My fellow sirs,
Immediately upon taking the helm of this great nation, I decided to put into action the plan we had discussed. Liz would not give me PP for free, so I declared. Abe was cajoled into joining, and paying his last 20g, for the right to use some of our iron for the duration of the agreement. Joan was willing to give us PP if we gave her the use of salt, but that was not something I relished, so I gave her some ivory instead. Both deals were rather generous on our part, but the others had no other goods to barter, and I felt that we would be best served trying to keep them in it for the duration. The very next year, we built a statue of a large book on a pedestal. Our architects assure me that this will give inspiration to the men in the fields, and we will end up with more generals because of it. Sounds like they have been going a bit heavy on the rum, but I let them be. Not trusting their drunkenness, I tell our men in Lexington to star a large project. Eventually, I envision this to be a place where we can train our generals in the art of war, though we dont yet have the means, or the knowledge to do so.
In 570 ad, out scholars make an exciting discovery. They have finally figured out how to launch the metal objects, as they promised President Jefferson. They assure me that their next invention will allow us to train those generals (once I build the facility) and make our riding units (which I have yet to see) even more fearsome. Since we will not need these things for some time yet, I only allow 3 of every 10 scientists to work on the methods. The rest are sent to the streets to collect taxes for the upcoming war effort. I am quickly informed that they will now promise me some 213 gold pieces per year. Those monies will certainly be put to good use, I assure you. However, the lack of researchers means we will be waiting 17 years to see this new breed of horseman. Unfortunately, I am also informed that our mystical statue of some heathanistic god has also stopped producing our horseman units. It is a shame, but we will move on to bigger things, and it has certainly served its purpose.
The first of two new towns is founded the same year, 570 ad. WilliMamsburg, VA will never be a powerful city, but it does let us have one more unit for free. New Lexington, VA is founded two years later. Due to its proximity to the Atecs, I fear they may well be brainwashed into joining the backwards civilization.
Two years later was an interesting time for our nation. First, our income dropped precipitously, approximately in half. Only going over the the noted that Msr. Halleck left do I realize that this is due in large part to some deals he brokered 20 years ago. I discover that I can indeed make deals and make back the money, but unfortunately most of the deals are with the nations that our on the receiving ends of step 2, 3, and 4 of our plan. It is all I can do to get Lincoln to promise me his entire treasury, 18g, and 14 gpt in a trade for Chemistry. There was another interesting development this year. While examining our nation, I discovered the Austin, TX did not just get us the horse we so desperately needed. When its influence grows, it will also garner us some spices for our people to cook with. Since our peoples have yet to experience this joy, I build a temple there with the utmost alacrity.
Furthermore, on New Years Eve of 600 ad, there was a rapping at my door. What did I see when I opened it? An emissary sent from our ally, Joan, standing there shivering in thigh deep snow. He was there to demand we give them the saltpeter they desired or else. Now here was a quandary. I was not yet prepared to take Joan down, the rude wench that she was, but I had no desire to be fighting troops we helped to equip when that time did come. After a few moments thought (and a trip to the bathroom), I decided that even if I was not in the position to cripple her, we could fend off her advances. I strode purposefully to the door, told him to get out of our lands before I disembowled him, and slammed the door in his face. Whether the emissary froze that night, or whether Joan backed down, I do not know. I do know, however, that I never did find out what the or else meant.
In the last year of my tenure, the spices are finally distributed to the citizens, causing We love the Confederacy celebrations in some cities. At this time, I feel it is appropriate that I make some noted to brief Msr Halleck on our current state. I will first admit to a major gaffe of courtesy, but one that was made knowingly. I have instructed many units to assemble NW of New Orleans, and some, like many cannons, are still en route. Our total forces either there, or en route are: 4 AC, AC army, 8 cannon, 4 MDI, and 10 knights. I would send one knight to Dallas. Once upgraded, it will be able to reach the French iron on the turn of declaration from the volcano near Dallas. Pillage the second turn. There are also a couple units in the SW, waiting outside the borders to the Spanish city Vitoria (one MDI en route). Declare on Spain now, and sign the evil Maya on to help. Astronomy is available currently, but I saw no need for it as there will be pointy-stick opportunities forthcoming. So far England has lost two cities, one each to the French and Americans, but I expect the French holding to flip back.
I think thats all for now, and I retire to the study confident in our plans.
Jackson
The Mayans were able to construct it ahead of us in Palenque, and we were forced to switch to the Heroic Epic, at the loss of approximately 160 shields. The Mayans were able to claim a second victory of sorts over us, as an insidious rebellion at Kaminaljuyu caused the city to revolt back to Maya. 
This loss was shortly countered by a revolt of French citizens at Besancon who eagerly joined our vastly superior Confederacy. 
Gulfport, MS is the name of this new location. The Knights Templar unfortunately also was completed by Maya, this time in Copan. 
I am attaching a map of the new western frontier, and as you can see, the Aztecs are being pushed back to an ever-shrinking portion of the continent. Clearly Monty is reaping the rewards of his own ineptitude. 
