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Capto Iugulum: Empires and Nations
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SPANISH ARMY INTRODUCES NEW ARTILLERY. Madrid, Empire of Spain. An innovator within the Spanish army, after serving alongside the great armies in the War of the American Presidency has developed a new style of artillery. The mobile artillery gun-howitzer is a far more agile and manageable artillery piece than its predecessors. The new style of artillery has already been purchased and used in several field tests in ongoing battlefields in the United States of America and Italy. The Spanish armed forces have attributed volumes of successes to the new pieces, which are worth more than their weight in gold on the battlefield. The agility of Spanish artillery has been viewed by other armies and nations, as the new technology begins to make its way across Europe.
RUSSIAN SETTLERS AGITATE IN NORTHERN GEORGIA. Groznaya, Georgia. The Georgians, on top of their other border tensions with Azerbaijan and the Roman Empire, have begun facing a new threat from the north. Over the past decade, a substantial number of Russian settlers from Moscowy have been flooding into the region, and have at last become a majority. At the fortified town of Groznaya, the Russians have begun agitating to turn the area over to Moscowy, dramatically increasing local tensions. The Cossacks have been at the center of these problems, as the Cossacks have continued to lead and provide the bulk of military support for the Russian settlers in the region. The Georgians have begun to carefully crack down in the area, but have been badly hindered by the excruciating efforts taken to avoid irritating the king in Moscow. (-1 Stability)
DESERTIONS GROW IN KIEV'S ARMY. Kiev, Kiev. As the Moscovites continued their relentless attacks for the third year upon the combined forces of Hungary and Kiev, the Kievans have become increasingly disillusioned with the conflict. The result has been an abhorrent number of desertions within the ranks of Kiev's army, especially as funds grow short for their payment. The devastation of the farmlands and the massive economic destruction of the war have only resulted in a destabilizing base of support for the King of Kiev. Most soldiers have grown increasingly apathetic towards the possibility of Kiev's victory in the conflict, and the result has been the abandoning of units by the thousands of soldiers. This has proven to be a boon for Moscow, as any number of possible traitors and spies have since been recruited from the disillusioned soldiers, all looking for a payday. (-2 Infantry Brigades)
REVOLT IN PRUSSIA. Konigsberg, Poland. Tensions in Poland caused by growing German nationalism have at last resulted in a major revolt in Prussia. The Germans have risen up against Polish rule in a full fledged rebellion against the king in Krakow. They have vowed to end unjust Polish reign over Prussia, hoping to achieve independence, and perhaps one day the establishment of a German nation. A momentary republic was formed in the city of Konigsberg, where the rebels centered their power, and even achieved an initial major victory against the Polish army. The volunteer army proved too strong and determined, armed with seized Polish goods to be easily crushed. Initial Polish attempts were insufficient to retake the city, and a good portion of the countryside fell to the rebels. Ultimately, a sizeable part of the expedition sent to Italy had to return from the battlefield. They immediately focused their full might upon the Prussian uprising, and with superior numbers and training, crushed the rebellion. This has done wonders for reestablishing Polish authority in Prussia, but it came at a tremendous cost in soldiers and fighters, also hindering the war effort in Italy. (+1 Stability, -8 Manpower, -4 Infantry Brigades, -2 Cavalry Brigades, -3 Artillery Brigades)
ELECTIONS IN PORTUGAL. Lisbon, Portugal. The Portuguese have held new elections this year, and the results of the War of the American Presidency proved to be the main topic of the day. The devastating loss of Portugal's many prize colonies led to the Liberals attempting to discredit the conservative regime and accuse them of losing the empire. On the other hand, the conservatives have claimed that their foresightedness and negotiations are establishing Portugal as a world power once again. They have pointed towards the recovering economy in Europe, as well as the development of the new colony of New Zealand, acquired from the British. They have also announced their support and deployment of troops to assist the European coalition in Korea and China. Surprisingly, this approach worked, as the pledge to rebuild the empire seems to gain some strength. The Portuguese involvement in Korea has proven to be unexpectedly popular, giving the conservatives yet another term of office. (+1 Stability)
DUTCH ELECTIONS. Amsterdam, Republic of the Netherlands. The Republic of the Netherlands has faced growing dissent at home, as the Patriots Party has alienated much of their base by refusing to support the revolution and government in Italy. As Turin has been long an ally by treaty to the Republic of the Netherlands, the Patriots have so far refused even a penny's worth of support or aid to the Italians. The result has been a major backlash against the Dutch government and their foreign policies. The major liberal speakers have even begun to break from the base of the party, denouncing the government and rallying support for their cause. The result was a split election as the conservatives struggled to gain an edge amid the growing political chaos. The elections took on a virulent tone as the Dutch attempted to establish a new government. The key members of the Patriots Party managed to win out, establishing themselves once more as the driving force of Dutch politics, but at a cost. (-1 Stability)
SPAIN LOSES HOLY STATUS IN PAPAL DISPUTE. Madrid, Empire of Spain. The Spanish have faced enormous distaste and anger from Pope Leo XIII last year and this year, as they initially failed to support the Catholic cause in Italy. The result has been a severe worsening of tensions and relationships between the Emperor of Spain and the Papacy. After facing this backlash, the Spanish emperor has declared that the Empire of Holy Spain is no more, removing the Holy from the nation's formal status. They are no longer recognized as the natural defender of the Catholic faith, and have faced a loss of status among nations abroad. Furthermore, this has caused some minor destabilization in the more fervent colonies of the empire, though the nobility and middle class in Spain itself have been fairly enthusiastic about this development, freeing Spanish business and aristocracy. (-1 Stability in heavily Catholic colonies)
THE WAR IN ITALY. Turin, Italy. The war between the newly unified nationalist state of Italy, and the coalition assembled by the pressure of Pope Leo XIII has continued this year. The Brothers of Italy have continued to pledge their support for the united regime, and elected representatives have already arrived in Turin from the recently annexed realms of Naples and Sicily, as well as from the territories taken from Austria. The war has entered a new phase as the Spanish begin direct intervention, consisting of a naval task force and even direct invasion of southern Italy. In the north, substantial pressure has been taken off the Italians, as the coalition turns its relentless focus upon the besieged Swiss. It is quite likely only a matter of time for the Swiss army, as they face the might of the united coalition. As before the scale of this conflict has granted it a special section below.
SPANISH ALLOW WEALTHY TO BUY WAY INTO EDUCATION. Madrid, Empire of Spain. After years of allowing only the children of the landed aristocracy to receive education at the universities of Spain, the Spanish monarchy has passed new legislation on education reform. They have instead forced universities to open doors to anyone with the wealth to pay the high costs and tuition of education. The result has been that the doors of Spain's educational institutions have been opened up to the growing middle class, as well as wealthy, untitled members of the upper classes. The reform has been lauded by the liberals, though many push for more, while it has been loudly condemned by the conservative aristocracy. They greatly resent the intrusion of less couth members of society into their private sphere of education, and have vehemently denounced the emperor for allowing such reform. (-1 Stability)
KIEV-MOSCOW WAR. Sevastopol, Kiev. The Kievan and Moscovite war has taken a dramatic turn this year, as the Scandinavian Empire directly intervenes in the conflict. The Scandinavians sent a substantial naval force to clear the sea lanes of any opposition to Moscowy's war effort in the Black Sea. The result was a significant naval confrontation, as the Scandinavians trapped the Hungarian fleet along the coast. The result was the sinking of several Hungarian warships, and the rest went fleeting back to port in Hungary. The Scandinavians have since set up base in Moscovite controlled ports, supporting any coast action with their naval artillery and preventing any further Hungarian naval involvement. In the land war, two major campaigns emerged throughout the course of the year, the fighting for Kiev in the north, and a new Moscovite campaign to take the vital city of Odessa in the south. The latter proved to be the key theater, as it began with Cossack and hussar raiders clashing along the Dnieper River, with superior Hungarian numbers ultimately winning out in those smaller conflicts. The main Moscovite army crossed the river near Kherson, with the support of the Scandinavian navy. The result was a major battle with a Hungarian force that turned out to be outnumbered five to one. With such overwhelming odds, the battle could only end one way, and it did with the utter crushing of most of the Hungarian army. The few who survived were safeguarded by the cavalry and were ultimately forced to retreat all the way back to Odessa itself. Faced with imminent disaster, the Hungarian army from the forces around Kiev headed south and managed to make it in time for the main battle, despite annoying Cossack raids. With more troops than they had before, but still being substantially outnumbered, the Hungarians stood their best, but slim, chance at beating the Moscovite army in the field. They lost the battle, but managed to inflict surprisingly harsh casualties upon Moscowy's army, greatly weakening it. The Hungarians managed to retreat across the Dniester River with relatively few problems, and have forced the Moscovites to stay in the south, rather than getting to be involved in the battles further north. Those battles were engaged as the demoralized Kievan army did their best to protect the capital from the Moscovites. With the withdrawal of most of the Hungarian army to defend Odessa, they were on their own against three times as many Moscovite soldiers. Regardless, the superiority of Kievan artillery and arms managed to inflict a hefty defeat upon the initial Moscovite attack. Regardless, the Moscovites kept on coming, and have since smashed their way through the remaining lines, destroying what remained. Kiev's army was broken, and with it, their will to fight. The Kievan monarchy has been eliminated and exiled, as Kiev is directly annexed into the holdings of Moscowy.
Casualty Lists
Hungary: 9 Infantry Brigades, 7 Cavalry Brigades, 3 Artillery Brigades, 2 Third Rate Warships
Kiev: 6 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 4 Artillery Brigades
Moscowy: 17 Infantry Brigades, 10 Cavalry Brigades, 8 Artillery Brigades
Scandinavia: 1 Oslo-class Warship
TREATY OF STETTIN. Stettin, Pomerania. Avoiding the probable threat of a war for independence, negotiations have led to a peaceful separation of the Germanic nation of Pomerania from Scandinavia. After several years of growing tension and a mostly bloodless revolution, the Pomeranians seized de facto independence last year. The Scandinavians have chosen to recognize this fait accompli with the newly signed Treaty of Stettin. The new treaty has allowed Scandinavian merchants free access and have overall preserved economic ties between the two nations. The Pomeranians have also been granted a guarantee of independence from Scandinavia, in exchange for not entering an agreement that could end the existence of the nation. This has been seen as a deliberate move against German nationalism, preserving Pomerania as a state independent against that blight. The treaty has been fairly successfully, establishing Pomerania's identity as separate from Scandinavia, and creating a new state in the Germanic region.
ELECTIONS IN POMERANIA. Stettin, Pomerania. The Pomeranian government has held their first elections this year, establishing their democratic tradition as an independent nation. Future elections are to be held every five years after this point, with the next being in 1856. Elections this year were heavily debated and disputed as the rhetoric grew heated between liberals and conservatives. Most liberals have become substantially more tied to the Germanic nationalists, but as per the treaty, began establishing an identity separate of that. The Liberal Party has pledged to grow economic ties throughout Europe, as well as ties with the republics and elected governments of the continent. The conservatives were unable to create any united platform, allowing the liberals to achieve victory. Regardless, the disputes have been virulent between both sides as they struggled for power, resulting in a bitter and hate filled political environment for the Liberal Party's first term in office. (-1 Stability)
POLAND ESTABLISHES SECRET POLICE. Krakow, Poland. After witnessing the successes of the secret police in Brandenburg, Burgundy, and Hungary, the nation of Poland has begun following suit. The Polish monarch has authorized the creation of an investigative group established to root out and destroy insidious political groups and nationalist movements. The effort has been lauded as a major step in stabilizing Poland and creating a nation safe for the old order and traditional morals. The police have set up their fairly public headquarters and even made a few high profile arrests of several notoriously outspoken Polish liberals. This has established the new Polish secret police as a force to be reckoned with, as they root out heresy and dissent among the people of Poland. (+1 Stability)
BRITAIN DEVELOPS NEW IRON HULL WARSHIPS. Liverpool, United Kingdom of Great Britain. The British Royal Navy has begun experimenting with new methods of building warships this year, plating traditional craft with iron hulls. Though the ideas have been established in theory, it has been determined that new explosive shells and weaponry are too devastating to purely wooden craft, as witnessed by the battles of the War of the American Presidency. Therefore, the British government has sponsored the development of the means and technology required to build an iron craft. No actual warships have made it onto the seas as of yet, but British engineers are supremely confident of their abilities in their craft. For now the British have a distinct edge in this field, prepared to bring a new era to warfare.
PORTUGAL SCRAPS FORTIFICATION PROJECT. Oporto, Portugal. The War of the American Presidency clearly illustrated the vulnerability of Portugal to invasion by the Empire of Spain. Worse yet, the few fortifications that had been completed in the grand project that was to assure the nation's security proved worthless in battle. After witnessing the utter failure of Portugal's completed forts and the inability of the army to defend them, the government has taken a harsh look at the planned layout of all the new forts. It was determined that due to the rapidly evolving nature of warfare and the lack of funding to actually construct any fortifications in a timely manner, that the project should be discontinued. Therefore, with this year, the Portuguese government announced that the planned construction of forts along the border with Spain has been cancelled due to lack of funding and need by the Portuguese military.
NORMAN INNOVATOR DEVELOPS NEW FIREFIGHTING TECHNOLOGY. Rouen, Normandy. A clever inventor in Normandy introduced a new steam powered firefighting engine to the streets of Rouen this year. This new engine is steam propelled and using a steam pump to deploy incredible forces of water into the heart of the hottest flames. The increased response times and efficiency of the method have allowed for far superior responses to the threat of any outbreak of fire. The inventor was inspired after the Great Rouen Fire, and has been hard at work on this ever since. It is believed that the new invention could be of great use to any firefighting service in Europe and across the world. Already, patents are pending in other states, as they go into manufacture for sale to cities throughout France and Western Europe.
SPECIAL: The War in Italy
SPANISH INVADE SOUTHERN ITALY. Naples, Italy. The entry of Spain into the growing conflict that is the war in Italy has presented the bulk of the Italian coastline to the possibility of a seaborne invasion. The Spanish have begun their own intervention in the Italian conflict with a full scale invasion of the peninsula near Naples. With Italy's army expecting an invasion around Rome, they have instead been forced to move south to oppose the surprise invading force. This gave the Spanish time to offload their entire army and establish a supply depot, securing Naples and the surrounding area. As happened last year, the Brothers of Italy kept the Italian army well informed about the movements and positions of the Spanish forces. At the Battle of Minturno, the Italians stood in the way of the Spanish advance towards Rome. Using local heights and positions, the Italians managed to win a substantial victory against the Spanish army, forcing them to retreat south back toward Naples. Sensing an opportunity to clearly and decisively end the Spanish invasion, the Italians pursued, meeting in battle to the north of the city. The Spanish, while outnumbered, possessed more and better artillery, evening the odds, and effectively destroying the Italian artillery corps in the process. The result was a stalemate, as the Spanish managed to preserve their lines, while holding back the Italian attacks. With the Italians held back, the Spanish once more attempted to regain the initiative and retake the offensive towards Rome. Without artillery, the Italians suffered heavy casualties and were in a very unfavorable situation. The Spanish pounded the Italians into oblivion, securing their position in southern Italy, and by the end of the year, threatening Rome itself.
Casualty Lists
Empire of Spain: 7 Infantry Brigades, 3 Cavalry Brigades, 3 Artillery Brigades
Italy: 10 Infantry Brigades, 3 Cavalry Brigades, 4 Artillery Brigades
INVASION OF SWITZERLAND. Zurich, Switzerland. Some of the heaviest fighting of the year took place as the coalition sought to eliminate the republic of Switzerland from the war. The armies of Paris-Burgundy launched early attacks to reclaim the passes, and these battles proved fairly difficult. The superior gunnery of the Swiss inflicted a hefty cost upon the Burgundian artillery, though ultimately the sheer numbers of the enemy army forced the Swiss to retreat. After this victory, the coalition awaited spring, and the arrival of reinforcements in the east, and a simultaneous invasion began of Switzerland from both west and east, as four great armies pushed upon Zurich. With no chance of defeating them in detail like they hoped, the Swiss were forced to retreat into their substantial fortifications around Zurich itself. The result was a brutal siege, which turned into a direct assault. The Swiss managed to inflict a heavy toll upon those attempting to destroy them, causing harsh casualties. Ultimately though, the lines were broken and Zurich was taken. After the victory, the coalition began establishing control over much of Switzerland, leaving only a small sliver of land under their control, with limited Italian support in the south. Before this could be taken, the armies of the coalition were distributed to other fronts as the war raged elsewhere.
Casualty Lists
Austria: 2 Infantry Brigades, 1 Artillery Brigade
Bavaria: 3 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 1 Artillery Brigade
Kingdoms of Paris-Burgundy: 11 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 9 Artillery Brigades
Poland: 2 Infantry Brigades, 1 Artillery Brigade
Switzerland: 12 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 5 Artillery Brigades
THE SIEGE OF TURIN. Turin, Italy. As half of the Burgundian army went north to retake the passes and crush the Swiss, the Italians watched and were well informed of these moves by local sources. This allowed them to conduct numerous ambushes and sabotage of Burgundian supply lines from the north, while their reinforcements were embroiled in the fighting in the passes and later, Zurich. With ample knowledge of the Burgundian lines and the disposition of their troops, a gap was discovered, allowing a reinforced and refreshed Italian force to overwhelm the enemy rear guard and push them back from Turin. Thanks to vastly superior numbers of artillery, the Burgundians held back the Italian forces, inflicting a devastating toll upon them. The Italians faced a major loss as they were forced to recuperate rather than totally relieve Turin as they hoped. With the Italians badly mauled by this defeat, and possessing a 6-1 artillery piece advantage, the Burgundian general made a bid to take Turin, launching a full assault. The Italians won a bloody victory, and only thanks to the espionage efforts of the Brothers of Italy. Using the siege to take position, a militia force managed to overwhelm several batteries of Burgundian guns, turning them upon other positions. This caused massive confusion among the Burgundian lines, and ultimately led to a major Italian victory, even though the guns would be recaptured. The assault was bloodily repulsed, though the siege has continued. Hopes for the Italians to drive out the Burgundians would be dashed later in the year as a massive influx of reinforcements arrived, fresh from the campaign in Switzerland. Outnumbered and badly outgunned, the Italians have been forced to take the constant shelling of Burgundian guns as their precious few artillery pieces are hidden from the onslaught.
Casualty Lists
Kingdoms of Paris-Burgundy: 13 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 7 Artillery Brigades
Italy: 9 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 3 Artillery Brigades
FIGHTING IN EASTERN ITALY. Trieste, Austria. As the Italians faced major setbacks around Turin and Zurich, other large scale fighting took place further east. Wrongfully informed of a weakly defended arrival of supplies from the Roman Empire in Trieste, the Austrians sent a small army to take the city, and marched quickly into an Italian trap. The significantly smaller Austrian army was cut off from their supply depots and forts and ultimately forced into a highly unfavorable battle. The result was the utter destruction of the Austrian army, and its forced surrender, swinging wide open the doors to the forts in the Alps. The Italian leader was quick to take advantage of this, taking the strongest of the fortifications with nary a fight in sight. This has exposed the interior of Austria to invasion and widely destabilized the region, as it seems that the Italians could be in Vienna overnight. The Austrians were saved with the end of the battle of Zurich, as the Austrians, Poles, and Bavarians fighting in Switzerland marched east to face the Italians. Despite being slightly outnumbered, the coalition was forced to launch an attack, hoping to reclaim the passes and their mountain fortifications. The result was the expected defeat, though the larger amount of allied artillery did manage to bleed the Italians more than most would have anticipated. The result has been the Italians sitting astride a dominant position, threatening the heartland of Austria.
Casualty List
Austria: 10 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 4 Artillery Brigades (-1 Stability)
Bavaria: 3 Infantry Brigades, 1 Artillery Brigade
Poland: 2 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade
Italy: 7 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 2 Artillery Brigades
FIGHTING ON THE HIGH SEAS. Palermo, Italy. The entry of Spain into the war in Italy has led to the Italians facing the fact that they are no longer able to compete in a large scale naval battle. Therefore the Italian admirals have dispersed the fleet to the various smaller ports and towns across the nation, hoping to avoid destruction. They have occasionally launched sorties against the Spanish ships and supply lines, raiding the Spanish supply ships bound for the invasion area around Naples. This has been fairly successful, but the Italians have been unable to achieve any true victories, due to the skill and capacities of the Spanish Neptuno style escorts. These ships have faced defeat only at the hands of the Dutch built vessels, which continue to avoid the larger Spanish warships. Overall, the Spanish have managed to slowly reduce the Italian fleet, despite rare occasional setbacks.
Casualty Lists
Empire of Spain: 4 Neptuno-class Warships
Italy: 6 Crescent-class Warships
News from the Americas
GENERAL ESTABLISHES AUTHORITARIAN PRESIDENCY IN CHILE. Santiago, Chile. After seizing power last year in a bloody coup and civil war, General Jose Hernandez has established a new constitution and installed himself as the new president of Chile. The new constitution grants him and his cohorts nearly absolute power in Chile, centralizing power in the army and the office of president. President Hernandez was sworn into his office in a gala ceremony, which is believed to have cost more than the year's entire revenue of Chilean taxes. The new government and regime has already set new records for corruption in Chile, as the regime squanders whatever good will they may have had by deposing the old tyrant. Needless to say, opposition papers have continued to be published and cracked down upon by the new government, which has been working to squelch any sources of dissent. (-1 Stability)
INSURGENCY CONTINUES IN YUCATAN. Belize, Empire of Spain. As Spanish troops withdraw from the region to fight in the ongoing War of the American Presidency, the Mayan insurgents have begun an effort to reclaim some lost ground. They have launched a series of high profile attacks against Spanish military forces throughout the region. These have been surprisingly successful, as the Mayans seem to constantly and consistently be several steps ahead of the Spanish at all times. They have continued to win support for their cause, particularly as rumors of Spanish atrocities against rebel prisoners have begun to infect the population. One or two Mayan camps were located, but were always abandoned before the Spanish could achieve any major victory. The Mayans have continued to rally support from the population as their war for independence continues. (-1 Infantry Brigade, -1 Artillery Brigade, -1 Stability)
ARGENTINA FACES NEW ETHNIC TENSIONS. Buenos Aires, Argentina. Over the past few years, Argentina has become overwhelmed by a substantial number of British immigrants, which have been attracted by the lucrative offers towards British settlers. The treaty formerly signed with the British Empire has clearly opened the doors for more and more of these settlers as the British become a growing influence in Argentine government and society. The result has been a significant increase in tensions as the British possess an alien culture to most Argentines, and many are not Catholic. Their increasing wealth and influence have also given them growing control in Argentine politics, creating a substantial new force. More conservative types are less than enthusiastic about this development, and have been creating a growing lobby against the British within the Argentine republic. (-1 Stability)
REGIONALISTS GAIN MORE STRENGTH IN BRAZIL. Recife, Empire of Brazil. The Brazilian government has been facing an increasing amount of regional newspapers and other sources claiming to represent the true will of the people. These organizations and popular press have begun denouncing the government, and calling for full autonomy for a number of provinces. These have been fueled by not only protests against attempts to control the institution of slavery, but also by landowners threatened by the growing proliferation of railroads. The result has been increasing reports of atrocities by the government against though supporting independence, and a destabilizing situation overall. Proponents of the regime in Rio de Janeiro have only made matters worse by threatening to shut down the newspapers causing this agitation, and building even more support for them from among the population. (-1 Stability)
WAR OF THE AMERICAN PRESIDENCY SLACKENS. Washington D.C., United States of America. The War of the American Presidency has clearly hit a lesser portion of the conflict, as the American factions regroup and rebuild from several years of serious campaigning. The Spanish have continued their involvement, promising great rewards to President Scott, as it seems the Floridians could at last be extinguished with their secessionist movement. The Spanish and American force has been hard at work throughout the southern United States, attempting to restore central governance and create a stronger base for the upcoming final campaigns in the northeast. The governors have continued their efforts to wrest the northeast and Maryland away from President Scott, and could well achieve some sort of victory. Regardless, the United States has grown increasingly exhausted by war, and it seems that the end must be sight, or at least so the American people hope. As before, a special section has been provided for this epic conflict.
BRAZIL DEVELOPS NEW WARSHIP. Rio de Janeiro, Empire of Brazil. The experiences of the War of the American Presidency and the action of the Brazilian navy in that grand conflict have led to great strides in local production. Thanks to ongoing efforts to establish new shipyards and growing prosperity from naval construction, the Brazilians have developed the expertise to create their own new warship. Comparable to the Dutch Virjheid style of building warships, the new Brazilian Malicioso style of warship is much more competitive in open seas warfare. The new Brazilian ships have yet to be tested in battle, but many believe that they will compare favorable to all but the largest of Spanish and British warships.
URUGUAY ESTABLISHES NEW CONSTITUTION. Montevideo, Uruguay. After the intervention last year by Paraguay, Argentina, and Brazil, a Uruguayan coalition has been supervising the establishment of a new system of government. A new republican constitution has been forged by this committee, with the help of political thinkers from Argentina and Brazil, hoping to prevent further turmoil like that of the past decade. The result has been a constitution formed upon the lines of that of Argentina, though with the same political parties and organization of the Empire of Brazil. The first elections are scheduled to be held in 1852, and every four years following that, as they strive to establish a new tradition of democracy. The new constitution has been applauded by Uruguay's neighbors, hoping that this could be the final step to creating everlasting peace in the southern regions of South America. (+1 Stability)
BRAZIL PASSES NEW SLAVE LAWS. Rio de Janeiro, Empire of Brazil. Under the encouragement of the emperor, the Congress of Brazil has passed a series of acts and laws which have created new security and legislation for the treatment of slaves. The new laws forbid the physical abuse of slaves on plantations and have afforded them at least some rights under the law should these acts be violated. This has been pushed forward by urban politician attempting to prevent the treatment of slaves as animals or mere livestock, as stories of the horrors of the crossing from Africa make their way among the educated elite of Brazil. It has been clearly emphasized that these are not a move against the institution of slavery itself, just at the method of its practice. This has prevented any real resistance being created against the act, though it has gained some substantial support for the regime from the cities. (+1 Stability)
ARGENTINA BEGINS DEVELOPING NAVAL CAPABILITIES. Buenos Aires, Argentina. The growing alliance and friendship between the governments of Brazil and Argentina has opened new doors for the growing naval arm of the Argentine military. Witnessing the success of Brazilian efforts to establish themselves as a naval power on the Atlantic Ocean, the Argentines have hoped to follow in their northern neighbors' footsteps. Therefore they have authorized the construction of new shipyards and port facilities, creating a new infrastructure for the development of their navy. This has included an in-house naval academy for the training of an officer corps and captains for the navy, with hired instructors from the Empire of Brazil and the United Kingdom. It is hoped that by the time of the project's completion that it will dramatically improve the quality of the Argentine Republic's navy.
ECUADOR BEGINS PAVING EFFORT. Quito, Ecuador. Faced with growing internal dissent and problems abroad, the king of Ecuador has viewed the plight of his people and has been greatly moved. King Simon has therefore determined that to alleviate the problems of urban life, to pave the roads of the towns and cities of Ecuador. The project has been focused upon the capital of Quito, as well as a number of other towns, hoping to end the strife which has plagued the nation. The Ecuadorians have so far been apathetic to the king's efforts, though they have been grateful for the minor economic boosts the project is set to bring. The hopes are that these efforts may establish Ecuador as a modern nation like those in Europe and elsewhere in the Americas.
SPECIAL: War of the American Presidency
END OF INDEPENDENT FLORIDA. San Antonio, United States of America. The Spanish have thrown enormous force into the elimination of Florida from the theater, along with substantial support from President Scott. The result has been overwhelming odds, and most of Florida east of the Mississippi River has been abandoned to the American forces. The Spanish had two armies deployed to end the Floridian government, one landing on the coast from Cuba, and the other crossing the Grand River to advance upon San Antonio by land. The Floridian army attempted to meet the coastal landing outright, hoping to destroy the smaller army before they could be reinforced by the land invasion. They did manage to achieve a major victory, smashing the Spanish army, but not routing them. Ultimately the rest of the Spanish army did arrive, and the Floridians were faced with highly unfavorable odds in yet another battle for the capital. After a bloody battle, ultimately the Floridian army was routed and forced to surrender, and without their army, the government in San Antonio was forced to surrender to a combined Spanish and American delegation. The leaders of the Floridian government have been imprisoned to await sentencing at Scott's leisure.
Casualty Lists
Empire of Spain: 5 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 2 Artillery Brigades
Florida: 6 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 3 Artillery Brigades
END OF THE CHEROKEE NATION. New Echolta, United States of America. The crushing defeat of the secessionist government in Florida has led to the opening of the door for a new invasion of the Cherokee Nation. The Spanish army has been united with a smaller American force to lead the way into the crushing of the Native American state. The Spanish were convinced to join in a major assault upon the Cherokee, hoping to end the second major threat to Scott's regime in the South. The result was a massive battle as the full Cherokee army attempted to stand against the might of the Spanish and Americans united. The result was what was expected, with the overwhelming numbers and superior training of the Spanish bringing about a humiliating defeat for the Cherokee. With their army smashed and no defenses remaining, the Cherokee government was forced to step down, and their leaders have been imprisoned alongside those who once led the Floridian nation.
Casualty Lists
Empire of Spain: 2 Infantry Brigades, 1 Artillery Brigade
United States of America (Scott Faction): 1 Infantry Brigade, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 1 Artillery Brigade
Cherokee Nation: 4 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 3 Artillery Brigades
NEW INVASION OF MAINE AND NOVA SCOTIA. Bangor, United States of America. As the main American armies clashed further south, the governors have once more begun an attempt to reclaim Maine and Nova Scotia. It has been hoped that the recovery of these states will lead to an economic edge allowing them to once more truly compete against the armies of President Scott. They sent a substantial force into Maine, facing only lackluster resistance from a local army. A lack of any artillery gave a major edge to the governors' army, allowing them to initially push decisively east. They won their first major battle, forcing Scott's army out of Maine, and recovering that state to their cause. The following invasion of Nova Scotia initially did suffer setbacks in one or two smaller skirmishes, but the far larger gubernatorial army ultimately captured Halifax and forced Scott's supporters to flee Nova Scotia. This has been hailed as a decisive victory for the gubernatorial cause, securing the northeastern flank from further attacks.
Casualty Lists
United States of America (Scott Faction): 2 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades
United States of America (Gubernatorial Faction): 2 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade
FIGHTING IN MARYLAND. Baltimore, United States of America. Rather than pushing straight on to Washington D.C., the army of the governors has instead begun focusing on securing Maryland overall. The result was a direct approach upon Baltimore, hoping to once more force a major battle against the smaller army of President Scott. After several smaller skirmishes, the army of President Scott managed to win a major victory over the attacking army of the governors, crushing the invasion and securing their position against the invaders. The result was a fairly decisive determination that Maryland is securely under the control of President Scott, and that the tide has clearly shifted in his favor. With this major defeat, it seems that the governors are now preparing themselves for a new invasion of the north, possibly by a rejuvenated and larger army, reinforced by the Spanish empire.
Casualty Lists
United States of America (Scott Faction): 4 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 2 Artillery Brigades
United States of America (Gubernatorial Faction): 7 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 4 Artillery Brigades
FALL OF THE MIDWEST. Pontiac, United Sates of America. As the majority of the governors' army remained fixated upon the northeast and Baltimore, the army of President Scott managed some substantial gains further west. With the support of some local militias and facing only other smaller militia forces, a small army under General Lee managed to win a series of skirmishes, granting them control over Michigan, Ohio, and occupied Virginia. This has been a major setback to the cause of the governors, pushing them back into Pennsylvania and exposing them to an offensive campaign from the west or the south. After recovering from the loss outside of Baltimore, reinforcements did arrive to halt this advance, but the damage had already been done, giving the armies of Scott a dominating position.
Casualty List
United States of America (Scott Faction): 1 Infantry Brigade
News from Africa and the Middle East
BRITAIN BLOCKADES SOUTH AFRICA. Cape Town, South Africa. After last year's declaration of independence by South Africa, the British have been quick to respond against this upstart republic. They have declared a full naval blockade of the wayward colony, pledging to restore British rule. They have expressed their hopes that the South Africans will reconcile without the need for further bloodshed, but this has been met with no real success. The British blockade has been occasionally challenged by South African ships, and due to the nature of the local seas, have found it difficult to contain. The South Africans, using their own ships build locally thanks to previously built shipyards, have managed to win several minor victories against the smaller escort ships of the British navy. Many foreign observers suggest that this could be a prelude to a later full scale British invasion of South Africa.
Casualty Lists
South Africa: 3 Second Rate Warships
United Kingdom of Great Britain: 2 Monarch-class Warships
News from the Far East
COALITION WAR IN KOREA. Seoul, Korea. The coalition in Korea has continued to expand their holdings on the peninsula and develop their position against the Ascendants and Koreans. This was aided by the arrival of the Portuguese, who have joined the coalition. The outbreak of war further south with Spanish and British invasions have given the coalition an unexpected advantage in the fighting in Korea. There were only a few initial battles between the Chinese and the coalition, which resulted in several smaller victories in the siege of Seoul. The invasions in the south resulted in the full retreat of the Chinese from Korea, and the king of Korea refused to depart, despite Chinese insistence. This left the Koreans alone against the invading coalition, and the result was inevitable. After several months, the Korean lines collapsed under heavy artillery fire and attack. The destruction of their army left little remaining chance to the Korean nation, and the king was captured by the advancing coalition army. The Japanese have
Casualty Lists
Ascendant's Kingdom of Holy China: 17 Infantry Brigades, 3 Cavalry Brigades
Korea: 6 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 6 Artillery Brigades
Denmark: 2 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade
Japan: 2 Infantry Brigades, 2 Cavalry Brigades, 1 Artillery Brigade
Kingdoms of Paris-Burgundy: 1 Infantry Brigade, 1 Artillery Brigade
Poland: 1 Infantry Brigade
Portugal: 1 Infantry Brigade
Republic of the Netherlands: 1 Artillery Brigade
Scandinavia: 3 Infantry Brigades
SPANISH INVADE CHINA. Guangzhou, Ascendant's Kingdom of Holy China. After the first few battles took place between the coalition in Korea and the Chinese, word filtered north of a Spanish invasion along the Pearl River. The Chinese soon rushed as quickly as they could out of Korea to defend the sacred homeland, heading south to crush the invasion. Though a much larger British invasion came out of Vietnam, the Spanish were viewed as the initial first threat to eliminate by the local Chinese generals. The Spanish landed at the ruins of the abandoned British trading port of Hong Kong, which had been razed during the late war among the emperors. They had several months to prepare fortified positions, digging in against the possibility of counterattack. Therefore, when the Chinese arrived, they faced a dug in Spanish army. Unfortunately, the Spanish faced nearly twenty Chinese soldiers to every one of their own. The Chinese immediately threw themselves against the Spanish fortifications, but found themselves devastated by artillery fire, and then found themselves outmatched in the melee. Numbers would win the day regardless, and the Spanish troops would be overwhelmed by the Chinese. A valiant rear guard action would allow at least some of the Spanish army to escape, though they suffered severe casualties in their invasion, retreating back to Manila.
Casualty Lists
Ascendant's Kingdom of Holy China: 23 Infantry Brigades, 5 Cavalry Brigades, 3 Artillery Brigades
Empire of Spain: 4 Infantry Brigades, 3 Cavalry Brigades, 2 Artillery Brigades
BRITISH INVADE CHINA. Guangzhou, Ascendant's Kingdom of Holy China. The second major invasion of China took place further south, as a massive British army crossed the border from Vietnam, braving rough terrain to retake territories formerly controlled by the British puppet emperor of Guangzhou. The British army was the largest European force to yet arrive in China in history, hoping to win a decisive victory against the Ascendants. After their victory over the Spanish, the Ascendants have marched south to meet the British in bloody battle. The British possessed a massive artillery corps which allowed them to gain a major advantage, tearing apart the Chinese lines before they could even get close to fighting. The remaining British soldiers then devastated the enemy ranks with small arms fire, rarely having to fight in melee combat at all. The Chinese were utterly beaten, though through sheer determination, they did manage to break the British lines in a few places, inflicting some casualties and confusion in the rear. Regardless, the British have won the day and with it, secured a solid slice of southern China.
Casualty Lists
Ascendant's Kingdom of Holy China: 31 Infantry Brigades, 3 Cavalry Brigades
United Kingdom of Great Britain: 5 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 2 Artillery Brigades
BURMA-SIAMESE WAR ENDS IN BURMESE VICTORY. Bangkok, Siam. The brutal war between Siam and Burma came to a violent conclusion this year with a major battle launching the Burmese invasion of Siam. With Siam's army badly outnumbered after last year's defeats in their invasion of Burma, they were greatly suffering in terms of their military power. King Rama III himself led the defense of his kingdom, rallying the army into a major battle, perhaps the largest one of the war. The resulting battle was a disaster, after the king was killed by stray artillery fire, leading to the collapse and rout of his army. The Burmese quickly followed up upon their victory, marching into Bangkok and forcing the new King Rama IV to give up a number of border provinces and villages to Burma. Furthermore, the remnants of the Siamese navy have been seized by Burma, creating their own naval force and a strong presence upon the Indian Ocean.
Casualty Lists
Burma: 5 Infantry Brigades, 2 Artillery Brigades
Siam: 11 Infantry Brigades, 1 Cavalry Brigade, 6 Artillery Brigades
Financial Section
JAMAICA OPENS FOR BUSINESS. Kingston, Jamaica. After signing a new treaty for trade with the Empire of Spain, the island nation of Jamaica has completely broken away from its old agreement with the United Kingdom of Great Britain. The Jamaican government has begun selling its sugar and resources to Spanish business, as well as opening trade doors to all other nations. This has helped establish Jamaica overnight as a growing trading power in the Caribbean. They have begun lucrative trading with various European governments, attempting to push their goods into new markets in Western and Eastern Europe. They have been welcomed predominantly in Normandy and Poland but have found ample supporters and partners across the continent.
ECONOMIC FLUCTUATION REPORT. Madrid, Empire of Spain.
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Random Stat Changes and Fluctuations
Random Naval Deterioration in Ecuador: -1 Navy Quality
Bumper crop of skilled military officers in Pomerania: +1 Army Quality, +1 Navy Quality
Diplomatic Pouch
OOC
I'd heartily recommend at this point that some sort of discussion be opened among the European coalition and Britain to discuss what is to be done with China, assuming you achieve a major victory. I know you've been focused on winning the war, but I'd highly suggest you figure this out now, as it'll save us all much pain later.
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Kentharu
Zebra Commander
From The Ascendent Kingdoms of Holy China
To The European Coalition in Korea
Though are loathe to surrender Korea we see there is no other way. We propose peace at current borders and a garuntee that Japan and the Coalition will no longer raid Chinese ports and give up all claims of aiding pretenders to the Mandate of Heaven. The Chinese will give the same garuntee with respect to Korea and to Japan (meaning no raids, no attempt to claim the Korean throne).
To United Kindom of Great Britain
Remove your forces immediately. You have no claim to our land and no false Emperor with which to back up said claim. Your presence on sacred Chinese soil will only end in your destruction.
ooc: I'll be available for diplo on aim, MSN and #nes.
Aweome update EQ
To The European Coalition in Korea
Though are loathe to surrender Korea we see there is no other way. We propose peace at current borders and a garuntee that Japan and the Coalition will no longer raid Chinese ports and give up all claims of aiding pretenders to the Mandate of Heaven. The Chinese will give the same garuntee with respect to Korea and to Japan (meaning no raids, no attempt to claim the Korean throne).
To United Kindom of Great Britain
Remove your forces immediately. You have no claim to our land and no false Emperor with which to back up said claim. Your presence on sacred Chinese soil will only end in your destruction.
ooc: I'll be available for diplo on aim, MSN and #nes.
Aweome update EQ
Crezth
i knew you were a real man of the left
To: Ascendant's Kingdom of China
From: The United Kingdom of Great Britain
You are a terror and a blight upon the region. We shall not yield.
From: The United Kingdom of Great Britain
You are a terror and a blight upon the region. We shall not yield.
Milarqui
Deity
Speech before the Nobles of the Empire of Spain, reunited in the Imperial Throne Room, in the Royal Palace in Madrid
We know that you are angry at the fact that We ordered the wealthy people to be allowed to enter the Imperial Universities and Academies, but, We ask of you, please hear our words, on why We decided this.
In this world we are living now, everything is in constant flux. Every year, every month, indeed every day, someone manages to develop a new idea, an idea that can change everything. And, unfortunately, despite our best efforts and desires, we only see that Spain is slowly losing its standing in the world, despite its past of great culture and science.
It stands to reason that allowing more people to attend the Imperial Universities and Academies will increase the number of people that can invent things that will benefit our beloved Empire. However, this is not the only benefit. As you, or your sons will soon notice, these new additions will give something that there would be no other way to gain. Competition.
We are sure that those that have attended the Imperial Universities and Academies are of great intelllect, but we are also sure that those who are now being allowed to attend are also quite intelligent. The presence of more students means that they will feel compelled to do better, to study harder, to work more, as they will have more people to be compared with. This will give the Spanish society more people of great intelligence, with better studies, with greater knowledge of how the world around them works, that will be able to produce more ideas that will benefit the nation.
We are sure that your sons will be able to prevail in this new situation, but We hope that you will see how this will benefit both you and the nation. This is, indeed, a moment that can truly make our nation even greater than what it is right now.
So, We ask you these questions: will you just sit and complain about how things are not the same as they were in the times of our parents? Or will you choose to accept that change happens, and that the best way to face it is to work with it instead of against it?
OOC: Cool update! Worst things are the loss of stability due to increasing the number of people that can access higher education (will this speech convince the conservatives to accept?) and the fact that I got destroyed in China. Not to mention those stupid Mayans.
We know that you are angry at the fact that We ordered the wealthy people to be allowed to enter the Imperial Universities and Academies, but, We ask of you, please hear our words, on why We decided this.
In this world we are living now, everything is in constant flux. Every year, every month, indeed every day, someone manages to develop a new idea, an idea that can change everything. And, unfortunately, despite our best efforts and desires, we only see that Spain is slowly losing its standing in the world, despite its past of great culture and science.
It stands to reason that allowing more people to attend the Imperial Universities and Academies will increase the number of people that can invent things that will benefit our beloved Empire. However, this is not the only benefit. As you, or your sons will soon notice, these new additions will give something that there would be no other way to gain. Competition.
We are sure that those that have attended the Imperial Universities and Academies are of great intelllect, but we are also sure that those who are now being allowed to attend are also quite intelligent. The presence of more students means that they will feel compelled to do better, to study harder, to work more, as they will have more people to be compared with. This will give the Spanish society more people of great intelligence, with better studies, with greater knowledge of how the world around them works, that will be able to produce more ideas that will benefit the nation.
We are sure that your sons will be able to prevail in this new situation, but We hope that you will see how this will benefit both you and the nation. This is, indeed, a moment that can truly make our nation even greater than what it is right now.
So, We ask you these questions: will you just sit and complain about how things are not the same as they were in the times of our parents? Or will you choose to accept that change happens, and that the best way to face it is to work with it instead of against it?
OOC: Cool update! Worst things are the loss of stability due to increasing the number of people that can access higher education (will this speech convince the conservatives to accept?) and the fact that I got destroyed in China. Not to mention those stupid Mayans.
OOC: You enacted my orders all wrong. I said to withdraw from Turin into the passes - not just move half my army back - and then hold the Italians there while using almost all the army to attack Switzerland, and I said to resume the siege of Turin once the Swiss were defeated, which is nothing like what happened. And I would have said if I had wanted my army to try to storm Turin. When I say a "siege" I mean a "siege", not an assault. And why are these Austrians so stupid? Attacking Trieste with insufficient forces was insane. Mounting a counteroffensive against the Italian lines with inferior forces rather than staying put when the reinforcements arrived was also insane. I know you're trying to make the NPCs act like they don't know everything that's going on and so that they have human error, but still, these Austrians seem to be completely ignorant of how to wage war.
Also the story in the Update about Korea breaks off in mid-sentence and therefore makes no sense.
Also the story in the Update about Korea breaks off in mid-sentence and therefore makes no sense.
Quisani
Gaming Person
OCC:
What he's saying is that the Japanese have THE Casualty Lists.
Though, EQ, if Japan has something else, I'd be curious to hear about it.
What he's saying is that the Japanese have THE Casualty Lists.
Though, EQ, if Japan has something else, I'd be curious to hear about it.
@spryllino: The withdrawal from Turin was the largest part of your army as said with your orders. Those holding the rear guard are the ones involved in smashing the Italians. When the main army arrived, the numbers were heavily imbalanced in your favor. Therefore, because after reading your orders and seeing no statement in your orders NOT to attack the city if you had overwhelming force, I figured that the commander on the scene could make a gamble. It was hardly a disaster. As for Austria, as it turns out, one of Austria's close and powerful allies gave them information that Trieste was filled with supplies and that they should attack quickly and their spies believed that it was weakly defended. The result is in the update.
As for Korea good catch. I was somewhat sleepy at that point. It's supposed to be something along the lines of "Japan has assumed temporary direct control of Korea"
As for Korea good catch. I was somewhat sleepy at that point. It's supposed to be something along the lines of "Japan has assumed temporary direct control of Korea"
TheLastJacobite
No Commies
To World
From Moscowy
With the addition of Kiev to our nation, King Constantine II is proud to announce the creation of a glorious new Russian Empire. Within this new Empire, all Russians will be welcomed and protected by Emperor Constantine. As a united nation, we shall forge together a strong and powerful empire that shall become a beacon for all the world!
To Citizens of Kiev
From Russian Empire
Though we found ourselves at war in recent years, know that we think of you as our brothers and sisters. The Emperor will begin work immediately to rebuild damages done by both sides in the war and will work to ensure such damage never again touches either of our lands
To Hungary
From Russian Empire
Your soldiers have fought bravely for many years. Yet, in that time, you have lost at least a quarter and in some instances nearly half your total army fighting us. We have no desire for further war, nor do the people of Kiev. If you keep fighting, you will not be aiding an erstwhile ally, but invading our nation and we will not stand for such an attack. If your troops should cross over our border, we will continue this war until such a time as you no longer pose a threat to our new empire. However, if you agree to peace at current borders, we will consider the matter settled
To Georgia, Novgorod
From Russian Empire
Brothers! For the first time in history, the Russian peoples are united! Let us throw off the shackles of separation! Join our glorious Empire and together as one we shall strive forward in our march to destiny!
From Moscowy
With the addition of Kiev to our nation, King Constantine II is proud to announce the creation of a glorious new Russian Empire. Within this new Empire, all Russians will be welcomed and protected by Emperor Constantine. As a united nation, we shall forge together a strong and powerful empire that shall become a beacon for all the world!
To Citizens of Kiev
From Russian Empire
Though we found ourselves at war in recent years, know that we think of you as our brothers and sisters. The Emperor will begin work immediately to rebuild damages done by both sides in the war and will work to ensure such damage never again touches either of our lands
To Hungary
From Russian Empire
Your soldiers have fought bravely for many years. Yet, in that time, you have lost at least a quarter and in some instances nearly half your total army fighting us. We have no desire for further war, nor do the people of Kiev. If you keep fighting, you will not be aiding an erstwhile ally, but invading our nation and we will not stand for such an attack. If your troops should cross over our border, we will continue this war until such a time as you no longer pose a threat to our new empire. However, if you agree to peace at current borders, we will consider the matter settled
To Georgia, Novgorod
From Russian Empire
Brothers! For the first time in history, the Russian peoples are united! Let us throw off the shackles of separation! Join our glorious Empire and together as one we shall strive forward in our march to destiny!
Lord of Elves
Suede-Denim Secret Police
- Joined
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From: Empire of Scandinavia
To: Hungary
CC: Russian Empire
As our intervention in the Black Sea was for the purpose of bringing this economically-destructive, unnecessary war to an end, our interest in peace continues. We propose that Hungary accept the Russian offer of peace at current borders, but are willing to mediate some form of compromise that achieves the goals of both parties.
To: Hungary
CC: Russian Empire
As our intervention in the Black Sea was for the purpose of bringing this economically-destructive, unnecessary war to an end, our interest in peace continues. We propose that Hungary accept the Russian offer of peace at current borders, but are willing to mediate some form of compromise that achieves the goals of both parties.
Crezth
i knew you were a real man of the left
To: Russian Empire
From: The United Kingdom of Great Britain
Congratulations on the forging of your new nation. May Russia and her people stand tall and prosperous for all eternity.
From: The United Kingdom of Great Britain
Congratulations on the forging of your new nation. May Russia and her people stand tall and prosperous for all eternity.
Luckymoose
The World is Mine
TO: Chile
FROM: Empire of Brazil
Your dictatorial regime will stand down and hold free and fair elections for the Chilean people or you will meet the same fate as the dictator of Uruguay. Your chains on liberty will be broken by the people.
TO: Uruguay
FROM: Empire of Brazil
Congratulations on your new constitution. Our security forces will retreat from your lands as soon as the Uruguayan people choose it.
FROM: Empire of Brazil
Your dictatorial regime will stand down and hold free and fair elections for the Chilean people or you will meet the same fate as the dictator of Uruguay. Your chains on liberty will be broken by the people.
TO: Uruguay
FROM: Empire of Brazil
Congratulations on your new constitution. Our security forces will retreat from your lands as soon as the Uruguayan people choose it.
To: Pope Leo XII
From: Poland
CC: Spain
We believe the Empire of Spain has shown why they were previously the Holy Empire of Spain before you revoked their title, and we suggest that you restore them this honor. It would only increase the zeal of Spain's soldiers, who have often fought in the name of God, and truly deserve this back.
To: Burma
From: Poland
Again, we are truly sorry for withdrawing, but we are glad you managed to triumph without our help. We hope you will prosper in spite of this chaotic world.
From: Poland
CC: Spain
We believe the Empire of Spain has shown why they were previously the Holy Empire of Spain before you revoked their title, and we suggest that you restore them this honor. It would only increase the zeal of Spain's soldiers, who have often fought in the name of God, and truly deserve this back.
To: Burma
From: Poland
Again, we are truly sorry for withdrawing, but we are glad you managed to triumph without our help. We hope you will prosper in spite of this chaotic world.
Crezth
i knew you were a real man of the left
OOC: Is Poland insinuating that the Pope was mistaken? Blasphemy.
ooc: I'm trying to say that Spain has redeemed itself, or is at least trying to (and probably will).
I have a case of, as my friend put it, "after-school brain." After writing 10 paragraphs in one day, I tend to not care what I say all that much.
I have a case of, as my friend put it, "after-school brain." After writing 10 paragraphs in one day, I tend to not care what I say all that much.
Grandkhan
Telvanni Master Wizard
Excerpts from the Memoirs of Carlos Garcia, Personal Aide to Presidente Carlos Rivera
Chapter 68: The Completion of the Scheme, and, the End of an Era
I was present on the 28th of April, 1852, on the anniversary of New Spanish independence, on that momentous occasion when the Scheme was completed. After many, many years of toil, throughout the blockade of New Spain, the bonecrushing labour, the men who spend their adult lives up until now working on the route, the Rivera Transport Scheme was finally ready to be opened. The Presidente himself banged in the last nail, to an audience of the men who'd worked on it, the reporters, and dignitaries and businessmen from around the world who travelled to New Spain to see the work completed and to make profit from it. Countless amounts of pesos had been poured into the project, but finally, it was complete.
"My people..." Carlos Rivera said, after he had symbolically finished the project. "My people... our work... is done. Now, it is faster than ever to move through our fair land... New Spain shall be a new, fast way to move goods across the... world. A new era has dawned... now... it is our time to reap the profits." The celebration that was thrown rivalled any in New Spain before it, dwarfing even the celebrations that had happened after the Treaty of Managua with the Spanish Empire. Indeed, the ball that was thrown at the Presidential Palace was talked about for months afterwards. For myself it was a particularly momentous occasion; it was there that my future wife, Esmerelda Castro, finally accepted my request for a dance.
The morning afterwards, myself recovering from a copious hangover, but Presidente Rivera as slow and conscious as ever, we found ourselves in his office. After requesting a certain specific style of folder, for it was better to make pyramids with, the Presidente looked up at me and said something that was possibly the most profound thing to ever come out of his mouth, and most likely, more profound than any of the words of any New Spanish philosopher since.
"We have won, Carlos." he said.
"Won, Presidente?" I replied, not sure where he was going or what he had won.
"Look out the window, in that direction, Carlos. Tell me what you see."
"I see... the San Jose river, and the ports that we have built for the Rivera Scheme."
"Do you know what I see, Carlos?" he said, smiling.
"No, Presidente."
"I see triumph. I see our victory, and what will put us on the map."
"I'm sorry, Presidente. I don't understand."
"When we defeated Spain in the war of Independence, what did we win? Freedom, yes. Land, yes. But they forced their treaties on us, and their laws, and their businessmen roamed unrestricted. We won the war of battles and combat, but not the war that came afterwards. The war of businessmen, of words, of treaties and negotiations and pride, Carlos. The war of pride."
"I'm sorry, sir. I still don't get it." I said, confused.
"What did the Spanish do when we said we would built the Rivera Scheme?" Rivera said, looking at me.
"They threatened us. Their businessmen obstructed us at every turn, and threw up all the barriers they could."
"And when we sought to expel them?"
"They blockaded us, until we allowed them to return."
"Ah, but, they promised to force their businessmen to backdown. We got exactly what we wanted, but we had to suffer through the blockade. They blockaded us, but we won. They world obstructed us at every turn, but the Scheme is complete. That, Carlos, is victory. We have won the war of words and pride. Now, New Spain is truly victorious. For before, we won our freedom from the Empire. But now we have won economic freedom, and the right to work in peace. That, my friend, is a victory that few nations ever win."
It was truly a profound statement, and left me gaping in awe, and it was then that I realised what the Scheme represented to the nation of New Spain. Not more pesos, or faster good transportation - it was pride, and freedom, and the ability to construct something momentous that all nations took as a sign of their power. The Rivera Transport Scheme was not just a canal and some roads - it was New Spain's freedom and labours come to fruition.
These were the last words that Presidente said to me. The stresses of the past years had taken a great toll on him - he had lost much weight and become grey long before his time. That night, he suffered a stroke, and lost his ability to speak. He died three days later.
Chapter 69: Presidente Carlos Rivera, in Retrospect
I was fortunate enough to be with the Presidente when he died, along with his wife. He had no children - the saying was that the entire country was his offspring, and could not afford to keep any more. His funeral was solemn and quiet, and it saddened me to see that few attended - merely his wife, some relatives, and the men of his staff. The Congreso loathed Rivera, due to the fact that he spent nearly 20 years keeping all power out of his hands, and all the Deputies declined to attend, while the man had few personal friends. But it was when I left the cemetery that I was struck by the crowd of ordinary citizens who had gathered for a candlelit vigil...
... It is hard to come to a conclusion on the man that was Carlos Rivera. On the one hand, he had is obvious flaws. These were not apparent to those who saw him from afar - the Presidente was renowned as a glorious figure among the people. But up close, he was slow, somewhat arrogant, and dim. He was a prodigious glutton, and was weak to the pleasures of food and alcohol. He mistrusted his officials, and was keen to hog power to himself, contributing to the castration of the Congreso. However, despite these personal flaws, he was also kind, and had a habit of deep thought and the ability to see what things truly represented. Despite his slow, ponderous, dimwitted nature he was capable of truly great insights, and was also, somehow, a shrewd politician. But more importantly, he was obstinate and determined, and had pledged to throw down every single obstacle in his way in his quest to better New Spain. I fear I have thrown a different light on Rivera - few of his biographers have really shown his gluttonous and dimwitted side, and the reader may be convinced by this account that he was a horrible person and a failure as a leader. But it is crucial to note that it is not by his personality that a ruler must be remembered - it is by his works. Carlos Rivera, hero of the New Spanish War of Independence, Writer of the Constitution, Presidente of New Spain since its inception till his death, has to his legacy an entire nation, a strong and rigid constitution, and the greatest feat of engineering in the New World, and it is for that that he must be remembered.
Chapter 68: The Completion of the Scheme, and, the End of an Era
I was present on the 28th of April, 1852, on the anniversary of New Spanish independence, on that momentous occasion when the Scheme was completed. After many, many years of toil, throughout the blockade of New Spain, the bonecrushing labour, the men who spend their adult lives up until now working on the route, the Rivera Transport Scheme was finally ready to be opened. The Presidente himself banged in the last nail, to an audience of the men who'd worked on it, the reporters, and dignitaries and businessmen from around the world who travelled to New Spain to see the work completed and to make profit from it. Countless amounts of pesos had been poured into the project, but finally, it was complete.
"My people..." Carlos Rivera said, after he had symbolically finished the project. "My people... our work... is done. Now, it is faster than ever to move through our fair land... New Spain shall be a new, fast way to move goods across the... world. A new era has dawned... now... it is our time to reap the profits." The celebration that was thrown rivalled any in New Spain before it, dwarfing even the celebrations that had happened after the Treaty of Managua with the Spanish Empire. Indeed, the ball that was thrown at the Presidential Palace was talked about for months afterwards. For myself it was a particularly momentous occasion; it was there that my future wife, Esmerelda Castro, finally accepted my request for a dance.
The morning afterwards, myself recovering from a copious hangover, but Presidente Rivera as slow and conscious as ever, we found ourselves in his office. After requesting a certain specific style of folder, for it was better to make pyramids with, the Presidente looked up at me and said something that was possibly the most profound thing to ever come out of his mouth, and most likely, more profound than any of the words of any New Spanish philosopher since.
"We have won, Carlos." he said.
"Won, Presidente?" I replied, not sure where he was going or what he had won.
"Look out the window, in that direction, Carlos. Tell me what you see."
"I see... the San Jose river, and the ports that we have built for the Rivera Scheme."
"Do you know what I see, Carlos?" he said, smiling.
"No, Presidente."
"I see triumph. I see our victory, and what will put us on the map."
"I'm sorry, Presidente. I don't understand."
"When we defeated Spain in the war of Independence, what did we win? Freedom, yes. Land, yes. But they forced their treaties on us, and their laws, and their businessmen roamed unrestricted. We won the war of battles and combat, but not the war that came afterwards. The war of businessmen, of words, of treaties and negotiations and pride, Carlos. The war of pride."
"I'm sorry, sir. I still don't get it." I said, confused.
"What did the Spanish do when we said we would built the Rivera Scheme?" Rivera said, looking at me.
"They threatened us. Their businessmen obstructed us at every turn, and threw up all the barriers they could."
"And when we sought to expel them?"
"They blockaded us, until we allowed them to return."
"Ah, but, they promised to force their businessmen to backdown. We got exactly what we wanted, but we had to suffer through the blockade. They blockaded us, but we won. They world obstructed us at every turn, but the Scheme is complete. That, Carlos, is victory. We have won the war of words and pride. Now, New Spain is truly victorious. For before, we won our freedom from the Empire. But now we have won economic freedom, and the right to work in peace. That, my friend, is a victory that few nations ever win."
It was truly a profound statement, and left me gaping in awe, and it was then that I realised what the Scheme represented to the nation of New Spain. Not more pesos, or faster good transportation - it was pride, and freedom, and the ability to construct something momentous that all nations took as a sign of their power. The Rivera Transport Scheme was not just a canal and some roads - it was New Spain's freedom and labours come to fruition.
These were the last words that Presidente said to me. The stresses of the past years had taken a great toll on him - he had lost much weight and become grey long before his time. That night, he suffered a stroke, and lost his ability to speak. He died three days later.
Chapter 69: Presidente Carlos Rivera, in Retrospect
I was fortunate enough to be with the Presidente when he died, along with his wife. He had no children - the saying was that the entire country was his offspring, and could not afford to keep any more. His funeral was solemn and quiet, and it saddened me to see that few attended - merely his wife, some relatives, and the men of his staff. The Congreso loathed Rivera, due to the fact that he spent nearly 20 years keeping all power out of his hands, and all the Deputies declined to attend, while the man had few personal friends. But it was when I left the cemetery that I was struck by the crowd of ordinary citizens who had gathered for a candlelit vigil...
... It is hard to come to a conclusion on the man that was Carlos Rivera. On the one hand, he had is obvious flaws. These were not apparent to those who saw him from afar - the Presidente was renowned as a glorious figure among the people. But up close, he was slow, somewhat arrogant, and dim. He was a prodigious glutton, and was weak to the pleasures of food and alcohol. He mistrusted his officials, and was keen to hog power to himself, contributing to the castration of the Congreso. However, despite these personal flaws, he was also kind, and had a habit of deep thought and the ability to see what things truly represented. Despite his slow, ponderous, dimwitted nature he was capable of truly great insights, and was also, somehow, a shrewd politician. But more importantly, he was obstinate and determined, and had pledged to throw down every single obstacle in his way in his quest to better New Spain. I fear I have thrown a different light on Rivera - few of his biographers have really shown his gluttonous and dimwitted side, and the reader may be convinced by this account that he was a horrible person and a failure as a leader. But it is crucial to note that it is not by his personality that a ruler must be remembered - it is by his works. Carlos Rivera, hero of the New Spanish War of Independence, Writer of the Constitution, Presidente of New Spain since its inception till his death, has to his legacy an entire nation, a strong and rigid constitution, and the greatest feat of engineering in the New World, and it is for that that he must be remembered.
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