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A World of Strife: 1955

Political:


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A Tyrant's Naivete


Antonov, in response to the invasion of the Suez Canal, broadcasts a speech. The most powerful verse excerpted below


"For centuries, Britannia has done nothing but impede the freedom and soverignity of people and cultures across the world. We have seen it in India, most recently. With great struggle and sacrifice, India was able to break free of the tyrant. I now see as the people of Egypt are sacked and killed by British forces attempting to take the country and supress the people for their own economic gain. I ask any and all, both Socialist and Democratic to stand against this unprovoked incursion in Egypt. If this battle cannot be won with wits and reason, then I give my word to the Egyptian people that it will be won with overwhelming force supplemented by every able-bodied man I can muster."


@Shepard @Pman @The Elusive Shadow @Icomstock4 @Lord TacoBell @Shireling @The Omen of Death @NecroKnight


Domestic


National Pride


A series of actions are put into place to ramp up nationalism in The Soviet Union by releasing propaganda and holding parades. These actions are complemented by the recent Egyptian proclamation of freedom.


A Smart Citizen


Co-educations rights are granted to females; additional gifted schooling is awarded to those with special distinction


Economic:


20th Century Fox


Socialist-owned news stations and entertainment centers in the US begin subverting culture away from Capitalistic ideas. Several large networks are now pumping out an inverse to the normal American propaganda.


Military:


Stand Tall


Extensive military drills begin to sharpen the skills of those currently part of The Soviet Army.


Foreign Affairs:


A letter is sent to Prime Minister Atlee respectfully requesting he pull troops from Egypt or face the consequences

 

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The United Kingdom of Great Britian and Northern Ireland - Response to the USSR


*A special envoy sent in response to the request...*


"Premier Antonov,


Let it be known that Operation Tripartite is backed by the nation's of the Anti-Red pact. Let it be known that the UK and her allies are more than willing to stand for our beliefs and not be bullied by the militarist power of another nation.


However, let it be known that the UK and the freedom-loving people of this world do not seek war.


The offensive and seizure of the Suez Canal Zone has been ordered and planned due to the terrorist-like movement from Egyptian ultra-nationalists. Casualties are minimum and the English-French assault has been restricted to the Suez Canal Zone. Casualties have been minimal.


Premier Antonov,


This is a time for choosing.


For we are on the verge of war


But it not yet too late to stay out


It is not yet too late to keep freedom-loving people out of war against its will.


It is not yet too late to avert the catastrophe that will come from a declaration of war.


It is not yet too late to avert the mutually assured destruction that has come out of Pandora's Box.


We are on the verge of war where no attempt to mitigate the use of military force will be able to prevent the eradication of our peoples.


Now is not the time, Premier Antonov. The only wits and reason that we must abide by are those of the freedom loving people. If the Soviet Union does not believe that what is going on here...today...with our Egyptian brothers and sister is not along the lines of the actions taken by freed loving people...


Then perhaps the USSR and her actions are truly against the will of freedom-loving peoples."


*Prime Minister Atlee would read this response to the people of the United Kingdom. The freedom-loving people of the small island home would be reborn with a new sense of purpose and freedom. Enlistments begin rising and production revamps as the United Kingdom make a new realization:


Perhaps the threat posed by people who hated freedom has not ceased...*


*Atlee uses the speech to attempt a denouncement of the Soviet Union should they continue to threaten the Blufor in Egypt.*


*The Tripartite Battle Group remains deployed*


*Preparations are made to mobolize the Guards Division, and 1st and 2nd Royal Tank Regiments. All this is done under cover from espioage.*


*The commision of No.84 Expeditionary Air Group begins under cover from espionage.*
 
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[[ @Deadkool ]]
The United Kingdom of Great Britian and Northern Ireland - Response to the USSR


*A special envoy sent in response to the request...*


"Premier Antonov,


Let it be known that Operation Tripartite is backed by the nation's of the Anti-Red pact. Let it be known that the UK and her allies are more than willing to stand for our beliefs and not be bullied by the militarist power of another nation.


However, let it be known that the UK and the freedom-loving people of this world do not seek war.


The offensive and seizure of the Suez Canal Zone has been ordered and planned due to the terrorist-like movement from Egyptian ultra-nationalists. Casualties are minimum and the English-French assault has been restricted to the Suez Canal Zone. Casualties have been minimal.


Premier Antonov,


This is a time for choosing.


For we are on the verge of war


But it not yet too late to stay out


It is not yet too late to keep freedom-loving people out of war against its will.


It is not yet too late to avert the catastrophe that will come from a declaration of war.


It is not yet too late to avert the mutually assured destruction that has come out of Pandora's Box.


We are on the verge of war where no attempt to mitigate the use of military force will be able to prevent the eradication of our peoples.


Now is not the time, Premier Antonov. The only wits and reason that we must abide by are those of the freedom loving people. If the Soviet Union does not believe that what is going on here...today...with our Egyptian brothers and sister is not along the lines of the actions taken by freed loving people...


Then perhaps the USSR and her actions are truly against the will of freedom-loving peoples."


*Prime Minister Atlee would read this response to the people of the United Kingdom. The freedom-loving people of the small island home would be reborn with a new sense of purpose and freedom. Enlistments begin rising and production revamps as the United Kingdom make a new realization:


Perhaps the threat posed by people who hated freedom has not ceased...*


*Atlee uses the speech to attempt a denouncement of the Soviet Union should they continue to threaten the Blufor in Egypt.*
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Kingdom of Italy - Diplomacy
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"My fellow Italians, it is a sad day, today. When I speak today, namely, not a few days ago. The United Kingdom, in their wish to maintain their global Empire - have with intention attack the sovereignity of another nation. More so, on the shores of our very own Mediterrian coast. We have made mistakes in our past, but that should not stop us from aiding our sister countries around us. I ask you, my people - shall we let their cries be unheard, like in the days before the Great War? Or shall we stand tall, and say 'no' - like we have promised before, and have promised. My fellow people - the answer is all to clear." - King Victor, in a nation speech, the day after the attack on the Suez Canal.


The Kingdom of Italy, in a suprising show of solidarity - has spoken out in the UN. Condemning the attack on Egypt and the Suez Canal - alongside the Soviet Union. It has called for immediate sanctions to be placed against the United Kingdom - in their blatant act of attempting to restore their lost imperial-legacy and likely starting World War Three.


The Italian Ambassador to the UN, has also declared - that due to these acts of attempted war against another sovereign nation - the Italian Navy will be deployed. The Second Royal Fleet will start a blockade to the surrounding area of Malta - in the sense, of preventing any more war-equipment from being brought into the Conflict in Egypt.


In addition, it warns the British to cease all hostilities and withdraw all combat forces within the week - otherwise, the Italian will intervene in the Conflict surrounding the Suez Canal; by deploying the First Royal Fleet with permission from the elected government and president of Egypt. It adds to that statement, that also includes the Giuseppe Garibaldi - Italy' first aircraft carrier; short of a nuclear threat, its a very strong and shocking statement to the world. Also adding, should the situation in Egypt escalate before the week - that Italy is prepared to deploy the First Royal Fleet sooner, alongside the Italian Fifth Marine Battalion - to aid the elected government of Egypt maintain their independence.

  • Second Royal Fleet to blockade the surrounding ship-lanes and sea-transport around Malta.
  • Move the First Royal Fleet into combat readiness. Pilots are to be prepared to deploy within two hours of a warning.
  • Italian Fifth Marine Battalion to prepare for seaborn operations, and to be ready to deploy, within six hours of a warning
  • President Nasser of Egypt to be informed, that fifty Arcanii agents can be deployed within eight hours to Egypt - alongside military equipment to aid the Egyptian Armed Forces.
 
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The Soviet Response to The United Kingdom





"The prime minister of Britannia mistakes my promise for a threat, or wishes others to make a similar mistake. As I ask Britain to halt their invasion, they marshal forces and offer petty excuses. I ask Prime Minister Atlee, would you be content if one were to invade Birmingham? I ask President Perry, would you be content if one were to invade Manhattan? I ask all nations of the world, are you content with Britain's subjection of the world for the past two centuries? Britain argues they are liberating Egypt. Perhaps how Britain 'liberated Egypt', or Ireland, or any other of their countless and unprovoked injustices. It brings me great joy knowing I am not the only one unwilling to let Britannia carve apart the world. Today, we stand with Italy! Today, we stand with Egypt!"


The Soviet Union supports Italy's actions in the UN and offers support to the Italian government however possible. In addition, the Soviet Union begins to mobilize its naval force.
 
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[[Just a public service announcement: Operation Tripartite is not a declaration of war against Egypt. it is an operation to seize and hold the Seuz Canal while the Egyptian government with Israel as their ally battle the ultra-nationalist uprising. If Egypt were a played nation, following the same background that led to these events, their government would be supporting Blufor intervention.]]
 
Vatican Envoy to the UN, delivering the handwritten statement of the Pontiff





"My brothers and sisters, adherents of the faith or merely fellow dwellers on this sphere, the brinkmanship displayed by both sides is deeply troubling to me and, as I am sure, to many around the world. It is the opinion of myself that a peaceful resolution be reached quickly before much more is done to escalate the conflict.


It is for that reason that the Holy See advocates the establishment of a thoroughly demilitarized zone in the Suez and Sinai, to be policed equally by Egyptian national forces from their side and Israeli forces from their side, allowing ships of both the Warsaw Pact nations and the West to pass unopposed. We hope the establishment of this demilitarized zone will further the cause of peace and respect the interests of both sides."
 
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Vatican Envoy to the UN, delivering the handwritten statement of the Pontiff



"My brothers and sisters, adherents of the faith or merely fellow dwellers on this sphere, the brinkmanship displayed by both sides is deeply troubling to me and, as I am sure, to many around the world. It is the opinion of myself that a peaceful resolution be reached quickly before much more is done to escalate the conflict.


It is for that reason that the Holy See advocates the establishment of a thoroughly demilitarized zone in the Suez and Sinai, to be policed equally by Egyptian national forces from their side and Israeli forces from their side, allowing ships of both the Warsaw Pact nations and the West to pass unopposed. We hope the establishment of this demilitarized zone will further the cause of peace and respect the interests of both sides."
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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland





-Agrees to the terms proposed by the Vatican.


-Willing to sign as soon as conflict is resolved in Egypt.


-Will publish plan for withdraw of troops as soon as conflict reaches end
 
Foreign Affairs India , Turn 1:





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    In light of the recent crisis in Egypt , the Indian PM wishes to discuss the situation in detail and try to bring about a peaceful solution . India also states that it would be happy to act as a mediator between the Tripartite and Soviet Russia and is hopeful that they agree to meet in New Delhi to discuss a possible ceasefire and possibly a withdrawal of forces.


    @Deadkool


 
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(Imma try traditional format, I will probably end up switching to tabs)


Political:


Domestic:Begin building farms and rice paddies in all Japanese territories to feed the people of Japan and her Empire.


Begin to work on updating Japan’s police and fire services, modernizing their equipment and tactics.


Economic:


Offer trade deals to:India


The USA


The USSR


Italy


The United Kingdom


France (I’ll be PMing each of these nations to discuss specifics.)


Trade France 100 A7M's, 100 D4Y's, 100 B7N's, 3 Mogami class aviation cruisers and 1 I-400 class submarines (once constructed)


Continue plans to rebuild the economy from the war (that I assume were in effect before this RP, you don’t let your economy sit at 1945 Japan levels for 10 years.)


Military:


Numbers:


IJN:33 Shimakaze class DDs


25 I-201 class Submarines


14 Junsen Type III Submarines


6 I-400 class Submarines


10 Agano Class cruisers


7 Oyodo Class Cruisers


2 Yamato class Battleships


2 Unryu class Carriers


3 Taiho class Carriers


2 Hakuryu class Carriers


1 Shinano class Carrier


IJA:750,000 active


250,000 reserve


IJAAF:


52 G8N Renzan


WIP


Turn:


Lay down 2 Ise class BBs for France


Build 100 A7M's, 100 D4Y's, 100 B7N's, 3 Mogami class aviation cruisers and 1 I-400 class submarines for France.


Begin a project to Modernize the Unryu class, replacing the deck with an angled deck and remove the 25mm AA, replacing them with 6 3.9” DP guns. Also, add more efficient engines and modernize damage control systems and tactics.


Foreign Affairs:


Offer China and India membership into the Asian Defense Pact, a defensive pact hoping to prevent American invasion in the Asian region, reminding them that the USA is now a cracked-down society akin to a military dictatorship, the exact thing that they tried to destroy.


Begin pro-Japanese propaganda campaigns throughout Asia, painting the new Japanese government as a triumphant force that has rid itself of the corruption of the past. Also, paint the Americans as hungry beasts, seeking to invade and conquer Asia to save it from communism. Also, point to the high levels of anti-communist censorship as well as racist and sexist policies in the “land of the free.”


Research:


Type 61 MBT


High Speed Interceptor (w/France, take into account that 2 people are working on it)


Modern Agriculture (new equipment, mechanized farming, modern techniques, farming patterns.


Response to the Suez Canal Crisis:


Diplomacy: An excerpt of the official Japanese statement to the UN follows.


“Gentlemen of the General Assembly! I come to speak for my nation and say that we cannot be sure of British intentions in their recent invasion. They say it is to stop violent nationalists, but how do we know the British aren’t attempting to bring back their Imperialism by first occupying Suez, and then the rest of Egypt. The Empire of Japan will not stand for any British advancements in Egypt, and, if we must, we will stand united with the Italians and the Soviets to end resurgent Imperialism!”


Military: Pass Imperial Military Mandate 0159


The Mandate lays out plans to activate conscription, rationing, and the conversion to a full War Economy if war breaks out with the United Kingdom.
 
The United States of America





Under order of President Perry the Atlantic Fleet has set sail for the British Isles in a show of support of our countries greatest ally. The British Isles will not be bullied. In secret the Atlantic Fleet brings with it several nuclear bombs to further discourage aggressive activity . Around the World US troops are placed on high alert. Suspected spies and dissenters are detained while the Pacific Fleet is placed on high alert in Hawaii.


Domestic


Any radio or tv outlet airing Anti-American propaganda is temporarily shut down, and investigated for treason. As American have the right to speech and press they do not possess the right to slander and/or to corrupt the masses/ youth.


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India


In an address to the World President Perry stated "India has been making some progress, but if India does not succeed with her 450 million people, if she can't make freedom work, then people around the world are going to determine, particularly in the underdeveloped world, what kind of government succeeds. And here in the United States we know that not to be Democracy. Should the Indian government need anything of the United States they need just ask."


USSR


For the USSR to claim other nations aggressors is an abhorrent lie. The same USSR who killed millions of its own people. The same USSR that still holds nations hostage in Eastern Europe. The same USSR that preaches equality, yet there leaders live like a king while the masses starve. The USSR is the shinning example of the Evils of Communism. The USSR claims they held back the Germans on their own, Ha! The United States was the only thing keeping them from relying on rocks. Seems the Fascist were far better than the Communist. For all the Communist out there either brainwashed or just stupid I beseech you to abolish your wicked institutions while you still have the means. While the collar is still loose upon your neck.


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The Anti-Red Pact


The United States invites the following Nations into the pact. China, Turkey, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Germany, India, Spain, and Greece.
 
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Foreign Affairs

President Kai-shek ,along with Vic-President Cheng and the majority of the Senate, disapprove of the English involvement in what seems to be an Egyptian internal problem. President Kai-shek also had this to say: "The probability of Egypt working with Israel, a nation that the Egyptian government doesn't even recognize, well that's like if Japan aided our forces during the civil war. The English are obviously hiding information and until proven otherwise, China will support Egypt in whatever small ways we can."
 
Shepard said:
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland



-Agrees to the terms proposed by the Vatican.


-Willing to sign as soon as conflict is resolved in Egypt.


-Will publish plan for withdraw of troops as soon as conflict reaches end
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The King of Italy, currrently on a private telephone line to the Prime Minister of Britain - urging immediate withdrawl, from Egypt' internal conflict. "Prime Minister, while I understand your dislike of the nationalization of the Suez Canal - at this point, your idea of total military action is tandamount to political and military suicide. Neither Italy, Germany nor the Soviet Union will allow you to dictate geo-politics that easily anymore. This isn't the British Empire anymore - there are new players and goals in play now."


"Your act, has caused the start of mobilization from both the USSR and USA - with their current leaders, you know yourself, how this situation can end, and likely in the worst way possible - extinction for all of us. If you wish, to dictate the policies of Egypt and the Suez Canal - I urge you, to recall your forces...or at the very least, call a cease-fire."


"President Nasser, has given us the green-light to deploy ships and troops to Egypt - Egypt' Ambassador will read it tomorrow in the United Nations. And they will be deployed - neither my country nor the Soviet Union, can allow Britain to dictate the course of such a geo-politically important nation. Our forces will arrive within sixteen hours, by that point - I hope a ceasefire has been reached, not caring who controls what at the time. My country is flexible, in that regard - yet I can't say the same for the USSR, who'll likely engage in a more pro-active approach."


"Reach a cease-fire within sixteen hours, Prime Minister Atlee - otherwise, my country' forces will be forced to engage. And that sort of act, will in no doubt - result in a World War. All the more reason, should this be solved immediately - since I am certain, England has several nuclear warheads pointed at its cities; to let this war continue, until that moment."
 
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Response to the United States


My predecessors were flawed. Still, I cannot allow The Egyptian people to suffer for that reason. As the Soviet Union works tirelessly to achieve progress, we expel the war-mongering leadership of Stalin and instead embark on civilized trade and peace. As the United States tosses insults of censoring my represented population, they hush any news they find that speaks out against their regime. I recall less than a century ago, The United States slaughtered women and children native to their continent. But as I said earlier, now is not a time to look backwards, but a time to look into a safer future. A future I hope The United States, and Egypt can join me in.


Response to Italy


"I commend Italy in its vitriolic response to the situation in Egypt. I am overjoyed to see the downpour of support from across the world. As my forces set course to accompany Italy, I oblige others to offer assistance however they are able. My sincerest gratitude, and certainly the gratitude of the Egyptian people goes out to Italy, China, Japan, and India. I invite all of them to join the SAFER Initiative to prevent future similar conflicts."


Response to Japan


The USSR accepts an increase in trade between the two nations


Response to India


The USSR supports India's peace talk proposition.


@NecroKnight @Plan @Lordvader59 @The Elusive Shadow @lcomstock4
 
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The United States


Educational Reforms Have Unforeseen Consequence


Students across the United states are indoctrinated into hating the soviet ideology , believing that the Russians are lackeys of the devil . This hardline approach has also given birth to a counter culture in schools and colleges , supporting a variety of socialist concepts .


Black Gold


With private investment in the extraction of natural resources and of hopefuls from all across the country cashing their chips into this venture , the USA has faced an oil boom with about 6158 thousand barrels being produced per day .


But at the same time a large number of NGO’s and private citizens have complained about the massive amounts of gas flaring taking place which emits methane and other volatile organic compounds as well as sulfur dioxide and other sulfur compounds, which are known to exacerbate asthma and other respiratory problems..


Taking the Law Into Their Own Hands


LA , California 2100 hrs : Police found the body of an 32 year old school teacher who was allegedly beaten to death by a mob of angry clubgoers who accused the man of being a sexual deviant , reports suggest that the man would have survived the encounter if he had been rushed to the hospital earlier, police are having a hard time finding witnesses as a large number of the area's residents have refused to comment . The incident has sparked anger among LGBT rights supporters who consider such actions and the Family Matters Act to be a violation of basic human rights .


Research


Scientist and military officials within the United States have, under government order, begun researching a fully automatic rifle and a helicopter that will act as a troop transport. Officials estimate that the helicopter will be in production within the next year and the assault rifle will be in production in 4 years.


Vatican City


Construction


Construction on an observatory and rocket laboratory has been proceeding as planned and construction should be complete within the next year.


Socialist Republic of Yugoslavia


Tax Breaks: Good or Bad?


The Yugoslav government has recently given Yugoslav businesses tax breaks to combat unemployment within the country. While this has led to a 3% decrease in unemployment many hard-working families are upset but the increase in taxes.


Bulgaria Says No


Altough Initial meetings were hopeful , the bulgarians opted to not join Ygoslavia allegedly due to Russian involvement .


Kingdom of Italy


Economic Boom


After allowing Italian farmers to sell their produce overseas and giving incentives to large Italian companies, Italy has seen a recent rise in the economy. Economists predict this trend will continue until 1962, when the country’s economy peaks.


Spending on Social Programs Reckless?


Although the free education policy was lauded by many within the government , further spending on social policies might be reckless , given the burden incentives have had on the state.


Germany


Expanding the Military


Seeing the rise in militarisation around the world, the German military has a seen a recent modernisation of their military. The German military has also recently finished production on 50 E-75 StandardPanzers and 50 E-50 StandardPanzers.


Alternate Energy


Recent building of an aerofoil-powered generator. Commonly called wind turbines, the generator produces a form of renewable energy that is obtained by converting wind into electrical power. While this is much healthier for the atmosphere than the widely used fossil fuels, is not as efficient . German environmentalists call the turbines the future of renewable energy.


The Soviet Union


The Hollywood Blacklist:


The House on un-American Activities have released a list of alleged communist sympathisers and members of the communist party of america , in order to counter what it says to be “the soviet influence in american cinema” . Those on this list are now denied employment whether they be screenwriters, actors, directors, musicians, and other American entertainment professionals.



*Note: If your nation is not mentioned in the modpost then nothing changes within the nation.*


Turn 2 will now begin.
 
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The Fourth Republic of France:


Suez Crisis


At 0300 hours, French paratroopers landed in the Suez area to secure Isreali freedom of navigation in the Straits of Turin, where Egypt had originally blocked it off. They were two days late due to reviving new orders from President Charle de Gaulle himself, the commander repeats the orders one last time, two minutes before the jump: "Soldiers of France, we have made a fool of ourselves after losing the war in Indochina, and I know everyone in France is disgruntled by this, but that is a matter that must be settled at another date, right now at this moment, the nation of Israel is having its trade into the Red Sea blocked by the nation of Egypt, and the nation of Egypt is in crisis too. They are at risk of a revolution by a group more radical then the bolsheviks in 1917, it is this, that I ask you, the soldiers and populace of France, to defend Egypt's rightful government , and to protect the freedoms of nations in the Middle East, and around the World." After hearing this, many men in the planes shed a single tear as the green light came on to jump, they knew what must be done, as the jump started, the Frenchmen all said one thing as they jumped, all the same thing. "la rectitude."
 
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1959 (Main Post - Turn 2)


The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland


// Politics Domestic Economic Military Foreign Affairs





  • "People of the United Kingdom,


    Today, we find ourselves, again on the verge of war.


    Our actions in Egypt, our actions to promote the free and un-interrupted use of the Suez Canal for the freedom-loving people of the world have taken a turn for the worse.


    Many nations, including Italy and the Soviet Union, have demanded that we withdraw from the Suez Canal Zone. They have demanded that we stop protecting the commerce of freedom-loving people and allow the Suez Canal to become nationalized leave the Egyptian neo-nationalist government to be the despotic controlling force of the entire canal.


    This would take a devastating toll on the economies of all Mediterranean nations who wish to maintain trade with South-East Asia and would greatly hinder our ability to support our Australian brothers and sisters.


    And with that, I know that not all the people of the freedom-loving people of this world will support a continued occupation and defense of the Suez Canal Zone - despite our intentions to keep the Canal open and tariff free for all freedom-loving people.


    Now let's set the record straight. There's no argument over the choice between peace and war, but there's only one guaranteed way you can have peace—and you can have it in the next second—surrender.


    Admittedly, there's a risk in any course we follow other than this, but every lesson of history tells us that the greater risk lies in appeasement, and this is the specter our well-meaning friends refuse to face—that their policy of accommodation is appeasement, and it gives no choice between peace and war, only between fight or surrender. If we continue to accommodate, continue to back and retreat, eventually we have to face the final demand—the ultimatum. And what then—when Premier Antonov has told his people he knows what our answer will be? He has told them that we're retreating under the pressure of the Cold War, and someday when the time comes to deliver the final ultimatum, our surrender will be voluntary, because by that time we will have been weakened from within spiritually, morally, and economically. He believes this because from our side he's heard voices pleading for "peace at any price" or "better Red than dead," or as one commentator put it, he'd rather "live on his knees than die on his feet." And therein lies the road to war, because those voices don't speak for the rest of us.


    You and I know and do not believe that life is so dear and peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery. If nothing in life is worth dying for, when did this begin—just in the face of this enemy? Or should Moses have told the children of Israel to live in slavery under the pharaohs? Should Christ have refused the cross? The martyrs of history were not fools, and our honored dead who gave their lives to stop the advance of the Nazis didn't die in vain. Where, then, is the road to peace? Well it's a simple answer after all.


    You and I have the courage to say to our enemies, "There is a price we will not pay." "There is a point beyond which they must not advance." And this—this is the meaning in the phrase of Barry Goldwater's "peace through strength." Winston Churchill said, "The destiny of man is not measured by material computations. When great forces are on the move in the world, we learn we're spirits—not animals." And he said, "There's something going on in time and space, and beyond time and space, which, whether we like it or not, spells duty."


    We will preserve for our children, this: the last hope of man on Earth, or we will banish them to a thousand years of darkness..."


    -Vamp up military demonstrations and parades to sell bonds


 
The Fourth Republic of France main turn 2:


Foreign Relations:


In a sign of good will and future cooperation, the French president Charles de Gaulle will visit Germany, Italy, the UK, the USA, the Vatican, Japan, and the USSR to look for a way solve the Suez Crisis and cool down world tensions, the trip is expected to begin on November 16th and is expected to last until January 3rd. It is hoped by the National Assembly that a compromise can be reached to keep a third world war from happening only a decade before the 2nd one just ended. All throughout France the news of the trip spreads and everyone thinks the same thing, they think of Field Marshal Ferdinand Foch and his remark at Versailles, and how this time it might be half his expectation.


Allow the Chinese to license produce the AMX-13 for 10% of the cost of manufacturing to be sent to France.


Military:


Recommission the two Richelieu class battleships that had recently gone under modernization and assign them into the new 1st Mediterranean Fleet along with the Arromanches and Diximude, as well as the Emile Bertin, Dusquense, Tourville, Gliore, Montcalm, Le Malin, Le Fantastique, and 6 anti sub T-47 class destroyers


Mobilize the new 1st Mediterranean Fleet and have it take position of Tunis, with the Diximude launching ASW helicopter patrols and the Arromanches searching for other Fleet's


Pull the French Paratroopers in the Suez out of the zone and back to France


Economy:


Begin construction of a massive highway system to rival the Autobahn, it is to stretch from Brest to Paris, from Paris to Bordeaux and Toulouse.


Begin a mass social program to give French unemployed jobs by opening up spaces in the military and in construction, these opportunities are to be equal to both genders and to both French mainlanders and colonials.


Political Stuff:


Hold a ceremony in every colony where the passes that were previously required to be held to be burned and they are to receive their new citizenship papers in the mail after a census is held a few days before the ceremony.
 
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