of soothing old wounds and furthering peaceful relations through friendly entertainment with all but the entire body of our neighbors, Occitania hereby requests admittance to the newly formed Balompie League.
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To: the Franco-Burgundian Confederation
From: Occitania
Regarding: the flood of Paris
We offer our condolences.
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To: the United Russian Empire
From: Occitania
Regarding: the Prussian Genocide
Rebels by affiliation or not... one would have thought your war had been against Prussia, not Poland. Perhaps this surprise is why so many chose to stay. And could the surviving family members of the combatants not have been allowed to board the waiting ships?
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To: the World
From: King Louis III of Occitania
Regarding: Traditional Proletarism
We do not expect even the social proletarists of Our country to gain many votes in the elections to come, but at the very least they will be allowed to stand for elections, for they respect the very freedom which voting grants. We encourage the governments of the world to ban these radical elements.
From: Occitania
Regarding: The Balompie League
In the interest of soothing old wounds and furthering peaceful relations through friendly entertainment with all but the entire body of our neighbors, Occitania hereby requests admittance to the newly formed Balompie League.
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To: the Franco-Burgundian Confederation
From: Occitania
Regarding: the flood of Paris
We offer our condolences.
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To: the United Russian Empire
From: Occitania
Regarding: the Prussian Genocide
Rebels by affiliation or not... one would have thought your war had been against Prussia, not Poland. Perhaps this surprise is why so many chose to stay. And could the surviving family members of the combatants not have been allowed to board the waiting ships?
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To: the World
From: King Louis III of Occitania
Regarding: Traditional Proletarism
We do not expect even the social proletarists of Our country to gain many votes in the elections to come, but at the very least they will be allowed to stand for elections, for they respect the very freedom which voting grants. We encourage the governments of the world to ban these radical elements.
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