pole475
The Blinding Light
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Rise of the British Empire
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Chapter XII: The Anglo-Dutch War, Part I
Being a militaristic and imperialistic man, one of Geoffrey's first major orders was to sign an alliance with Prussia, a country that was losing its power in the east, but still acted as a buffer from Russia and as a Protestant stronghold surrounded by Orthodox and Catholic lands.
The Dutch began mobilizing their forces, ready to fight to the death for control of the Lowlands. Geoffrey wanted to follow suit, but British forces were not yet prepared.
In the meantime, Geoffrey finally negotiated a treaty with Sweden.
The first major battle occurred in the seas, 100 miles off the coast of Scotland. It was a short naval battle in which British privateers sunk Dutch carracks. The Battle was not significant in any way, but it is generally regarded as the first major battle of the Anglo-Dutch War, as it is now called. (Note: The reason it is not called the Third Anglo-Dutch War is because the earlier wars are regarded as Phony Wars.)
Now that more soldiers were ready, Britain ordered a major naval bombardment on the Dutch coast. Once again, privateers were used, as Geoffrey did not want to lose Royal Navy vessels or crewmen. Despite the concealed identities of the pirates, it was clear to the Dutch they served under the British flag.
Geoffrey sent an army to confront the Dutch cavalry that was nearing Calais. It was clear the first land battle was on the horizon.
Weeks after British soldiers arrived and set up camp, the Dutch attacked.
Meanwhile, a large Dutch grenadier force waited in the outskirts of France, waiting to strike. Geoffrey ordered the abandonment of Maastricht to the lour the Dutch into a trap, but it appeared they did not fall for it.
By 1696, all of Amsterdam's defenses had fallen. The city was ripe for the taking.
But Geoffrey did not want to risk losing too many soldiers and ordered his attack force to retreat to Nancy to heal up. The Dutch garrison was also strong enough that the British needed cannons.
Although most of Britain's spending was going to defense, economics and colonization were still top priorities and the British founded the colony of Virginia, named after the Virgin Mary.
In 1698, Geoffrey was sick of waiting and prepared to launch an amphibious assault on Amsterdam, the largest since the siege of Bayona.
In case the British soldiers landing in Holland died, Geoffrey called in reserves to be on stand by.
But the Dutch grenadiers marched on, only the British didn't no where... Whether their intentions were cynical or not, the British were eager for conquest, and the Dutch were the perfect target. With their fall, the British would ensure their claim as dominant power of Western Europe.
Being a militaristic and imperialistic man, one of Geoffrey's first major orders was to sign an alliance with Prussia, a country that was losing its power in the east, but still acted as a buffer from Russia and as a Protestant stronghold surrounded by Orthodox and Catholic lands.
Spoiler :
The Dutch began mobilizing their forces, ready to fight to the death for control of the Lowlands. Geoffrey wanted to follow suit, but British forces were not yet prepared.
Spoiler :
In the meantime, Geoffrey finally negotiated a treaty with Sweden.
Spoiler :
The first major battle occurred in the seas, 100 miles off the coast of Scotland. It was a short naval battle in which British privateers sunk Dutch carracks. The Battle was not significant in any way, but it is generally regarded as the first major battle of the Anglo-Dutch War, as it is now called. (Note: The reason it is not called the Third Anglo-Dutch War is because the earlier wars are regarded as Phony Wars.)
Spoiler :
Now that more soldiers were ready, Britain ordered a major naval bombardment on the Dutch coast. Once again, privateers were used, as Geoffrey did not want to lose Royal Navy vessels or crewmen. Despite the concealed identities of the pirates, it was clear to the Dutch they served under the British flag.
Spoiler :
Geoffrey sent an army to confront the Dutch cavalry that was nearing Calais. It was clear the first land battle was on the horizon.
Spoiler :
Weeks after British soldiers arrived and set up camp, the Dutch attacked.
Spoiler :
Meanwhile, a large Dutch grenadier force waited in the outskirts of France, waiting to strike. Geoffrey ordered the abandonment of Maastricht to the lour the Dutch into a trap, but it appeared they did not fall for it.
Spoiler :
By 1696, all of Amsterdam's defenses had fallen. The city was ripe for the taking.
Spoiler :
But Geoffrey did not want to risk losing too many soldiers and ordered his attack force to retreat to Nancy to heal up. The Dutch garrison was also strong enough that the British needed cannons.
Spoiler :
Although most of Britain's spending was going to defense, economics and colonization were still top priorities and the British founded the colony of Virginia, named after the Virgin Mary.
Spoiler :
In 1698, Geoffrey was sick of waiting and prepared to launch an amphibious assault on Amsterdam, the largest since the siege of Bayona.
Spoiler :
In case the British soldiers landing in Holland died, Geoffrey called in reserves to be on stand by.
Spoiler :
But the Dutch grenadiers marched on, only the British didn't no where... Whether their intentions were cynical or not, the British were eager for conquest, and the Dutch were the perfect target. With their fall, the British would ensure their claim as dominant power of Western Europe.
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Moai_Spammer
Ave, True to Caesar!
i wonder where those grenadiers are going?
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Chapter XIII: The Anglo-Dutch War, Part II
British forces continued bombarding the Dutch harbors, and the first soldiers arrived outside of Amsterdam.
Off the coast of Brighton, British ships engaged Dutch privateers. Once again, the Dutch ships were beaten and the Navy of the Netherlands was crippled.
Then, Dutch cavalry gave the British forces in Holland a surprise attack. The power of the Netherlands was greatly declining, and they could not spare any losses. In the end, their horses were beaten back. Their only hope was to wait in the city of Amsterdam and pray they could survive this war.
In 1701, the First Battle of Amsterdam began. The British did not have enough forces, however, to take the city. While the British general was waiting for reinforcements, Dutch soldiers charged and caused unexpected English deaths.
The British continued to throw men at the walls of Amsterdam, but the loss of their artillery was a severe blow to all offensive charges. The Battle ended in a stalemate: Britain lose her cannons and many men, and the Dutch maintained Amsterdam, but the city was in rubble and their populace and army was famished.
Meanwhile, the British continued to expand their global empire and colonized the East Indies and Malaysia. This gave Britain access to spices and sugars, as well as a seat in East Asian politic situations.
The hesitant English general ordered his soldiers to cease their offensive strikes until more artillery and supplies arrived. This was a controversial move, as the British had enough soldiers to seize Amsterdam, though it would cost many British and civilian lives.
In 1704, British soldiers finally advanced into Flanders, right outside of Munster. The general's plan was to burn Amsterdam, and use Munster as a base of operations for attacking the capital of Groningen.
The Second Battle of Amsterdam lasted roughly a few hours, as compared to the first one, which lasted a few years. It was a gruesome slaughter for both sides, especially due to partisan resistance.
As the sound of bloodshed ended, the city burst out in flames. The general ordered its complete destruction for the insolence the Dutch caused in the British. Only a small percentage of the British population, primarily Frenchmen, opposed this, as the Netherlands was a very small, weak nation compared to Britain. But most of Britain was anti-Dutch at this point, so the city was razed to the Earth.
British forces continued bombarding the Dutch harbors, and the first soldiers arrived outside of Amsterdam.
Spoiler :
Off the coast of Brighton, British ships engaged Dutch privateers. Once again, the Dutch ships were beaten and the Navy of the Netherlands was crippled.
Spoiler :
Then, Dutch cavalry gave the British forces in Holland a surprise attack. The power of the Netherlands was greatly declining, and they could not spare any losses. In the end, their horses were beaten back. Their only hope was to wait in the city of Amsterdam and pray they could survive this war.
Spoiler :
In 1701, the First Battle of Amsterdam began. The British did not have enough forces, however, to take the city. While the British general was waiting for reinforcements, Dutch soldiers charged and caused unexpected English deaths.
Spoiler :
The British continued to throw men at the walls of Amsterdam, but the loss of their artillery was a severe blow to all offensive charges. The Battle ended in a stalemate: Britain lose her cannons and many men, and the Dutch maintained Amsterdam, but the city was in rubble and their populace and army was famished.
Spoiler :
Meanwhile, the British continued to expand their global empire and colonized the East Indies and Malaysia. This gave Britain access to spices and sugars, as well as a seat in East Asian politic situations.
Spoiler :
The hesitant English general ordered his soldiers to cease their offensive strikes until more artillery and supplies arrived. This was a controversial move, as the British had enough soldiers to seize Amsterdam, though it would cost many British and civilian lives.
Spoiler :
In 1704, British soldiers finally advanced into Flanders, right outside of Munster. The general's plan was to burn Amsterdam, and use Munster as a base of operations for attacking the capital of Groningen.
Spoiler :
The Second Battle of Amsterdam lasted roughly a few hours, as compared to the first one, which lasted a few years. It was a gruesome slaughter for both sides, especially due to partisan resistance.
Spoiler :
As the sound of bloodshed ended, the city burst out in flames. The general ordered its complete destruction for the insolence the Dutch caused in the British. Only a small percentage of the British population, primarily Frenchmen, opposed this, as the Netherlands was a very small, weak nation compared to Britain. But most of Britain was anti-Dutch at this point, so the city was razed to the Earth.
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constantinople
not Istanbul
Nah, the city was small and useless. That was one of the reasons I razed it.
DKVM
Joker
First of all, great story 
Second, what mod are you using?
Second, what mod are you using?
constantinople
not Istanbul
Rfce++
pole475
The Blinding Light
DKVM
Joker
Thanks!
constantinople
not Istanbul
Chapter XIV: Italy
At this point, it was clear the Netherlands was doomed to fall. They sent soldiers to hold off the British just a little bit longer, but it was obvious to the Dutch soldiers they were just marching for a lost cause.
British soldiers marched outside of the city of Groningen, the last major Dutch port, which was completely blockaded. The British destroyed the surrounding economy of the city.
It was still unclear what the Dutch grenadiers were doing in Swabia. It was presumed their general had gone mad and parked his troops in the desolate forests. British soldiers were sent near the Swiss Alps just in case the Dutch were to emerge from the wilderness.
In 1705, the British attacked Munster. The Dutch were gravely outnumbered and outgunned.
The following year, Morocco oddly declared war on Britain. The king Geoffrey's more radical advisers suspected a conspiracy with the Netherlands, but it was generally accepted Morocco felt threatened by British colonialism.
Britain was expanding vastly into Asia, the New World, and Africa, but rather stagnantly into Europe. For example, in the time it took to conquer the Netherlands, several major trading posts were set up in India.
In 1706, the Netherlands collapsed. Geoffrey agreed to sign a treaty with its successor states and felt he caused enough trouble for them. Britain's economic control in western Europe was unchecked.
Now, he was able to focus on imperialism outside of Europe, and helped fund a project colonizing the Ivory Coast.
He also completed a large chateau in France for the local nobility, who were feeling ignored during the war with the Dutch.
After the war with the Netherlands, Britain's eyes turned to Italy. Hungary and Britain were fighting for control of Lombardy and northern Italy and finally agreed to a treaty. The Hungarians would take Venice, parts of Verona, and would be able to monopolize the Adriatic. Britain would keep the land she owned in Italy and annex the city of Florence. Marche and the city of Pexaro would be guaranteed neutrality.
Britain in 1707:
While her attention was on the war with the Dutch, Russia had risen ahead as an industrial superpower. Britain was greatly concerned, as Russia was gaining much influence in Eastern Europe and vassalizing many states including Hungary.
Nonetheless, Geoffrey was a leaning pro-Russian. Their relations with Britain were adequate and he thought they were a good ally. The main issues they disagreed on were Hungary's influence in Italy and the existence of Prussia in the Baltic.
Geoffrey passed away in 1708. His last major action was making peace with Crimea. His eighteen year old daughter, Alexandria, succeeded him.
A cultured woman, she built a magnificent palace in Paris known as Versailles. She ruled primarily in that city, an action that upset many British noblemen. But Alexandria was concerned about British nationalism and wanted all minorities and races to feel welcome under the British flag, not favoring one over another. Her logic was the British Empire would last longer if its subjects all felt equal and as one national identity: British.
But Alexandria became queen during a pivotal point in British history. Russian-British relations were deteriorating, as Hungary, Russia's vassal, demanded more influence in Italy. Alexandria denied them this, much to Russia's disapproval. In 1710, a massive army was seen in Hungarian Venice, staring British border farmers right in their eyes.
At this point, it was clear the Netherlands was doomed to fall. They sent soldiers to hold off the British just a little bit longer, but it was obvious to the Dutch soldiers they were just marching for a lost cause.
Spoiler :
British soldiers marched outside of the city of Groningen, the last major Dutch port, which was completely blockaded. The British destroyed the surrounding economy of the city.
Spoiler :
It was still unclear what the Dutch grenadiers were doing in Swabia. It was presumed their general had gone mad and parked his troops in the desolate forests. British soldiers were sent near the Swiss Alps just in case the Dutch were to emerge from the wilderness.
Spoiler :
In 1705, the British attacked Munster. The Dutch were gravely outnumbered and outgunned.
Spoiler :
The following year, Morocco oddly declared war on Britain. The king Geoffrey's more radical advisers suspected a conspiracy with the Netherlands, but it was generally accepted Morocco felt threatened by British colonialism.
Spoiler :
Britain was expanding vastly into Asia, the New World, and Africa, but rather stagnantly into Europe. For example, in the time it took to conquer the Netherlands, several major trading posts were set up in India.
Spoiler :
In 1706, the Netherlands collapsed. Geoffrey agreed to sign a treaty with its successor states and felt he caused enough trouble for them. Britain's economic control in western Europe was unchecked.
Spoiler :
Now, he was able to focus on imperialism outside of Europe, and helped fund a project colonizing the Ivory Coast.
Spoiler :
He also completed a large chateau in France for the local nobility, who were feeling ignored during the war with the Dutch.
Spoiler :
After the war with the Netherlands, Britain's eyes turned to Italy. Hungary and Britain were fighting for control of Lombardy and northern Italy and finally agreed to a treaty. The Hungarians would take Venice, parts of Verona, and would be able to monopolize the Adriatic. Britain would keep the land she owned in Italy and annex the city of Florence. Marche and the city of Pexaro would be guaranteed neutrality.
Spoiler :
Britain in 1707:
Spoiler :
While her attention was on the war with the Dutch, Russia had risen ahead as an industrial superpower. Britain was greatly concerned, as Russia was gaining much influence in Eastern Europe and vassalizing many states including Hungary.
Spoiler :
Nonetheless, Geoffrey was a leaning pro-Russian. Their relations with Britain were adequate and he thought they were a good ally. The main issues they disagreed on were Hungary's influence in Italy and the existence of Prussia in the Baltic.
Spoiler :
Geoffrey passed away in 1708. His last major action was making peace with Crimea. His eighteen year old daughter, Alexandria, succeeded him.
Spoiler :
A cultured woman, she built a magnificent palace in Paris known as Versailles. She ruled primarily in that city, an action that upset many British noblemen. But Alexandria was concerned about British nationalism and wanted all minorities and races to feel welcome under the British flag, not favoring one over another. Her logic was the British Empire would last longer if its subjects all felt equal and as one national identity: British.
Spoiler :
But Alexandria became queen during a pivotal point in British history. Russian-British relations were deteriorating, as Hungary, Russia's vassal, demanded more influence in Italy. Alexandria denied them this, much to Russia's disapproval. In 1710, a massive army was seen in Hungarian Venice, staring British border farmers right in their eyes.
Spoiler :
Moai_Spammer
Ave, True to Caesar!
ya know, you should have seen this coming after your Venice story and all...
constantinople
not Istanbul
Yeah.
Spoiler :
Matthias I
The Just
This army reminds me Shaka, for some reason
pole475
The Blinding Light
In the last pic, half the units are Muscovy and the other half are Catherine 
constantinople
not Istanbul
Chapter XV: The Campania Incident
To Queen Alexandria's surprise, the Russians were just passing by. There was no declaration of war. No combat. The Russians just passed through the border and trekked through the Italian roads as if they were their own.
The queen was in no mood for mood, neither did she understand the basics of military tactics or war in general. She was much more concerned with England's culture and architecture. She employed many artists and brought them to global recognition in Paris, which was once again becoming the aesthetic and intellectual capital of the world.
She also oversaw the establishment of a colony in China, which would export opium and spices back to England.
Alexandria ordered the colonization of the New World as well, which was becoming largely ignored because of the promise of the East.
She was fascinated with science as well, and helped increase the number of the students receiving education. Many scientists such as Celsius rose to prominence.
In 1715, she agreed to give up several of powers to parliament and make England the most liberal monarchy at the time. The poor welcomed this, but the aristocracy was quite critical, as it loosened the regent's control on the populace.
Alexandria oversaw few military campaigns during the start of her reign. She did request the destruction of the marauding corsairs near Italy, but the military elite felt Alexandria was apathetic toward the navy, and did not give them enough funds, which was not far from the truth.
English generals were fearful of Russian invasion and demanded the hiring of mercenaries from the Isles and the mobilization of the army toward Verona and Alsace. Russia could use Hungary as a highway for sending soldiers toward Italy, and thus, France, as well as attacking the Kleinstaaterei of Germany and gaining another route into English territory. Their demands were not without reason, as Russia had recently aggressively expanded into Finland, and overwhelmed Suomi within months.
Alexandria was rather hesitant, but confident the Russians would not invade until later. In the mean time, she continued her colonial projects, and created the Hudson Bay Company.
She refused to move soldiers into Paris as well. She did take up their advise in hiring mercenaries, privateers to combat the corsairs, but this was something previous monarchs did as well.
In 1719, tensions between Russia and England broke in all time high. England annexed Naples, which violated the treaty made with Hungary in 1707. The Kingdom of Campania was faltering from repeated corsair blockades, as well as internal religious schisms with the Pope to the north. The kingdom was also fearful of Hungarian influence and invasions, as the treaty with Britain allowed Hungary to patrol her coasts and maintain soldiers in the city, as long as their purpose was protecting Campania's autonomy.
The King of Campania, with the unanimous support of his advisers, asked to join Britain, which had a grip over corsair attacks and a liberal, stable government. British Parliament was in favor of this and sent soldiers to occupy Campania.
Russia demanded Britain leave the city, but the commanders stationed there refused. Alexandria herself was said to secretly sympathize with Russia. Her inability to take action on the matters was, incidentally, a result of giving Parliament more authority in British affairs. Had she retained her power, the situation with Russia may have been avoided.
Alexandria was finally opening up to better military training and the advancement of military technology. The same year as the Naples Incident, line infantry formation was perfected.
Two years later, the world erupted.
Russia declared war on Britain. The world's only female monarchs, Alexandria and Catherine, were at war with each other.
Britain found itself at war with half of Europe. Thousands of Russian soldiers crossed the border from Venice into British Italy and from Wurttemberg into British Baden. That was why the Russians went through Italy, they wanted to avoid conflict had they gone through the German states.
England was at war with the largest army in the world under a monarch with no military leadership and an army that had been neglected for the past decade. It would be miraculous if they could even survive.
To Queen Alexandria's surprise, the Russians were just passing by. There was no declaration of war. No combat. The Russians just passed through the border and trekked through the Italian roads as if they were their own.
Spoiler :
The queen was in no mood for mood, neither did she understand the basics of military tactics or war in general. She was much more concerned with England's culture and architecture. She employed many artists and brought them to global recognition in Paris, which was once again becoming the aesthetic and intellectual capital of the world.
Spoiler :
She also oversaw the establishment of a colony in China, which would export opium and spices back to England.
Spoiler :
Alexandria ordered the colonization of the New World as well, which was becoming largely ignored because of the promise of the East.
She was fascinated with science as well, and helped increase the number of the students receiving education. Many scientists such as Celsius rose to prominence.
Spoiler :
In 1715, she agreed to give up several of powers to parliament and make England the most liberal monarchy at the time. The poor welcomed this, but the aristocracy was quite critical, as it loosened the regent's control on the populace.
Spoiler :
Alexandria oversaw few military campaigns during the start of her reign. She did request the destruction of the marauding corsairs near Italy, but the military elite felt Alexandria was apathetic toward the navy, and did not give them enough funds, which was not far from the truth.
Spoiler :
English generals were fearful of Russian invasion and demanded the hiring of mercenaries from the Isles and the mobilization of the army toward Verona and Alsace. Russia could use Hungary as a highway for sending soldiers toward Italy, and thus, France, as well as attacking the Kleinstaaterei of Germany and gaining another route into English territory. Their demands were not without reason, as Russia had recently aggressively expanded into Finland, and overwhelmed Suomi within months.
Spoiler :
Alexandria was rather hesitant, but confident the Russians would not invade until later. In the mean time, she continued her colonial projects, and created the Hudson Bay Company.
Spoiler :
She refused to move soldiers into Paris as well. She did take up their advise in hiring mercenaries, privateers to combat the corsairs, but this was something previous monarchs did as well.
Spoiler :
In 1719, tensions between Russia and England broke in all time high. England annexed Naples, which violated the treaty made with Hungary in 1707. The Kingdom of Campania was faltering from repeated corsair blockades, as well as internal religious schisms with the Pope to the north. The kingdom was also fearful of Hungarian influence and invasions, as the treaty with Britain allowed Hungary to patrol her coasts and maintain soldiers in the city, as long as their purpose was protecting Campania's autonomy.
The King of Campania, with the unanimous support of his advisers, asked to join Britain, which had a grip over corsair attacks and a liberal, stable government. British Parliament was in favor of this and sent soldiers to occupy Campania.
Russia demanded Britain leave the city, but the commanders stationed there refused. Alexandria herself was said to secretly sympathize with Russia. Her inability to take action on the matters was, incidentally, a result of giving Parliament more authority in British affairs. Had she retained her power, the situation with Russia may have been avoided.
Spoiler :
Alexandria was finally opening up to better military training and the advancement of military technology. The same year as the Naples Incident, line infantry formation was perfected.
Spoiler :
Two years later, the world erupted.
Russia declared war on Britain. The world's only female monarchs, Alexandria and Catherine, were at war with each other.
Spoiler :
Britain found itself at war with half of Europe. Thousands of Russian soldiers crossed the border from Venice into British Italy and from Wurttemberg into British Baden. That was why the Russians went through Italy, they wanted to avoid conflict had they gone through the German states.
Spoiler :
England was at war with the largest army in the world under a monarch with no military leadership and an army that had been neglected for the past decade. It would be miraculous if they could even survive.
mrrandomplayer
Hopeless Situation Warrior
...and a massive war with Russia. Typical Constantinople.
Moai_Spammer
Ave, True to Caesar!
draft draft draft!
