News from the Americas
SCANDAL IN GEORGIA. Augusta, Georgia, United States of America. Governor George Mathews has been indicted this year among numerous other crises in the American state of Georgia. The governor was accused of distributing government slated land to various cronies in the western counties of the state rather than being involved with due process. An investigation has been launched by local authorities to determine the extent of the matter and though George Mathews retains nominal possession of his position, elections are slated to replace him next year. Needless to say, this has stirred up great resentment among the local population not currently being slaughtered by natives. (-1 Loyalty for all Georgian Factions)
MUSCOGEE REVOLT PLAGUES UNITED STATES. Standing Peachtree, Muscogee. Taxes passed this year by the state government of Georgia have resulted in a massive revolt by the Muscogee people, who had not been previously subject to Anglo taxes. A new Georgian infantry regiment known as "The Iron" was recruited to oppress and destroy the villages which resisted the new taxes. After several brutal massacres by the Georgian troops, the Muscogee people rallied around an assimilated white man from Maryland, William Augustus Bowles. A well connected man within the tribes, he has garnered allegiance from the people for the war, calling together a large army of soldiers to combat the Georgians. During a dark night in late July of this year, the Muscogees attacked and slaughtered the Georgian regiment, leaving only three men alive as punishment for their destruction of peaceful villages. Under Bowles' leadership the Muscogee nation has been proclaimed, separating their territory from Georgian control. Needless to say, the ramifications in Georgian politics have been dire, as leaders begin to fear a sympathetic slave uprising to join the natives. (-1 Infantry Regiment for Georgia)
GEORGIAN CAPITAL RELOCATED. Savannah, Georgia, United States of America. After numerous debates by the state's legislature, the Congress of Georgia has determined to move the capital from Augusta, exposed to Indian attacks, to the coastal city of Savannah. The new capital is hopefully far enough away from the recent Muscogee uprising to avoid attack before relief arrives.
QUEBEC LEGISLATION PASSES FOR NATIVES. Quebec City, Quebec, United States of America. Even as other Americans wage war on natives in the southern part of the United States, the Quebecois have passed new legislation allowing eventual citizenship for natives. Entire tribes are allowed to gain citizenship under the new laws, sometimes even collectively. The new laws further recognize native settlement and hunting rights throughout Quebecois territory. Needless to say, some people have grown a bit concerned at this course of action, limiting white settlement and exploitation of western territories. (-1 Loyalty for Plutocracy, -1 Loyalty for Lower Class, +2 Loyalty for Natives)
NEW AMERICAN STATE DECLARED. Pittsfield, Berkshire. Following the signing of the Treaty of Cheshire between the state governments of Massachusetts and Connecticut, the counties of Berkshire and Hampshire County have declared full independence from both states. The new Republic of Berkshire has denounced the abuse of the citizenry of Massachusetts and has refused to be led by a king after a war fought to remove the states from control of another one. They have refused to associate themselves with either Connecticut or Massachusetts after "the abominable treaty" and have followed the path of Kentucky and Tennessee in establishing a state of their own. They have asked the United States federal government to resolve the debate and to accept the republic of Berkshire as a new state.
AMERICAN NAVAL ACADEMY ESTABLISHED. Annapolis, Maryland, United States of America. As the various states establish naval presences upon the Atlantic Ocean, the government of Maryland has sponsored the establishment of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. Though the institution lacks official support or funding from the federal government, the Academy has already admitted several people from other states outside of Maryland. They have begun building support for an official United States Navy, though many states continue to resist such a proposition to date.
NEW ORDER IN HAITI. Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The Haitian government has begun work to rebuilding the shattered nation of Haiti after years of warfare to oust colonial rule. Local people have been assisted by militias in sowing new crops and rebuilding the land's infrastructure. In return they are expected to support their local militias, which have been growing as a considerable political force in Haiti. Many continue to fear that with the upswing in warfare in the Caribbean this year, that a colonial power may one day return to submit Haiti to imperialism once more.
CANADA DISPUTES DELAWARE'S CLAIMS. Toronto, Canada, United States of America. The government of Delaware has claimed the lands north of the Great Lakes this year, raising tension with the state government of Canada, which has long claimed the territory since days of colonial rule. The Canadians have stated that despite a lack of actual control over the region, they are the rightful owners and protectors of its inhabitants. They challenged Delaware to make good on their ridiculous claims and have appealed to the United States government for support in this matter.
News from Europe
MAJOR UPRISING IN UKRAINE. Kiev, Russia. Ukrainian separatists and dissatisfied Cossacks have led a major revolt in central Ukraine which lasted for most of the year. An army of nearly thirty thousand separatists was assembled and Kiev was taken before Russian reinforcements ultimately arrived from other locations. Vladimir Satin, leader of the uprising, won several battles against the Russian army sent against him, humiliating the government backers. Ultimately, by the end of the year, with resources running low, the Russian army managed to corner Satin's rebel army with their backs to the Dnieper River. Satin's forces were shattered after a decisive battle, leaving the leader to commit suicide rather than be captured alive by the Russian government. (-16 Infantry Regiments, -7 Cavalry Regiments, -3 Artillery Regiments)
WAR OF THE SECOND COALITION. Paris, France. The United Kingdom of Great Britain has renewed hostilities once more against the French Republic and their few allies. A new coalition has been assembled, and it has already suffered grave setbacks upon the battlefield. In both the New World and the Old one, the Coalition has seen defeat after defeat punctuated only by a few minor victories. The French have waged a successful war against the Austrians and the Holy Roman Empire, driving them out of the Netherlands with limited Dutch support. The French then marched across the continent, smashing the Austrians and occupying Vienna. Rumors of a separate Austrian peace already abound throughout the Second Coalition.
Casualty List
Austria: -27 Infantry Regiments, -18 Cavalry Regiments, -4 Artillery Regiments
Bavaria: -5 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment, -1 Artillery Regiment
Portugal: -4 Infantry Regiments, -2 Men-of-War, -2 Frigates, -2 Transports
Sweden: -3 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment
United Kingdom: -4 Men-of-War, -1 Frigate (+2 Men-of-War captured in battle)
France: -1 Militia Regiment, -20 Infantry Regiments, -6 Cavalry Regiments, -3 Men-of-War, -2 Frigates, -2 Sloops (+2 Artillery Regiments captured in battle)
Netherlands: -2 Infantry Regiments
CORSICA RISES AFTER INVASION. Corte, Corsica. With the withdrawal of the French garrison as the war on the continent intensified, the Corsican people rose up under the leadership of Pasquoale Paoli. They successfully removed French authorities and declared the new republic of Corsica. Unfortunately, they were met with opposition for this from one unlikely source. A small Russian fleet turned up and their forces invaded the island destroying initial organized resistance with some considerable effort. After the withdrawal of the fleet and the Ottoman naval victory at the Battle of Avacik, the Russian supplies began drying up. Later in the year, a mutiny among the Russian troops led to infighting which the Corsicans exploited. Major attacks were launched in the midst of riots upon the Russian soldiers, who were ultimately overwhelmed or surrendered, asking for amnesty. Paoli was inaugurated as the first President of the Republic of Corsica as the nation forms.
Casualty List
Corsica: +1 Artillery Regiment
Russia: -4 Infantry Regiments, -1 Artillery Regiment
REFORMATION OF THE NETHERLANDS. Amsterdam, Batavian Republic. As the repercussions of the French Revolution settle across Europe, the nation of the Netherlands is the next nation to establish a republican constitution. The Netherlands has been reformed into the Batavian Republic, a more democratic nation than the French Republic has turned out to be. With the limited involvement of the Dutch in the ongoing War of the Second Coalition, some fear that the republican revolution may not last long under the pressure of the crowns of Europe.
News from the Near East and Africa
OTTOMAN REFORMS SPARK REBELLION. Istanbul, Ottoman Empire. A new policy known as Ottomanism has been initiated by Sultan Selim III, attempting to reform the empire as a whole. While lacking in some specifics, the process is said to help eliminate religious and cultural division within the empire, and combining it into a cohesive whole. As a symbol of good faith, the imperial tax on non-Muslims has been reduced extensively, gaining some support among the lower classes. The successes to be had, however, were nearly thrown away when word leaked to the Janissaries that they were to be purged under the sultan. A revolt was initiated and a massive series of battles took place around the capital as both loyalists and Janissaries called for support from across the empire. Even as Russian and Persian troops entered the eastern part of the country, the Sultan's supporters crushed the last of the Janissaries and reorganized the Empire. (-8 Infantry Regiments, -6 Cavalry Regiments; Clergy Loyalty decreases to 5; Lower and Middle Class Loyalties increase by 1; Aristocracy Loyalty increases by 1; +50 to Army Research)
WAR IN THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE. Trebizond, Ottoman Empire. A bloody new three sided conflict has erupted in the northern parts of the Ottoman Empire as two nations invade the Turkish nation. During the tail end of the Janissary uprising, Russian forces invaded the Ottoman Empire through the Balkans and the Caucuses in massive force. In the east, the Persian army also launched an invasion into the region known as Georgia. To the surprise of many, the Persians and Russians were not cooperating, but even wound up fighting each other in battle as well as the Ottomans. Using overwhelming numbers and force the Russians have pushed south along the Black Sea, though casualties have been fairly heavy. The Persians have rampaged through the eastern provinces of the empire fairly unchecked, brushing aside irregular resistance and Ottoman forces sent to contain them. Persia has also set up a puppet king in Georgia, supported by the local tribes which aided their invasion.
Casualty List
Georgia: 1 Irregular Regiment (+1 Army Research)
Moldavia: 1 Infantry Regiment
Ottoman Empire: 5 Infantry Regiments, 2 Cavalry Regiments, 11 Sloops (+1 Man-of-War, 1 Transport from naval battle; +3 Army Research, +3 Navy Research)
Persia: 1 Irregular Regiment, 2 Infantry Regiments, 1 Cavalry Regiment (+1 Army Research)
Russia: 11 Infantry Regiments, 6 Cavalry Regiments, 1 Artillery Regiment, 5 Men-of-War, 4 Transports
EUROPEAN ADVISORS ARRIVE IN THE NEAR EAST. Istanbul, Ottoman Empire. In order to help westernize Ottoman military tactics, several French advisors have been hired over the course of the year. They have started right away as the Ottoman military engages in battle, teaching new tactics and techniques, and even commanding some regiments in the course of the battles of the Triangle War. The British have similarly sent advisors to assist the Persians and back them in the war as well, as they fight the Ottomans. (+10 for Ottoman Army Research; +10 for Persian Army Research)
News from the Far East
HYDERABAD SUBMITS TO BRITAIN. Hyderabad, Hyderabad. The great Nizam Asaf Jah II has, in conference with the British East Indian Company, become a vassal of the mighty British Empire. Expressing concerns about recent aggression against the Maratha Confederacy and the growing influence of the Durrani Empire, Hyderabad has sought out and received the protection of Britain. Of course this move has raised resentment against the British throughout the region, as many former leaders see the loss of their power and influence over the government as the Company takes over. (Aristocracy loses 25% Influence to the British East India Trading Company)
REFORMS IN THE DURRANI EMPIRE. Kabul, Durrani Empire. The great Zaman Shah of the Durrani Empire has made attempts to consolidate and modernize the empire this year, by instituting a large number of reforms. First among these was the establishment of an organized legal system for both civil and criminal matters of the people of the empire. Attempts to establish a postal service have also begun, but massive illiteracy have left this mostly unoccupied, as few truly use the system except for government purposes. Official tax collection has begun as well, as the imperial forces begin working to increase revenue for the greater glory of the empire. This in turn has risen unrest among the various tribes of empire, as well as the lower classes. Fortunately for the empire, the tribes have been appeased by de facto recognition of their rule and decentralization around the bases of ethnicity. The local rulers have been given relative autonomy under the emperor and representation in government. (Other Aristocracy and Tribal States Loyalty rises by 1; Lower and Middle Class Loyalties decline by 1)
WAR AGAINST MARATHA. Raigad, Maratha Confederacy. With the threats of the Durrani apparent, and raids by tribal supporters of the Empire increasing, the government of Punjab reluctantly agreed to vassalage at the hands of the Maratha Confederacy. After the Sack of Gujranwala, the Marathan forces arrived, but too late to save many thousands of people slaughtered by the Durrani invasion. The fighting has devolved into stalemate along the Indus River, which neither side has successfully managed to cross after recent battles. The Kingdom of Mysore has invaded from the south as well, but the local Marathan army managed to hold back the enemy with success.
Casualty List
Durrani Empire: -4 Infantry Regiments, -1 Cavalry Regiment, -1 Artillery Regiment, -1 Frigate
Maratha Confederacy: -6 Infantry Regiments, -2 Cavalry Regiments, -1 Artillery Regiment
Gujarat: -1 Infantry Regiment
Punjab: -1 Infantry Regiment
Gotta keep a sense of humor till the update.
